This inspiring tale is based on the author's own search for life's true purpose, providing a step-by-step approach to living with greater courage, balance, abundance and joy.  It tells the story of Julian Mantle, a lawyer forced to confront the spiritual crisis of his out-of-balance life: following a heart attack, he decides to sell all his beloved possesions and trek to India.

On a life-changing odyssey to an ancient culture, he meets Himalayan gurus who offer powerful, wise and practical lessons that teach us to:

• Develop joyful thoughts
• Follow our life's mission
• Cultivate self-discipline and act courageously
• Value time as our most important commodity
• Nourish our relationships
• Live fully, one day at a time