The Omnipotent Self (Illustrated, Refined & Edited)

Here's a copy of The Omnipotent Self (Illustrated, Refined & Edited) – a paperback shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 106 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.

What it's about

Dive deep into the often hidden motivations of the human psyche with The Omnipotent Self by Paul Bousfield—an influential English-language work that blends psychology, introspection, and practical transformation. First published in 1923, this classic paperback examines how the illusion of personal omnipotence arises and how it can be reshaped into healthier, more grounded living. Bousfield identifies a co (mm) on but subtle mental habit: the belief that one is invulnerable, always right, or above limitation. He calls this the “omnipotent self”—a psychological posture that masks insecurity, avoids reality, and relies on self-deception. Rather than merely diagnosing the problem, the book guides readers toward change, moving from unconscious patterns to conscious self-direction. The work progresses from foundational topics such as the unconscious mind and repression to practical methods including self-analysis, readjustment of life aims, and auto-suggestion. Bousfield writes with clarity, making complex psychological ideas accessible without diluting their depth. What makes this book enduring is its emphasis on real transformation. It speaks directly to everyday struggles such as frustration, irritability, restlessness, and inflated self-assurance. By uncovering the hidden forces shaping behavior, readers gain tools to replace illusion with insight and rigidity with growth. More than a psychology text, this book offers ethical and existential reflection. The journey away from omnipotence becomes a journey toward humility, integrity, and authentic strength. Growth, Bousfield shows, begins with honest self-examination. Ideal for self-help readers, psychology students, and reflective professionals, The Omnipotent Self provides a thoughtful framework for self-cure and character development. It invites you to understand how your mind has shaped you—and how you can consciously shape it in return. Keywords: self-deception psychology; omnipotent self transformation; self-analysis and self-cure; character formation unconscious mind; Paul Bousfield classic psychology

Book details

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Pages: 106
• Publisher: DD Books
• Category: Personality

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This edition is in English.

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