Psycho-Cybernetics

Maxwell Maltz

About the Author

Maxwell Maltz (1899–1975) was an American cosmetic surgeon who became interested in his patients' mental states after surgery. He noticed that physical alterations sometimes played a significant role in their self-image and mental health, while for others, cosmetic surgery seemed to have little to no impact. His observations led him to develop “Psycho-Cybernetics,” a self-image-based theory that significantly influenced the self-help and psychology world. Maltz authored several books on his theory.

About the Book

First published in 1960, “Psycho-Cybernetics” centers around the concept of self-image psychology and how self-image dramatically affects your ability to achieve goals. The combination of physiological and psychological expertise equips you with valuable strategies for transforming your self-image, leading to life-long success.

Summary

This groundbreaking self-help book explores the connection between self-image and personal success. Some key concepts include:

Self-Image: Your mental picture of yourself, or your self-image, influences your thinking and behavior. A favorable self-image leads to confidence and success, while an unfavorable one can hamper personal growth.

Cybernetics Analogy: Your behavior and self-regulating mechanisms called “cybernetic systems” parallel each other. Like a guided missile, you can direct your mind towards goals, adjusting and correcting its course based on feedback.

Visualization Techniques: Creative visualization drives self-improvement. Visualizing your goals and success can help you change your self-image and achieve desired outcomes.

Overcoming Negative Beliefs: Past experiences and negative beliefs shape self-image. Identify and overcome your limiting beliefs through reframing and positive affirmations.

Practical Exercises: Practice Psycho-Cybernetics principles. The author’s exercises can help you increase self-awareness and foster positive change.

The Role of Success and Failure: Success and failure contribute to your self-image. Learn from failures and use them as stepping stones to greater achievements.

Continuous Improvement: Make learning and self-improvement life-long goals. You can continually refine your self-image and capabilities.

This book offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and improving self-image. You’ll learn practical tools to unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

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+ What is the book about?

This book revolves around understanding and applying the power of self-image for greater happiness and success. It combines behavioral and cognitive techniques to help you transform your self-perception and harness your natural-born abilities.

+ How long is the book?

The book is around 288 pages long, varying slightly by edition.

+ Does the book have famous quotes?

"Your nervous system cannot tell the difference between an imagined experience and a 'real' experience."

"The 'self-image' is the key to human personality and human behavior. Change the self-image and you change the personality and the behavior."

"It is no exaggeration to say that every human being is hypnotized to some extent either by ideas he has uncritically accepted from others or ideas he has repeated to himself or convinced himself are true. These negative ideas have exactly the same effect upon our behavior as the negative ideas implanted into the mind of a hypnotized subject by a professional hypnotist."

+ When was the book written?

This book was published in 1960.

+ Are there different versions of the book?

This book has many different editions. They include translations into other languages and e-book and audiobook versions.

+ What category does this book fall under?

You can find this book under the category Building Self-Confidence Books.

+ Where can I get the book?

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+ What are similar books I can read?

The following titles provide valuable insights into the psychology of success, self-image, and the power of thought, making them excellent companions to "Psycho-Cybernetics."

"Think and Grow Rich," "The Master-Key to Riches," and "The Law of Success" by Napoleon Hill
"Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude" by Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone
"The Master-Key To Riches" by Napoleon Hill
"The Secret of the Ages" by Robert Collier
"The Strangest Secret" by Earl Nightingale
"The Power of Intention" by Wayne Dyer
"How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie