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      Power of the Creed

      Optimism as a Way of Life

      By James M. Rankin

      10th Anniversary Edition

      Revised and Expanded

      Power of the Creed - 10th Anniversary Edition

      Copyright © 2017 James M. Rankin

      This publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

      ISBN 978-1-4566-2950-2

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      In 1912 a prolific new self-help author by the name of Christian D. Larson published one of his most influential books, entitled Your Forces and How to Use Them. It contained several italicized lines on one single page that transformed millions of people for almost an entire century. That one page held twelve lines of such incredible power that Optimist International still uses it as their motto for inspiration and motivation. James Rankin, a Texas entrepreneur and author of many books, saw such a rich depth in Larson’s lines that he decided to write his own book about them called the Power of the Creed. Taking each line as a springboard into a new chapter, Rankin has written ten insightful essays of his own, each bringing added life to the wisdom of Larson’s original messages. The result is thoughtful, inspiring, motivational, soul enriching and mind expanding. Rankin did well. I think Larson would not only approve, but also enjoy and even benefit from Power of the Creed.

      — Joe Vitale, co-author of The Secret

      Acknowledgements

      It is hard to believe that it has been ten years since the publication of The Power of the Creed. It has indeed been a real joy to share with Optimists all around the world the genius of the Optimist Creed author Christian Larson. His writing and wisdom is the foundation for this book. Over the years many people have gone through the Philosophy of Optimism workshops that I have conducted at the International conventions and have commented that the small changes in their attitudes have made a huge difference in their business, community and personal lives.

      Adopting Optimism as a way of life is the initial objective of an Optimist member. It is my heartfelt belief that if each of us can share this compassion with our fellow man our organization would be the largest fastest growing civic organization in the world.

      I want to thank a few people who have been instrumental in the construction and distribution of the Power of the Creed. Jo Landers for her talent in the typesetting of this project along with Jackie Kirsch in the editing of the book. A special thanks to Ed Finn, Past International Vice President, for getting the organization to put Power of the Creed into the PGI program, and for his diligent commitment to building our organization. Also, I would like to recognize Past Governor Craig Kelley who was the first Governor to invite me to his district meeting when I felt the love and appreciation from the great people of Mr. Larson’s home state of Iowa. I would like to send out a sincere appreciation for the unselfish work of our International Vice President Ron Graves who has internalized the creed in his life.

      I hope that you will read, study and absorb the important message in this book. I want to invite you to read a few of my other works pertaining to the power of optimism including Living the Creed, which has been translated into Chinese and French. My newest novel is entitled The Source of the Shining Light of Optimism.

      May you grow into the person that you always dreamed of becoming in your life. As Emerson taught many years ago that a thought is the seed of an action, so I hope that you will enjoy the Power of the Creed 10 Year Edition and the result of that endeavor will create positive momentum for your life that will materialize into something of true beauty.

      Other Works by James M. Rankin

      The Magic of Method Selling

      Living the Magic

      Inner Renaissance Rediscovered

      Poems from the Spirit of Hope

      Dawning of the Day

      The Philosopher Poet

      Power of the Creed

      Living the Creed

      The Source of the Shining

      Optimism, A Life Enriching Philosophy

      The Cherished Fruit

      The Poet’s Rhyme

      Sun, Sand and Saltwater Poetry Collection

      Coming Attractions

      The Collection of Short Stories and Plays

      The Power of the Creed for the Sales Pro

      The Power of the Creed for the Financial Professional

      Living the Creed for the Teen

      Introduction

      I would like to introduce to you a great friend and author, James Rankin. James is a electrifying speaker that keeps his audience in the palm of his hand. His inspirational sessions from his books Living the Creed, The Power of the Creed, and Living the Magic are shared from the heart. It is hard not to go away inspired and uplifted by sharing his passion for the Optimist Creed. James will make a tremendous difference to your Optimist District meetings or Regional training sessions.

      Craig Kelley

      Past Governor

      Certified Trainer Board

      How often we hear that one became a member of Optimist International once they read the Creed. Now in his book, James Rankin magnifies each Tenet of the Creed as a guide to live by.

      Ed Finn

      Past Governor

      Executive Vice President for Optimist International

      When I was first introduced to Optimism I was intrigued by the Optimist Creed. It was motivational, and when I recited it the words recharged my spirit, mind and body. I could not wait for Wednesday at noon so that I could see and read the creed hanging on the banner. Little did I realize that I could use the creed each and every day of my life. Many people remind themselves of the importance of the creed by adding the creed to their surroundings. The creed has been seen on a mouse pad at work, or a desk plaque, or a framed copy on the wall. Many people will read it and comment on it. It gives you the opportunity to share with them the power of the creed.

      It is important for you to learn the power of P3. P3 is to personalize the creed, profess the creed, and proclaim it to others.

      Personalizing the creed means that you memorize the creed word for word. When you are alone you can personalize the creed for yourself. This is a very powerful technique to assimilate the information. You have to do this exercise with a certain amount of conviction.

      For example, when you recite the creed it would sound like this:

      I Promise

      I will be so strong that nothing can disturb my peace of mind.

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