results sometimes come from observing the gradual growth of ideas, taking the clues for active thought from the spontaneous fruitions of ideas that have matured in their own time. Experience produces intellectual deposits in us that surpass many of our self-conscious attainments. Out from the recesses of the mind come ideas that have gathered in new groupings round a central conception. The illuminating clues that suddenly flash into consciousness may save us far more time and strength in the long run than the mere economy of physical and nervous energy. The significant consideration in such a case is not the hidden mental process but the fruition or idea which affords a clue for action.

If by brooding over a plan I am intuitively able to discern the right clue, I shall then be able to step forth into the arena of action prepared to succeed at every turn. The best way to save energy may be to avoid using it until I know whither to proceed, since it may be better to experiment in the world of thought than in the sphere of action. When I discern the clue emerging from my deeper selfhood into the clear light of consciousness I may open wide the gates of the will, abandoning myself to action without much thought of the way in which I am using my energies.

In other words, much power is wasted in anticipation, in the effort to work ourselves into enthusiastic