If you're reading this, you are on a journey of spiritual evolution and awakening. You may be new to metaphysical principles or you might regard them as old friends. Whatever your experience with Science of Mind or New Thought, the principles found here remain timeless and changeless. These suggestions will help you make the most of them.

A spiritual mind treatment is simply affirmative prayer; that is, prayer offered with a sense of acceptance and gratitude. Rather than pleading for something from a distant god, affirmative prayer accepts the good desired as though it were already so. This is what the teacher Jesus of Nazareth meant when he suggested that we 'pray believing'.

Spiritual mind treatment is not directed at something outside of ourselves, but is an awakening of our innermost knowing that the Universe in which we live is lawful, loving, and intelligent. Ernest Holmes, the founder of Religious Science, used to begin his lessons with the statement, "There is a power for good in the Universe, greater than you are, available to everyone, and you can use it". Spiritual mind treatment is all about using this power to transform conditions, to awaken our spiritual awareness, and to create a wonderful life!

While there is no one correct way to treat, certain steps are generally followed. Ministers and accredited teachers are available in Religious Science centers and churches to teach the art and science of Spiritual Mind Treatment. Here's a brief overview of how it works:

That's all there is to it! To learn more about doing affirmative prayer for yourself or others, why not consider enrolling in one of our classes? Ongoing courses are held at our WaterCourt location in Westlake Village. If you live out of the area, there are distance learning opportunities. For more information, email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it