Journey to Center: Lessons in Unifying Body, Mind, and Spirit

by Thomas F. Crum

Book Overview

This practical guide introduces readers to the Zen principles Tom Crum has lived by and taught for many years. As a black belt in aikido, a motivational speaker, and an instructor in everything from mathematics to skiing, Crum learned that the key to success in any endeavor is mastering the art of "centering." He teaches here the vital techniques for achieving a more relaxed, energized, and integrated approach to our lives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0684839229
• ISBN13: 9780684839226
• Release Date: October 1997
• Publisher: Touchstone Books
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

A Great Adventure!

Through a unique style of inspirational story telling, Thomas Crum generously offers some essential tools that help us live with greater peace, productivity, and most importantly, joy.

Greatest Positive Effect on my life from any self-help book

Due to various emotional baggage and lack of the skills needed to advance myself, I have been unable, until now, to use any of the plethora of self-help methods from any other book. My skill in concentration was non-existant. I walked around every single day with a humongous knot of anxiety in my gut. This book has literally changed all that. It is not the magic save-all. It is merely the best way I have ever found to begin my journey through life. It is now the basis for everything I do. To those who read it: Read it through at least once. Try it. Then augment it with other techniques and advancement methods. Just don't stop and always stay centered.

Lovely Book

This is a great inspirational book, but it's funny as well. The author is self-effacing and never misses a chance to poke fun at himself, which seems to show that the lessons that he speaks of have been well-learned. He writes like a lay-Buddhist.

an exceptional work of art

Journey to Center was probably a great book for me because I had the chance to actually meet the writer. And to know the writer and then read his book, gives a more deeper understanding and meaning to what is being said. Journey to Center is funny, moving, and can be very emotional at times. Thomas Crum is a great writer, one who talks to you through his books, not just write to you. It was very inspirational. One of my favorites!

A funny, inspiring, and helpful book

Journey to Center is about Tom Crum's trip through life, with highs and lows. He writes about his experiences with Monks, elephants, civl wars, and more. His stories teach, inspire, and make you laugh. A remarkable book for its charm, elegance, and warmth