Finding the Wisdom You Seek: Hidden where you will never look (The Engager)

A spiritual and enlightening fable based on the life experiences, of many as well as those of the author. Telling the tale of a middle-aged executive named Bob, whose life is spiraling out of control. Starting when Bob finds himself only an inch away from a catastrophic event that would destroy two young lives while devastatingly changing his life forever. He is on the brink of losing his beautiful wife and three children and destroying a once-promising career because of bad judgment based on unhealthy thoughts. On the night just as all of Bob’s bad decisions come crashing in on him, his best friend, Tom, returns from a self-examining, introspective and enlightening journey in the Himalayas. Tom’s trip prompted by a chance encounter with a mysterious, wise man in a peaceful forest. “The Engager” gives Tom the insight to look within and seek more out of life. Tom encourages Bob to take a similar, life-changing expedition to stop his self-destruction and find what he believes he has lost or never had. Bob is guided by his own new, wise friend on his journey to find the wisdom and enlightenment so many seek, but so few find. Like others before him, Bob will travel great distances to strange and beautiful places seeking what he believes he lost. He is unable to see, unable to hear, what others do, at first. Eventually, he will learn that the secret to self-discovery lies within himself. His is a story of suspense, vision, and seeing all that is, with a new perspective. Written for anyone wishing to see life and their destiny more clearly. Maybe you or someone you know or love sees a future paved with coal and broken glass. While others see the same path paved with gold, diamonds and emeralds. This book is for all who believe there is more to life. Are you or someone you care about missing out on the gifts and wisdom given to all, blaming others and dealing with self-inflicted bad luck? Follow along on Bob’s journey of enlightenment and mind-opening adventure. Learn the lessons from the wise. Open yourself to seeing and hearing what is, through the eyes and experiences of Bob and Tom, guided by their wise mentors. A quick read that might just change your life forever.

Michael R. Holley, born in Panama City, Florida, on December 26, 1960. Coming from solid but humble beginnings, the son, grandson and nephew of boat captains. Working his way from deckhand to captain - his life's dream -by the age of 19 years old. Staying in the family business was not to be his destiny. An employment ad for a car salesman would change his life forever. In 16 years he would go from salesman to owning his own automobile and real-estate empire, eventually accumulating three franchise dealerships in central Florida. During the financial melt down of 2008, it all came crashing down and Michael lost all his worldly possessions and, ultimately, his freedom. After pleading no contest and serving a 20-month prison sentence, he found a new purpose, direction if you will, in life. Thanking God for the lessons learned and the guardian angels along the way who brought him through the roughest parts of his journey. Michael's life now has a new meaning, helping others by giving back. Speaking and consulting to all who will listen to his lessons learned, life experiences and colorful stories. Currently working on a number of publishing projects including a self-help series of books featuring a character known as "The Engager.'' "Finding the Wisdom You Seek'' is the first in that series. He is also writing a sequel to his first book, "Pinstripe Suits to Prison Blues.'' You can book him at michaelholley.com and follow Michael on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.