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What People are Saying about the Book:

“Earn your own black belt 4 life by reading - and applying - the timeless principles provided in this wonderful book.  With a black belt in Tang Soo Do, the author doesn't just "walk the talk" - he RUNS it.  There are many thought-provoking stories, quotes, and ideas presented, and, as such, I plan to keep the book on my desk to thumb through again and again for daily inspiration and personal excellence.”
James Afremow, PhD, Sports Psychologist
Author of Lengthen Your Line:  The 5 Cs for Exceptional Performance in the Game of Life

“Dr. Steven M. Erickson does a masterful job of presenting sage teachings of the martial arts, inviting us to be aware and to see the value of applying them throughout our daily lives. The wisdom packed in Ki Inspiring Thoughts will help light your way.”
Herbert Sendek, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Arizona State University
Author of Gen Y Now: How Generation Y Changes Your Workplace and Why It Requires a New Leadership Style

“Ki Inspiring Thoughts is a must read for anyone who seeks to find truth, peace and joy in their lives.  With a unique blend of ancient wisdom, Zen stories, and deep insights gained from years of practicing and teaching martial arts, Steve Erickson guides his readers to intuit powerful lessons that address core issues we all face.  I found it to be comforting, inspiring, enlightening — and particularly relevant to dealing with the uncertainty and anxiety that comes in today’s time of massive change.  It’s a beautiful compilation that I will read again and again and probably learn something new from every time.” 
Diane M. Bolden, Founder/President
Synchronistics Coaching & Consulting
Author of The Pinocchio Principle – Becoming the Leader You were Born to Be

Although I am not a fan of books that describe scenes in life, I was drawn to Steve’s ability to allow me in to those life scenes and permitted me to apply myself in the vignettes. I found myself constantly referring to his information and drawing on parallel situations that I had lived or witnessed. When life takes me out of my routine, I am now more cognizant of finding my inner center to deal with the challenge in front of me.
While most readers may find this book to be a “niche” publication, I highly recommend it to readers that want to learn, apply and secure a more confident presence within themselves and others around them.

Too often, in the hustle and bustle of 21st century life, we forget that how we live is manageable if we only take to time to understand how others that came before us lived their lives.Steve pointed out how many great leaders and people handled themselves without the benefit of 21st century technology or information.

Ki Inspirational Thoughts is not a book to read and set up on a book shelf, rather it should be used as a map to help navigate though life until one reaches his or hers final resting place!
Mark A. Letendre, ATC
Director Of Umpire Medical Services
Office of the Commisssioner
Major League Baseball