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1/🧵"Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill is a motivational personal development and self-help book published in 1937. Hill condenses stories of famous millionaires of his generation into principles of success we can all apply in our lives. Central to the book is the idea that if we can think it, we can achieve it. This core thesis is supported by thirteen key principles:

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  1. Desire: The starting point of all achievement, a strong desire towards achieving goals.

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  1. Faith: Visualization and belief in the attainment of desire.

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  1. Autosuggestion: The self-administration of positive thoughts to one's subconscious.

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  1. Specialized Knowledge: Personal experiences or observations are more valuable than generalized knowledge.

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  1. Imagination: The workshop of the mind where all plans are created.

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  1. Organized Planning: The crystallization of desire into action by planning effectively.

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  1. Decision: The mastery of procrastination and the ability to make decisions promptly and clearly.

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  1. Persistence: The sustained effort necessary to induce faith and transform plans into action.

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  1. Power of the Master Mind: The driving force gained through the alliance of individual minds working towards a definite purpose.

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  1. The Mystery of Sex Transmutation: The transformation of sexual energy into creative and productive outlets.

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  1. The Subconscious Mind: The connecting link between the thinking mind, faith, and the universe.

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  1. The Brain: A broadcasting and receiving station for thought, where human thought vibrations are received by the brain.

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  1. The Sixth Sense: The door to the temple of wisdom, an undefined sense that can help one make better decisions.

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Hill emphasizes the importance of a positive mental attitude, but he also insists on the necessity of action to make one's dreams a reality. "Think and Grow Rich" has been a bestseller for decades and continues to be an influential guide for those seeking to improve their lives through a change in their thought process and the application of success principles.