Bøger af Tim Kay

The Wisdom Trail portrays a modern-day Hero's Journey. A story about overcoming the outer and inner obstacles inherent in living in today's world, yet nonetheless complete with giants and dwarves, legendary beasts, maidens in distress, knights and sorcerers, distant, exotic lands, mysterious realms, and strange events. A tale that urges us to consider what is possible through authentic endeavour, and reminds us that wisdom can be found in the most unexpected places. Travelling the world to discover the secret to unlocking a Great Mystery, an intrepid traveler attempts to understand the significance of specific events and circumstances he has encountered through a life of learning. A collection of travel stories gleaned from a 35-year journey of discovery linked together by a common thread, this book offers the inquisitive an opportunity to follow the author on a quest for understanding and awareness as he weaves threads of insight - piecing together experiences into a narrative that has him transported from a teenager at odds with the world around him, to a man on a mission to master the wisdom that exists beyond the beyond. Turning the pages we trace the author's steps on an extraordinary journey that begins with his discontented school days, and his failed attempts at fitting in, and then sees him discovering the cornucopia of life as he encounters the sublime and bizarre as he throws himself into the deep end of the ocean of experience. From his first hitch-hiking trip to the Côte de Azur and the funshine and endless summers of the party scene of 1980's Europe, to the sophisticated environs of Stockholm and Tokyo, and then travelling the globe intent on intrepid adventure, the author invites us to join him as he uncovers new ways of dealing with the vagaries of life, and meets inspiring individuals who reveal the nature of true courage and valour. Encountering magic and mystery in the rarified air of the Tibetan plateau the author is compelled to pursue ever deeper knowledge and awareness as he begins to accept his inner calling. We accompany him as he becomes immersed in a quest to fathom a hidden dimension of possibilities; a Force that might ultimately align him with a reality that he has always sensed but never understood.

Journeys, Short Stories and Tall Tales from the Road, is a compilation of personal travel stories. In this his second travel book, Tim shares a selection of his most memorable travel experiences. From Tibet to Mozambique and Japan to India, the experiences Tim shares give the reader an insight into the life of a modern day traveler and adventurer. Tim's interest in discovery began at an early age and has culminated in over thirty years of intrepid travel. A passion for authentic, independent adventure has become a challenging and rewarding lifestyle, and in this collection Tim describes the bare bones of his personal encounters in a straight forward and down to earth style. The inclusion of Tim's own pen and ink sketches creates a combination of text and illustrations that provide the reader with a unique window into tales of high adventure.

Every time we open our mouths to speak, the remarks that we make to each other and the ways in which we talk to one another in all our conversations will either have positive and beneficial or negative and potentially damaging outcomes and affects upon those involved. Implementing the skills, methods, tools, techniques and attitudes of Smart Talking will ensure more positive and beneficial outcomes; improve personal and working relationships; reduce conflict; increase confidence and potential, and enhance the self-esteem of all those in communication with one another. The many real life stories that illustrate the wealth of information in this engagingly written book gives it relevance for people in their relationships and in their families, in their social interactions and in their places of work. The insights and advanced communication skills that have been obtained through decades of experience which are detailed in this book will be immensely useful to anyone wishing to be an effective, caring, intelligent, influential and successful communicator.

Journey is a guide to traveling in the developing world independent of organized itineraries, guide book recommendations; and far from the back-packing tourist trail. Journey is also a book that presents methods and attitudes that help the reader approach the concept of adventure travel from a new perspective. Tim's travel philosophy invites the would-be adventurer to pursue more than simply the seeing of sights and the gathering of experiences, and instead view every adventure and every trip as a journey of discovery. The straightforward writing style that Tim uses helps the reader understand the need to cultivate an awareness of the potential for inner growth inherent in independent travel, and each section of the book is packed with clear and reliable methods that encourage the reader to engage in authentic adventure. Based on Tim's 30 years of travel in the developing world, the inside knowledge presented in Journey gives the reader an insight into how to get the most out of independent travel. The many tips and recommendations collected from fellow travelers over the years have been compiled with the intention of supporting readers with useful information in regard to the many essential practicalities prior to each and every trip, as well as imparting behaviors and attitudes that will pave the way for anyone to approach the world of independent travel with confidence.

The quality of the listening in all conversations will influence the outcomes of them to be either positive and beneficial or negative and potentially damaging. Implementing the skills, methods, tools, techniques and attitudes of Smart Listening will ensure more positive and beneficial outcomes, and will improve personal and working relationships; reduce conflict; increase confidence and potential, and enhance the self-esteem of all those in communication with one another. The many real life stories that illustrate the wealth of information in this engagingly written book gives it relevance for people with their families, in their social interactions and in their places of work. The insights and advanced listening skills that have been obtained through decades of experience will be immensely useful to anyone wishing to further enhance their communication skills-particularly professionals in such areas as education, healthcare, social care, law enforcement, and personnel management; and especially those in the listening professions of Counseling, Life Coaching, and Talking Therapies.