Books
One thing I figured out a long time ago was that I love to explore. Whether it’s going places, meeting people, exploring thoughts or ideas, I dig it. At an early age I fell in love with books, which provided me both an introduction to people, places and ideas, as well as an escape from my scary childhood. And as a teen I realized it could be a way out…
You’re invited to wander through my curated library of books, that I’ve personally read and reviewed for you. And if so moved, you can buy them through TMOLW as an affiliate, earning us a small fee so that you can get a book you like and benefit my small business.
Have a favorite book or two of your own? Drop me a line so I can check it out and share.
“Let yourself be drawn by the stronger pull of that which you truly love.”
– Rumi
A U.S. Army veteran myself, I relate to the uncommon perspectives military and first responders often have on life. An absolute favorite book of mine, Ross gives us a beautiful look into the healing powers of nature through poignant accounts by veterans on their own healing journeys.
Although I’m more of a sunshine, jungle or ocean kind of adventurer, I could not put this one down! Award winning author McDonald gives riveting accounts about how some of us are wildly attracted to challenge and suffering – can you relate?! I sure can, as I am sure you have read in my adventurous Blogs!
Paul Chek is a titan in the health and fitness world and this book was originally recommended to me by my awesome Coach Bryan Osuna, as a in-depth resource. This is a great find to get you started on your path to better health, in a handy workbook format, to chart your progress.
For those of you not familiar with the Hoffman Process, it ranks up there as one of the most transformative experiences in my life. Although I highly recommend participating in the Process, if you want to get a taste of what its about, then check out the book by Tim Laurence, who I was honored to have as one of my Process facilitators.
Have you fallen in love with hiking and are seriously considering becoming a thru-hiker on the great trails of the U.S.? This is a great read, with gripping stories on the human experience. See yourself through others challenges and triumphs on the renowned Pacific Crest Trail, which I plan on tackling in 2026!
The practice of Network Spinal Analysis, originally introduced to me by my chiropractor and functional medicine doctor, Dr Shea Osuna, is a powerful chiropractic body/mind/soul method of care. If you believe that trauma gets stored in our body, not just our mind, then this book is for you!