The Tough-Minded Optimist

"If you want to live in this tough world and still have some real faith and optimism, this book is for you." -- Norman Vincent Peale The many ills of the modern world can be debilitating. With so much seemingly senseless violence, pain, and destruction, we need a lot of inner strength to overcome cynicism and despair -- and to remain hopeful about the future. With Dr. Peale's careful guidance, you can achieve happiness and security by learning how to: Conquer your fear Free yourself of guilty feelings Live well and prosper, personally and professionally Become physically healthy -- the natural way Stay enthusiastic even in poor circumstances Tackle problems hopefully and creatively Harness the power of prayer