Poise and Power by Christian D. Larson

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Poise and Power is a book by Christian D. Larson, first published in 1907. In this concise work Larson sets out a practical method for increasing individual effectiveness by cultivating an inner equilibrium he calls "poise" — a calm, steady centre from which greater mental energy and action naturally flow. Drawing on the language and assumptions of early 20th-century New Thought, the book links self-mastery, confidence, and sustained achievement to habits of thought and the disciplined training of the subconscious mind. Larson writes in a straightforward, didactic style aimed at readers looking for practical self-help and personal development tools rather than abstruse theory. He frames poise as both an ethical posture and a source of influence: by conserving one’s mental resources, directing attention deliberately, and developing inner serenity, a person can grow their “power” to accomplish goals. For modern readers interested in mind-power, personal growth, and classic New Thought literature, the book remains a compact manual on self-control, concentration, and deliberate living — historically rooted but still useful for anyone working on confidence, presence, or focused productivity.

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