College Admissions Essays: Understanding Mind, Body, and Spirit

At the turn of the 20th century, the popular magazine Human Life reported that Mary Baker Eddy was "the most famous, interesting, and powerful woman in America, if not the world." The daughter of a New Hampshire farming family, she overcame many obstacles to become an acclaimed author, publisher, and religious leader whose legacy is still being felt today. In 1995, she was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame for "making an indelible mark on society, religion, and journalism."

A woman ahead of her time, Mary Baker Eddy (1821 - 1910) pioneered new ideas about spirituality and health. Her research and experience led her to the discovery of a system of healing that she named Christian Science. She wrote and published a book, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, that broke new ground in the understanding of mind, body, spirit relationships. She went on to found a college, a church, a publishing enterprise, and The Christian Science Monitor - one of the most respected newspapers in the world and winner of seven Pulitzer Prizes.

Today, Mary Baker Eddy's ideas about spirituality and healing are as current as ever. Modern research by physicians and scientists reflects many of her insights into the mental and spiritual basis of health and wellness. Her book, Science and Health, has sold over ten million copies.