Can You Find Wisdom in the Wilderness? Francis Tapon sought wisdom when he quit his Silicon Valley job, donated most of his belongings, and set off to hike the Appalachian Trail. He and his hiking partner, Lisa Garrett, traversed the 2,168 mile footpath by walking for nearly four months from sunrise to sunset. The pilgrimage gave him insights that not only apply to backpacking, but to life itself. It also taught him that there sure are easier ways to go from Maine to Georgia.While you enjoy the intense journey, you’ll learn: Why the Appalachian Trail’s credo is relevant to your life. How to control your finances. How to discover and pursue your passion. How to avoid costly mistakes and conquer your fears. How to dramatically improve your health. Why the Appalachian Trail teaches you more about human nature than Mother Nature. How to shrug off misfortune and live stress free. Why mosquitoes just want to be your friend. Packed with two color maps, photographs, sidebars, and self assessment quizzes! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Don’t expect a dull trail log. Don’t expect a humdrum self-help book. Instead, expect to laugh and learn as Hike Your Own Hike weaves practical wisdom with an epic journey as the backdrop.” — Dave Roberson, President and Chief Operating Officer, Hitachi Data Systems "Francis Tapon shares the useful insights he gained after hiking over 2,000 miles in the wilderness. Hike Your Own Hike is not a book about how to backpack, but how to live. It will reawaken your spirit and energize your soul." — Liz Bergeron, Executive Director, Pacific Crest Trail Association “It’s hard to imagine a book could combine the strengths of Bill Bryson’s Walk in the Woods and Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, but Hike Your Own Hike has done it!” — Marco Iansiti, Harvard Business School Professor Have you settled for a good life, but not an amazing one? Go from the rut to the ridge! Read Less