Analysis Of Wayne Dyer's 'Incredible You'

Kindred Spirits Imagine your childhood without one of your parental figures. A difficult childhood shapes one’s beliefs and how they view the world. We all have had hardships in life, however Emerson and Dyer have had impactful hardships early in their life, including growing up without a father figure. This increased their maturity levels and helped develop their insightful, transcendental beliefs. Both of them shared their passionate beliefs in their writings, exposing people to different perspectives. Wayne Dyer has many beliefs that are portrayed in his book “Incredible you”, these perceptions align with Emerson’s transcendentalist beliefs. Emerson would concur with Dyer’s inspirational book for children, “Incredible You”. Dyer’s father …show more content…
Emerson offers his belief, “We must go alone. Isolation must precede true society. ” (Self Reliance, 552) Emerson believes that success comes from isolation because conformity can’t penetrate your mind. In his book Dyer talks about going to a quiet place where the voices can’t be heard. In other words, go to a place in your mind that is calm and peaceful when society becomes too persuasive with their own ideas. Emerson would have enjoyed reading this part of Dyer’s book because it encourages individuals to take refuge in isolation to generate their own ideas when society is trying to conform …show more content…
When confidence is shattered one can lose belief in themselves. This leads to uncertainty making it difficult to pursue one’s dreams and goals. Emerson points out, “The health of the eye seems to demand a horizon. We are never tired, so long as we can see far enough.” (Nature, 513) This quote explains that if we know what we are doing, no doubts will arise. However when we are exploring the uncharted areas, seeds of doubts will plant themselves into our brains. Without proper nourishment of confidence the seeds can sprout into weeds of fear. Dyer’s beliefs intertwine with Emerson as he says,“Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice.” The quote exemplifies whatever you think, is whatever it becomes. Life gives you a situation and it is your choice what mindset to have. This lesson is very important to all ages and Emerson would be very pleased that Dyer incorporated it in his book, “think of something you love to do, that is your passion, so let it shine through. Never let fear hold you back.” (Incredible You) “If you believe in your heart, it will come to you.” (Incredible You) The first quote supports Dyer’s passion of don’t let fear be a barrier of your dreams and goals. The second quote supports whatever you tell yourself is what is going to come out of the