Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, is a Wiccan holiday celebrated on August 1st. It marks the beginning of the harvest season and is a time to give thanks for the abundance of the earth. In Wiccan traditions, Lammas is associated with the Celtic god Lugh, who is seen as a deity of light, skill, and craftsmanship. It is believed that Lugh sacrificed himself for the land, allowing the crops to grow and ensuring a bountiful harvest. On Lammas day, Wiccans gather together to celebrate and show gratitude for the first fruits of the harvest. They may create altars with symbols of the harvest, such as wheat, corn, and fruits, and offer prayers and blessings for a successful harvest season.

The Magic Word That Will Transform Your Life

Many, many, many years ago, Earl Nightingale developed a program called The Magic Word . It isn’t “please.” It isn’t “thank you,” either – that is two words! The magic word gives you power… the power to create your own day, moment by moment, and the power to create your own life, day by day.

I thought about the magic word today as I was stressing about everything that was wrong with the car. I could try to speak intelligently about it, but I wouldn’t know how to. All I know is that the alternator was emitting too much electricity and cables were melting, which could cause a fire. YIKES. The catalytic converter had issues, and so did some valves, shocks, and spark plugs. Don’t ask me to translate what that means or to explain what that is.

A lot of time, energy, and money later, I was feeling discouraged. I let out a big sigh and breathed deeply… and that’s when it dawned on me:

I did not HAVE TO fix the car, I chose to because I value my family’s safety, and I value having reliable transportation.

In that moment, I chose to feel grateful for having car problems by remembering that just a little over a decade ago, I was feeling stuck with my two toddlers because I didn’t have a car and didn’t know how to drive one. Having a “sick” car, is a GIANT blessing… because I have one and I am empowered to use it. Yes or YES?

Have you guessed what the magic word is? It is ATTITUDE .

They say a bad attitude is like a flat tire. You can’t go anywhere unless you change it. And speaking of tires, as my car was being aligned, so was I. I aligned with my core values: gratitude,balance, joy.

After years of research to find out why some people succeed greatly in life, while others simply do not. It is a matter of one’s attitude. Wherever you find a person who is doing something remarkable and getting great results at it, you will find a person with a healthy positive attitude.

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Successful people in any occupation, profession, or field of endeavor come in all shapes and forms and possess varying degrees of intelligence, but they all have something in common: they have the right attitude and find the best in each situation. Others call them successful, fortunate, outstanding, brilliant, blessed, gifted, chosen, and lucky, simply because they choose to believe can achieve and act according to that belief.

William James, a Harvard professor, said “the greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitude of mind.” I altered my life today as I used my attitude to turn anxiety into gratitude.

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Our environment is really a mirror of our mental attitude. If we don’t like our environment we need to change our attitude first. And because actions trigger feelings, just as much as feelings trigger actions, we must need to train our attitude patiently day by day.

Do you know the secret to improving your mental attitude? It is to act as though you are already the person you want to be. A person must act and look successful, and made themselves an embodiment of that which she seeks before she feels successful. I think this makes all the sense in the world, don’t you think? We find within ourselves what we want to be, because we already are it.

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The craziness I experienced with all the car problems: fear, anxiety, and disappointment, inspired me to take Earl Nightingale’s 30-day challenge so I can continue to improve my attitude and feel joyful, balanced, and successful through the ups and downs of a mom’s life. When you do something for 30 days, it can become a habitual practice.

The Positive Attitude Challenge

1. Our attitude at the beginning of a task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome.
2. It is our attitude toward life which determines life’s attitude toward us.
3. We are interdependent. It is impossible to succeed without others; and it is our attitude toward others which will determine their attitude towards us.
4. Before a person can achieve the kind of life she wants, she must become that kind of individual. She must think, act, talk, walk, and conduct herself in all of her affairs as would the person she wishes to become.
5. The higher you go in any organizational value, the better will be the attitude you will find.
6. Your mind can only hold one thought at a time, and since there is nothing at all to be gained by being negative ~ BE Positive!
7. The deepest craving of human beings is to be needed, to feel important, to be appreciated. Give it to them, and they will return it to you.
8. Look of the best in new ideas. You can learn something from everyone.
9. Don’t waste valuable time broadcasting personal problems. It probably won’t help you; it cannot help others.
10. Don’t talk about your health unless it is good.
11. Radiate the attitude of well-being, of confidence of a person who knows where they are going. This will inspire those around you will find that good things will start happening to you.
12. For next 30 days treat everyone with whom you come in contact as though they were the most important person on Earth (because even though no one will admit it, to each of us, that’s just what we are).

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Even though I know you and I strive to do, be, and have most of this, doing every single thing on this challenge is not easy. It takes a great deal of effort because life ~ and people ~ can be difficult. Dishes and laundry may pile up, and I may have cramps or a headache, kids may be especially clingy or not feel well that day, yet I know this to be true: when it seems we don’t have the time, the energy, or the money to do something is when we most need to do it, because it’s usually that very thing that will provide the freedom we seek.

Will you join me in this 30-day challenge? Let’s be positive… so that we can access the power that is within each of us.

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Having a 'Gold Medal' Attitude
By Robin Crowe

Well, it's Olympics time, and we hear all about "going for the gold." But how about having a "gold medal" attitude? Earl Nightingale in his timeless classic Lead the Field had his entire first session devoted to attitude – what he called "the magic word." Earl felt that your attitude was the most important ingredient for shaping your life – for better or for worse.

Wouldn't you agree that attitude is the window to our very soul? Well, I'm going to simply remind you of what you already know about attitude because learning is remembering. I'm going to give you some great examples that will simply serve as reminders that when it comes down to your relationships, careers, and personal happiness, attitude is everything. And we're going to talk about why attitudes are far more important than aptitudes. I'm going to show you that a great attitude equals success.

And then we're going to explore the old optimist versus pessimist theory. I'll convince you that an optimist will always win out over a pessimist, even though a pessimist will simply say he or she is being realistic. And you're going to walk away from reading this believing once and for all that attitude is a choice and it's our choice. So today let's make a decision to forever get on the path of the optimist, and that kind of winning attitude will then transform every part of our lives.

Do you ever feel as if you're a jet airplane sailing down the runway at 115 miles an hour? But the problem is, it takes 120 miles an hour to gain air speed to lift off and fly. It doesn't matter if the runway is 100 miles long. Without that extra burst of power, you simply can't gain air speed. Or maybe you feel like a car running on five cylinders instead of eight. You might be getting down the road, but it's a struggle every bit of the way.

I know that feeling. Because that's the way I felt most of my life. It's so frustrating when you try and try, and you still can't get ahead. I know that by applying the principles in this program, you will have the extra power it takes to fly. And the most important of all those traits is attitude.

All of us have the potential to lift up our thoughts and then lift up our attitudes, which will lift up our lives to higher levels. If we change our thoughts, we can overcome fear when it tries to make a home in our hearts. By lifting up our thoughts, we can find strength during times of adversity, and by using our God-given abilities, we can create an extraordinary quality of life for ourselves. There's a tremendous source of strength in discovering this. It's a distinction that empowers us to experience all that life has to offer. To take charge of our destiny. To make a difference.

Let me ask you, what inspires one person to high levels of personal and professional success, while others don't even begin to tap into their potential? Why is it that two people with similar circumstances will have two entirely different outlooks on life? Why does one person have so much passion for life that he or she gets up early and stays up late to pursue his or her dreams, while another finds it difficult to even get out of bed without complaining?

It all comes down to attitude. Remember, by changing our thoughts, we can change our attitude and thereby change our behavior, which can change our lives. The quality of our thoughts equals the quality of our lives. Think about it: If humans are the only creatures on the planet to have total control over their thoughts, then surely we can use this same power not only for our benefit, but for the benefit of those around us. So remember, it all starts with the understanding of the power of thought and the importance of attitude.

James Allen, the author of As a Man Thinketh, put it like this, "Of all the beautiful truths pertaining to the soul which have been restored and brought to light in this age, none is more gladdening or fruitful of divine promise and confidence than this: That man is the master of thought, the molder of character, and the maker and shaper of condition, environment, and destiny."

If there's nothing else you get out of this session, remember how important attitude is to your success in life. Abraham Lincoln once said, "A person will be just about as happy as they make up their minds to be." If we want to change our destiny, it begins by changing our attitudes.

Listen, when it comes down to it, well, attitude is everything. As I was growing up, sometimes I'd get into a little trouble, and my parents would say, "Robin, boy, you've got a bad attitude." Or how about this one, "You'd better change that attitude." And I'd think to myself, what does that have to do with anything? Thirty years later I'm learning that attitude has to do with everything! It's at the heart of who we are. Having a great attitude is our passport for a better future. It's as simple as that. No matter what you've been through, no matter how many times you've stumbled, with a new attitude today, the seeds are being planted that will harvest positive results for tomorrow.

It’s amazing how everything in our lives will take a new direction toward total abundance once we realize that we have complete control over our thoughts and our attitude. It took a long time for this to truly sink in for me. It’s now clear that this profound distinction, well, it marks a most important crossroad for each one of us. You see, our life is a reflection of our attitudes. And with a positive attitude, you will create positive results.

Now, at my studio, Dark Horse Recording, I have five people on staff and another half dozen interns at any given time. And I’m a firm believer that attitudes are far more important than aptitudes. Over the last six years we’ve probably had at least 100 interns come through here. Their internship is a last step before graduating with a degree in studio engineering. I want you to know that most of our staff was picked from those interns. It’s simple; the ones with the best attitude rise right to the top of my list. And as far as I’m concerned, their technical expertise about our equipment, well, it’s always outweighed by their attitude.

To put it another way, at the end of the day, their attitude is more important to me than anything else. I know you’ll agree with me on this, when someone has a great attitude, it’s contagious. Now think back to a time that maybe you were having a bad day and you were making phone calls and you stumbled across someone who was absolutely delightful. That person’s thoughtfulness and warmth came right through the phone lines, and it made a difference. Or maybe you were rushing out to get a quick lunch at a local grill, and you were stressed and overwhelmed. And then your waiter came along and went way out of his way to make sure you had a great meal. It’s as if a person like that is dropping rose petals at our feet to make our journey a bit more pleasurable. That person’s great attitude can literally change the course of our day. Now, how can you put a price on that?

So, who thinks attitude has anything to do with success? Well, if you put it in the context of becoming successful, once again, attitude is everything. And I didn’t used to believe that. ’Cause in the music business I thought talent was everything. And there are people who become successful in the music industry in spite of adolescent behavior and no regard for anyone but themselves. But in the long run, those people almost always crash and burn.

Not too long ago, VH1 had a series called Where Are They Now? I saw a lot of these rock stars of yesterday who at one time appeared to be on top of the world. But now they’re worse off than when they started. Now they’re taking odd jobs and living in the past. Some of them openly confess how they failed to appreciate what had been handed them on a silver platter, and now they acknowledge how they hurt those around them. These are people who failed to adjust their attitude for success. You know the old saying, You meet the same people on the way up as you do on the way down.

When you’re talking about attitude, you can’t help but bring up the optimist versus the pessimist. One of the things I enjoy about the music business is all the newcomers who are full of hope and optimism about, you know, becoming big-time singers or a session players. Ninety-nine percent of the time they don’t have a clue how hard it really is, yet their optimism keeps them trying. If they really sat down and thought about how many tens of thousands of people are also trying to become the next Sting or the next Faith Hill, well, they might never even try in the first place.

A few years ago I came to the conclusion that Dark Horse Recording is really kind of a hotel for lottery winners. The reason that I say that is because the people who make it to my studio to record high-budget records; well, they overcome about the same odds as lottery winners do. But you know what? In this business a pessimist would never even stand a chance. In the music industry, as in life, the rewards go to those who keep on swinging until at last they hit the ball out of the park, no matter what the odds are.

So many people believe it’s their outer circumstances that are controlling their lives. But it’s our thoughts that shape our future. It’s our thoughts that fuel our passion and courage to go out and pursue our dreams. The reason that optimists will always win out over pessimists is because by focusing on the positive they believe they’ll succeed. So they try over and over until at last that’s exactly what happens. They succeed! So instead of blaming circumstances next time, lift up your thoughts, and you’ll see that it will reshape your circumstances.

A positive attitude is not a once-in-a-while thing. It’s a way of life. Winston Churchill said it like this: "The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. But the optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.”

Now here are a few thoughts about attitude: Positive attitudes create a chain reaction of positive thoughts. It’s your attitude, not your aptitude, which determines your altitude in life. Your attitudes are like a secret power working 24 hours a day. A positive attitude is like a magnet for positive results. If you want to be happy, then refuse to be affected by negative thoughts. Attitude is what separates excellence from mediocrity. Attitude determines our success or failure.

Never forget that attitude is a choice. I discovered this firsthand about seven years ago when I was overwhelmed with a broken spirit, and I had an empty bank account and a wife and four children to support. But that’s when I made a choice to change my attitude and to lift up my thoughts. And I began to focus on the unlimited things I had to be grateful for. I began to take responsibility for my situation in life instead of blaming my situation on others. And that choice I made to change my attitude, it completely changed the course of my life. The day I looked in the mirror and made a choice to change my attitude, well, that was the day that I changed my life.

So let’s talk for a minute about passion. Listen, even passion is a choice. Now you might be saying, Robin, how can you stand there and make a statement like that? For one reason, because I’ve experienced it firsthand. Nine years ago I married Nancy, and she already had two boys – and I’ll be honest with you, at that time my passion was for making it big in the music business and being with Nancy, but when it came to Joseph and Andrew, although I was committed to raising them, being the world’s greatest dad wasn’t exactly my passion.

Pretty soon Nancy and I had two more children, Nicota and Savannah. It slowly sank into me that I was now a full-blown father, but I wasn’t giving fathering a full-blown 100 percent. And that’s when I decided to make fathering my passion. Every day since then, that passion has grown until my pride and my identity are totally wrapped up in being the best dad that I can be. It’s no longer a chore to plan my day around their activities or spend time taking care of their needs, because now, well, that’s where my passion is. And so that’s why I say that passion is a choice. Because it all started by making a decision.

When it comes down to it, it’s our passion that drives us. When you think about Bill Gates, do you wonder why he’s not spending each and every day lying on a beach on some island resort or hopping around the globe in a private jet? Well, the reason is he has so much passion about the future of Microsoft and the possibilities as they continue to press the boundaries of technology, that’s where he wants to be most of the time.

Bill Gates still goes to work every day because he’s passionate about what he does. And every time I ever hear him speak, it’s apparent how passionate he is about Microsoft and how much he enjoys developing new products. He clearly loves what he does. Now, don’t you think that that has a whole lot to do with why he’s so successful in the first place?

Here’s another question: What would it take for each one of us to have so much passion in our work that even if we were billionaires like Bill, we would still choose to continue with our occupations because we’re excited about the possibilities, because we’re passionate about contributing through our work.

My friend Andy Andrews says, "Passion will convert apathy into conviction. Passion will transform mediocrity into excellence. Passion will drive you to overcome insurmountable odds. Being filled with passion and having an outstanding attitude, they go hand in hand. Think back to the time when you had that feeling of certainty, that sense of total conviction when you were experiencing absolute passion for someone or some goal or something you really wanted to achieve. All of us have had that feeling of passion in our lives at one time. And when you’re in the place of excitement, determination, and commitment, your mind starts searching for ways to accomplish your missions. So let your passion guide you and drive you.

Athletes’ passion for their sport drives them to continually push themselves to higher levels. Musicians’ passion for excellence on their instrument fuels them to rehearse for long hours. That’s why passion makes the difference between success and failure. Waking up each day without passion would be like trying to drive a car without fuel. You’re not going to get anywhere. Listen, how can you have a bad attitude about something you’re passionate about?

So if you’re having trouble with your attitude, perhaps it’s time to return to square one and find out where your passion lies. Try taking some serious time out to get perspective and let yourself remember those things you love most but might have repressed or simply gotten distracted from. Because when you begin following your passion, especially if it’s a noble one, your renewed excitement will turn you into an optimist with an attitude of gold, and that will lead to success in life.

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE OF THE DAY
" Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. "
— Winston Churchill

Lead the Field

IF THE GRASS IS GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE.
It's probably getting better care. Success is not a matter of luck or circumstance. It's not a matter of fate or the breaks you get or who you know.
Success is a matter of sticking to a set of commonsense principles anyone can master. In Lead the Field Earl Nightingale explains these the magic word in life is ATTITUDE. It determines your actions, as well as the actions of others. It tells the world what you expect from it. When you accept responsibility for your attitude, you accept responsibility for your entire life.
Earl Nightingale -- the "Dean of Development" -- offers you a treasure trove of uplifting and insightful information
* The importance of forgiveness
* How "intelligent objectivity" can improve your professional life
* The usefulness of constructive discontent
Now it's your turn to bring positive changes to your own life, changes that will allow you to lead the field yourself!

Genres BusinessSelf HelpNonfictionPersonal DevelopmentLeadershipPsychologyBuisness

First published January 1, 1976

About the author

Earl Nightingale

Earl Nightingale was an American motivational speaker and author, known as the "Dean of Personal Development." He was the voice in the early 1950s of Sky King, the hero of a radio adventure series, and was a WGN radio show host from 1950 to 1956. Nightingale was the author of the Strangest Secret, which economist Terry Savage has called “…One of the great motivational books of all time“.

They may create altars with symbols of the harvest, such as wheat, corn, and fruits, and offer prayers and blessings for a successful harvest season. Rituals may involve baking bread using grains from the earth and sharing it with the community as a symbol of unity and abundance. Some Wiccans may also engage in outdoor activities, such as making wreaths or corn dollies, to honor the earth and its fertility.

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Earl Nightingale is amazing. He's inspirational and can help everyone find a way to deal with even the smallest block that is in their way to success. He is a founding father to the motivational speaking life. Read him first, then go on to all the others. The rest make more sense.

I listened to this book on an audio while I worked. (My job entails driving to people's homes and doing interviews for the Census.) He keeps my spirit up on the bad days and inspires me to do better on all days.

The first one to listen to is "The Strangest Secret." It is about a half hour. I listen to it often, especially when I need a boost.

I know that this field of personal growth / self-help or whatever you prefer to call it, is full of hawkers, snake-oil pushers and all manners of charlatans. However, this book has quite a lot of actionable advice that is no doubt positively good. Mostly about habits of course, but also mental strength and a proper command of language are given their due importance. It is one of those books one would do well to keep in the closest shelf for frequent reference.

Quite motivational book.

"Life is dull only for dull people".

I listen to the Audiobook & i really start to notice change in my live

Well I admitt now im like an addict for this i cant enjoy my day if dont listen to this magical lessons

This product is since 1972 & i swear Every word said on it go on our days right now

I believe this is the best lessons i heard in my entire life &by far the only one who explain the luck on plain simple sentence

"Luck is when opportunity meets preperation

& opportunity is there all the time"

Or " it not the job its the person,its not the circumstances surrounding you that matter but the circumstances you set your mind to achieve"

If there is 1 billion stars i will give it for that

I probably will read more books in the self help category but my search ends here for the most influential, and results driven book. This has become a staple. Honestly, I'm reviewing it for the third time. I've bookmarked it so I start week off with the recommended principles therein.
I didn't realize just how little I was thinking until I came across this book. Now I deliberately make time for ideas. Its improved my concentration and helped me to commit to new secure goals. I thoroughly recommend it to all who enjoy material in this genre.

Lead The Field is a must read if you are serious about personal development. especially character development. This is my 3rd read in the past 3 decades. Each time the book and its ideas are just as fresh and vibrant as the first time through. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that Earl Nightingale has another classic. The Strangest Secret. which is even better. Lead the Field is a must read though. You will not be disappointed.

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What an amazing book! This is a manifesto to all entrepreneurial minded individuals out there.

Hearing Earl Nightingale perform the audiobook recording himself was icing on the cake. I wasn’t too knowledgeable about him before, but have heard quotes of his surface often in the writings of other authors in the personal development & business genres.

EN is a true grandmaster of psychology, human nature and the human condition — and it’s safe to say his words rival that of the deepest and most meaningful philosophical thought I’ve personally read or encountered. As much as this is a practical guidebook chocked full of wisdom on personal development, success and human achievement – it could just as easily be considered a manifesto on the moral virtues of capitalism, the free market enterprise system and entrepreneurship.

Especially regarding the peaceful prosperity, healthy relations, and trade between two or more individuals, organizations and/or nations – by placing emphasis and importance on individual performance, accountability, prosperity and achievement.

Human will, hard work, grit, a spirit of determination, the desire to make a difference, to have a positive impact, to strive for and achieve something great, and to provide a valuable product or service to our fellow man/woman makes this possible. EN, similar to other personal development psychologists such as Jordan Peterson, Tony Robbins, and Brian Tracy emphasizes the importance of strengthening the individual through humility, honesty, integrity and self-reliance.

Sadly, this free and fair system of peaceful trade and prosperity can easily fall off the tracks when politics, envy, cronyism, and special interests come into play (like they always tend to do).

The post-COVID geopolitical environment, ballooning bureaucracy, and the creeping onset of Socialism in the West are all highlighting these failings. In 2022, bad behavior and habits are being incentivized over truth, integrity, responsibility or accountability – and contributing to mediocrity overall in society. If more folks could become educated to EN’s work, I believe we could get back on track however.

What’s needed more than ever nowadays is strong leadership, vision, and a culture of performance + accountablity to turn the ship around – and as EN accurately states, it all filters down from the top.

Admittedly, I don't read very much. that'd be pretty evident after conversing with me for 5 mins. It just takes too much precious time to digest a good book these days. That's why I never really expected to pick it up on my online business coach's recommendation. . So I compromised a bit and went with the audio book version. I do not regret it one bit. I've seen a few of Mr. Nightingale's video programs on YouTube and it piqued my curiosity about him and his ideas. So when the book was recommended, I wasn't a hard sell. Lately, I've been searching for information on starting a business, how to 'fix' your finances, how ti escape the rat race, etc. But, the author talks more about the things with YOU that need fixing! The book explains how, with Nightingale's illuminating clarity that much of the dissatisfaction we have in life is the direct result of our own choices. If you are looking for fluffy, feel good cheerleading that tells you how swell you are, this is the wrong book. If you want a book that tells you the path to becoming a trailblazing leader at your job overnight, still this is not the right book. But, if you have an open mind and a humble, teachable spirit then this book will be a wellspring of wisdom for you. I especially enjoyed the fact that there were many of his ideas that parallel basic principles found in the Bible.

I love this book in its entirety. It has some great advice on dealing with yourself first, before trying to deal with others. You are the problem to your distress and your misfortune. On most days, you make the circumstances, or find the right ones that make your life more comfortable, richer and more exciting.

Your attitude is one of the mos important things you have to change and see yourself in the mirror to see what is setting you back from reaching your goals. Procrastination never took a man nowhere.

I love this book because is filled with daily reminders of how to take care of one self image and self esteem.

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Absolutely one of the greatest books ever written about success. It's less about formula and more about human nature -- more importantly, about how to change our nature while remaining true to ourselves.

I listen to this book while I run, bike, drive, do yard work, wherever. I'm on my third listen and I catch new things all the time. It's truly excellent.

One bit of warning (if it is a warning): Nightingale can sound a bit old-timey. Yet, the more you listen, the more he endures you to his voice and tempo.

Wow wow wow! Everything this man says is profound. This book is a staple in motivation and self help.

Earl Nightingale in his Lead The Field audiobook provides numerous guides and practices to help oneself in his self-realization as a good person. This book stands within the category of self-help, and I would say is one of the better that I have encountered. Whether you decide to listen to it through his provided audiobook, or listen to the printed copy it will be beneficial in the long run of one's life.

Nightingale excels at laying out what he perceives to be the high mark of society, and how to achieve a life of success. Success is the realization and progression towards a worthy goal. Throughout his book, Nightingale portrays firstly the difference between the follower and a leader, how leaders cultivate their own ideas and thoughts, and lastly how leaders achieve goals. At the core, he provides a practical guide to simply thought and thinking. One of these practical guides he sets forth is setting a time each day to cultivate new ideas and thoughts to potentially follow through on a later date. Imagine, he says, of all the ideas that one can have in their quiver of thoughts within a year's time if they set aside an hour each day to come up with potentially beneficial ideas for the enjoyment of life.

That leads me to his belief in the ultimate goal in life, which is similar to Aristotle's, happiness. Nightingale believes that this goal of happiness is achieved through successful activities, which nearly correlates to Aristotle's of participation in virtuous activities. With this end in mind, Nightingale, as previously said, contributes his ideas that can benefit the person of his time by achieving the ultimate goal in life.

Each chapter throughout the book encompasses a single main idea that would help one achieve a successful life. Many of them are riddled with short stories and or singular words that need helpful elaboration and conceptual design in order for them to benefit a person. The chapter, "Acres of Diamonds" contains the well-known story, recently written in Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" novel, about the fellow who hears of treasures and riches that his neighbor discovers. This fellow then travels around the world in search of this mysterious treasure to never find the neighbor's mysterious newfound wealth. Yet, unlike Coelho's novel, Nightingale showcases that the man who bought this fellow's land then found a hidden wealth. Nightingales place's stories like these as metaphors for the hidden wealth of each person's hidden wealth within their brain.

Some other topics that he covers are how a person is worth an immeasurable amount, planting seeds for achievements through routine and consistency, the importance of attitude, achieving tasks one day at a time to achieve a successful year, and some more. The most important thing that he recommends, like in his other book "The Greatest Secret" is the idea that the thoughts you think are what you become.

In the end, Earl Nightingale's "Lead the Field" is a fantastic book, or audiobook in my case, to listen to when you're doing another activity. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in self-help books which firstly, help one cultivate ideas and thoughts to potentially pursue that are worthy, as well as secondly help those ideas and thoughts to be brought out to their fullest potential. The concepts found within are simplistic enough to remember and implement in one's day-to-day life. Be successful, and read more books as he recommends, and if you haven't yet, read this one.

Lammas is seen as a time of transition, as the days become shorter and the energy begins to shift towards the upcoming autumn season. It is believed that on this day, the veil between the physical and spiritual realms is thin, allowing for heightened spiritual connections and communications. During Lammas celebrations, Wiccans may also reflect on personal growth and set intentions for the months ahead. They may focus on the metaphorical harvest in their lives, acknowledging their achievements, and releasing that which no longer serves them. In conclusion, Lammas day is a significant holiday in Wiccan tradition, celebrating the abundance of the earth and acknowledging the cycle of life and death. It is a time of gratitude, reflection, and connection with the divine and the natural world..

Reviews for "Lammas Day: Wiccan Rituals for Healing and Renewal"

1. Laura - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Lammas Day Wiccan." The story started off promising, but it quickly became repetitive and predictable. The characters lacked depth and were quite one-dimensional. The author failed to create any sense of suspense or tension, and the climax felt rushed and unsatisfying. Overall, I found the book to be a letdown and would not recommend it.

2. Mark - 1/5 stars - "Lammas Day Wiccan" was a total waste of time. The writing was amateurish, filled with grammatical errors and inconsistent storytelling. The plot was weak and uninteresting, and the characters were completely unrelatable. I struggled to finish the book, constantly questioning why I was still reading it. I regret picking this up and would advise others to steer clear of it.

3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Lammas Day Wiccan," but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The pacing was slow, and the story lacked depth. The plot development felt forced, and the dialogue was unconvincing. The author tried to create a mystical atmosphere, but it came across as forced and cliché. I found myself losing interest as I read and lost track of the characters due to their lack of development. Sadly, this book didn't live up to my expectations.

4. John - 3/5 stars - "Lammas Day Wiccan" had an intriguing premise, but it failed to deliver on its potential. The writing style was average, and the story felt disjointed and dragged on at times. The characters were mildly interesting, but their actions often didn't make sense within the context of the plot. While there were some captivating moments, they were overshadowed by the overall lackluster execution. This book had potential but ultimately fell short of being an engaging read.

5. Emma - 2/5 stars - I was looking for a thrilling paranormal read, but "Lammas Day Wiccan" didn't deliver. The plot lacked originality and was filled with predictable tropes. The dialogue was cheesy and unrealistic, making it difficult to connect with the characters. The book felt rushed, with crucial details and explanations missing. Overall, it felt like a wasted opportunity, and I was left feeling unsatisfied as a reader.

The Symbolism of Bread on Lammas Day in Wicca