Henry Charles Brennan

The Law of Attraction (Things you aren’t being told) Setup/Format Introduction I. Metaphysic Concepts/Background II. What is “The Law of Attraction”? III. Common Mistakes When Attempting to Use The Law of Attraction IV. The Proper Approach to The Law of Attraction V. What to Expect/Gain from The Law of Attraction VI. Summary Introduction One can always determine in which direction public interest is going to focus. It’s often dictated by events and situations that currently define the common experience. In other words, if terrorism is the current concern that the media is presenting, then you can expect a number of films and books to have terrorism as their primary theme. Fear sells. So it is, in this current climate of economic trials and tribulations. If you can’t rely on the “traditional” means of obtaining prosperity, then where can you turn? Recently, there has been a great deal of interest directed towards metaphysical concepts as a means of creating one’s “own reality” (ala Carlos Castaneda). This, of course, includes all the wealth and material goods that one may desire and, as such, one can live “happily ever after”. After all, everything that we experience is merely a product of our own thought processes, right? If we change our thought processes, then we change our “world”, right? So, where does that leave us? A Secret? It left us with a publication/film entitled “The Secret” that dealt with the concept of something known as “The Law of Attraction”. While the film (and later, the book) was quite entertaining and somewhat solidly based in centuries-old spiritual practices, something else came about that sent interest levels through the roof. As it turned out, some of our most influential celebrities, like Oprah Winfrey, Larry King and Ellen DeGeneres wholeheartedly began to endorse the validity of what was contained in this publication/film. At this point, incredible numbers of people lined up and shouted out, “Yeah. This all makes sense. Count me in!” I wonder how many of those individuals thought about the fact that those celebrities have always employed the concepts that could be found in positive thinking ideology. After all, none of these guys sat on their respective couches, brooding negatively, until someone grabbed them and thrust them into the spotlight! In actuality, the “power” associated with their “can do” natures eclipses the average person’s by an outrageous margin! But there’s no money in pointing that out. So, that left us with a scenario in which a staggering number of so-called metaphysics “experts” immediately lined up, in order to show us how to change our thought processes. They pretty much all said the same thing. They talked about how thoughts that we emit are forms of energy and that energy has the ability to alter our physical circumstances. While being presented as a “lost secret” and something the general population has recently stumbled upon, these ideas have been taught for literally thousands of years! These modern day presentations, however, proclaimed that these truths were just somehow “left out” of our standard educational systems. They attributed this to secular power-related conspiracies, religious agendas, etc. So it was contended that with the general (“enlightened”) society’s renewed interest in metaphysics, it was time to revisit these powerful teachings. I’m going to go on record here and say that this is not such a bad thing. After all, positive thinking is a great way to go about one’s existence on this planet. And it certainly can change one’s life for the better. But, a problem arises when the general public is led to believe that these concepts are easily “packaged” into a “training course” that you can obtain (either for free or, more commonly, at a cost) and it will change your entire life. You’ll even see advertising in which one is informed that sweeping positive changes can easily be brought about by just following some instructions in a book or CD. Throw in some hypnosis and/or subliminal recordings and there you have it – a brand new life! Well. I’m sure that you now have a large number of folks who are saying to themselves, “Wow! This is so easy. Why didn’t I do this, years ago?” Actually, there’s a good reason for that. But I’ll go into that a bit later in this book. So, at this point you may ask, “So, what’s the purpose of this book?” Well, I’m glad you asked. My goal is to strip away all the glitter and wishful thinking and illustrate the true nature of the Law of Attraction. Does this mean that you, the reader, will become disillusioned with everything that has been said about this Law? On the contrary. That’s because the actual truth doesn’t require faith. One can also avoid the scepticism that can be experienced when a multi-millionaire celebrity, marketing instructor, life coach, etc. says that you, too, can become rich. That’s because the actual day-to-day application of a practical approach to The Law of Attraction demonstrates its viability pretty much immediately. Each step that you take contains the verification that is needed, in order to continue moving forward. One can take the time to chart their knowledge/progress – or not. Eventually, you’ll come to understand why The Law of Attraction is not a goal unto itself – but only a useful tool that you should understand and use to its fullest potential. New tools Al had just finished a course on automobile repair and was all psyched-up to begin working on his garage sale-salvaged Volvo P 210 Duett (circa 1968). After a frustrating month working on the old car, his wife handed him a gift-wrapped item. Al opened it and was pleased to see that, in “honor of his automobile repair course completion” (which he did online), she had bought him a brand new socket wrench set, with the correct metric specifications that he would need to work on his old Volvo. Actually, she was just tired of a piece of junk car sitting in their garage. But we’ll just skip that, for now. And it was these tools that allowed him to complete the restoration, since these tools fit the specifications of his Volvo, as opposed to the U.S. measurement standard tools that he had been trying to work with – with very little efficiency. After the better part of a year, Al was able to drive his newly-restored Volvo to his friend’s house, in order for it to be admired – which it was. When asked about the restoration process, he made little mention of that new socket wrench set that his wife had given him. He had found the tools to be essential in the restoration process, but they were only that - a set of useful tools. It’s the Volvo, itself, that gets all the attention. So it is with the “tools” that metaphysical principles can supply. In this book, as opposed to the material wealth that celebrities possess, we will be taking a detailed look at the tools. Why even be concerned with the Law of Attraction? A lot of people are wondering “what all the fuss” is about. After all, so-called “fads” come and go. Isn’t this just another example of something that has appeared in the public eye and will, in time, be forgotten? If so, then why even bother reading a book on the subject? Well, here’s where the really interesting part presents itself. Consider the fact that we, as people, have begun a completely unique and incredibly significant journey in our history. This journey has, exponentially, led to a time of evolution that is unlike anything experienced before! In the past, humans have always been characterized as separate groups of individuals, each with their own culture and distinctly different interpretations of reality. As such, it was common for one group to view another with suspicion and hostility. But then - something changed. That change was brought about by the invention of the personal computer and, with it, online communication. Suddenly, people from all over the world, and from all walks of life, began sharing ideas and, in effect, began to mold a predominant “world culture”. Instead of isolation, different forms of personal energy have begun to surface and become amplified. Knowledge, that once only a select few truly understood, became accessible to the masses. We, as a “connected” collective, have become far more intuitive and knowledgeable than our ancestors ever were. A new form of energy has led us, as a race, to understand concepts that will completely change perceived reality, as we know it. Just the fact that you have been drawn to this book, and the topic(s) discussed herein, indicates this point. Consider the world just 60 years ago. How many individuals, in both developed and non-developed countries, were focusing on metaphysical concepts of energy and the creation of a desired personal reality? These days, a staggering number of heads have been turned in this direction and the desires to understand and utilize our, thus hidden, abilities have taken the stage – front and center. As such, clarification of this phenomenon is desperately needed. This is the motivation behind this book. Once you have read what is being presented here, you’ll have a better understanding of an aspect of human nature that has been long overlooked by the general public – but is your right, as a human being, to know, understand and utilize these tools. We’ll take this journey, together, and see where it leads us. I guarantee, you’ll be far more than a little surprised! The chapters contained in this book I. Metaphysic Concepts/Background What do we mean by “Metaphysics”? While it relates to the study and application of principles that make up the fundamentals of our existence, how do we investigate its principles? Are these concepts the same for everyone? Unlike traditional religious beliefs, metaphysics is based on laws that can be readily proven and (usually) don’t require the introduction of “faith” – unless you have trouble accepting knowledge that remarkable intellectuals, over centuries, have proclaimed. Just like a scientific rule of nature, there is a cause and effect relationship that can readily be demonstrated and understood. In this chapter, I define the definitions and perceptions that are agreed upon by those who make exploring metaphysics their full-time study. II. What is “The Law of Attraction”? How do we define “The Law of Attraction”? What makes it a “law”, as opposed to a “theory”? In this chapter, I present an easy-to-understand set of principles that define this type of cause and effect relationship. Part of my goal, in this chapter, is to sweep away any incorrect notions that set the true study of this aspect of our lives apart from those who like to engage in wishful thinking. III. Common Mistakes When Attempting to Use the Law of Attraction In general, mistakes are made when someone forsakes the hard reality of applying the principles of a (scientific) study in favor of trying out what just “sounds good”. We all want to discover things that will make our dreams come true. But, in this chapter, I help you to avoid some of the pitfalls found in trendy, ubiquitous “teachings” that promise you’ll get “everything you’ve ever wanted” rather than understanding how to manifest that which you are ready to receive. IV. The Proper Approach to the Law of Attraction As with any undertaking associated with research, it’s important to be prepared and to have adopted the proper mindset, prior to embarking on any field of study. In this chapter, I’ll separate fact from fallacy, when it comes to creating a scenario in which one can actually take control over the events that define their day-to-day experience. By approaching each improvement that you make with a proper level of acknowledgement and gratitude, you’ll set the stage for a continuation of your new influx of positive encounters. V. What to Expect/Gain In this chapter, I will address one of the most important aspects of the Law of Attraction. For example, would you make the effort of selling your car, house, etc. without knowing how much cash to expect? Of course not. But the majority of those who engage in practicing the Law of Attraction have no idea of what to expect or what they would want to occur! Imagine walking into a bank and asking for a loan. When the loan manager asks you how much you want to obtain, you tell them, “I don’t know. What will you give me?” Here, I will teach you how to set your expectations, in order to avoid “cheating” yourself through hesitancy and improper planning. VI. Summary The road through life can be filled with the unexpected. As mentioned earlier, The Law of Attraction is a tool that can be used in order to shape your reality in ways that represent your best interests. In the next chapter, I’ll reaffirm how to approach this law in a way that brings about a controlled and expected outcome, as opposed to viewing it like some sort of winning lottery ticket. Once you truly understand how this works, then you will walk through life knowing that no matter what, things will work to your benefit – each and every time!