CULTIVATING PERSONAL MAGNETISM
Question—Can personal magnetism be cultivated, and has it any relation to will power?

ANSWER—MAGNETISM is defined in our text book, THE SCIENCE OF MIND, as "the result of an abundant vitality on the physical plane, of intellect and temperament on the mental plane, and of atmosphere or consciousness on the Spiritual plane." It is therefore a natural force on every plane. Personality is the use that we make of our individuality, and since individuality is that which we really are, personality is of necessity much greater than it seems to be. Behind it are tremendous possibilities, and few realize the power that it wields. If, by personal magnetism, you mean personal attractiveness or charm, it can and should be cultivated—not by the use of the human will but by a definite realization that the God within you radiates itself through you as peace and poise, enthusiasm and charm. Our only approach to the Infinite is through our own divine nature, and every attribute of God, necessary for a powerful and dynamic personality is established within you now. Know this daily and keep the mind directed to a high point on the (page 166) spiritual plane. The higher the spiritual consciousness, the more irresistible the personality.

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