Being is an inspirational book designed to help people overwhelmed by the busyness and speed of life. It is fun and interesting to read and uses a real hiking trip in Alsace, France to illustrate the ideas presented.Drawing on contemporary psychological studies, spiritual teachings and personal experiences, the book Being presents a clear and easy pathway that will lead to a more peaceful and balanced life.Each idea presented is followed by practical exercises that will help the reader to:Slow down,Increase his/her awareness of the present, Have a positive attitude in life. Each practice is simple enough to incorporate into our busy lives, in a way that will help us renew our minds in a slow and permanent manner. By making small and consistent changes in our life, we are able to achieve a level of life satisfaction, that leads us to a new level of excellence in our personal, social and professional lives.