Chapter 9 – “Success”
In this chapter, U.S. Anderson redefines success as an inner state of alignment with the Universal Mind, rather than the pursuit of external achievements alone. He explains that true success is not something to be chased—it is something that naturally unfolds when a person thinks, feels, and acts in harmony with universal laws.
Anderson emphasizes that outward success is always the result of inner success first. When a person develops clarity of purpose, faith, love, and confidence in their connection to infinite intelligence, success expresses itself through right opportunities, inspired action, and favorable conditions.
Success Begins Within
Anderson teaches that success is fundamentally a mental and spiritual condition. Before it appears in business, relationships, or material wealth, it must exist as a conviction within the mind.
Right Thinking Produces Right Results
Success is the natural outcome of disciplined, constructive thinking. When thoughts are aligned with confidence, faith, and purpose, the subconscious works to organize life circumstances to match that inner pattern.
Success Is Personal and Purpose-Driven
Anderson stresses that true success is not measured by comparison with others. Each person has a unique path, and success comes from expressing one’s own abilities fully and joyfully.
Inspired Action, Not Struggle
He distinguishes success from forced effort. When aligned with the Universal Mind, action becomes effortless and intuitive, guided by insight rather than anxiety or desperation.
Persistence Through Faith
Temporary setbacks are not failures but part of the process. Anderson teaches that unwavering faith and persistence keep a person aligned with success, even when results are not immediately visible.
The heart of Chapter 9 is that success is the natural expression of inner alignment. When your thoughts, beliefs, and actions are in harmony with the Universal Mind, success follows as a law—not as luck or chance. True success is living confidently, purposefully, and joyfully while allowing life to respond to your inner state.