Throughout time, stories have been used to teach, inspire, entertain and enlighten. 'Being Here, Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment' is a collection of stories that will allow readers to transform their ability to experience living; We are all taught how to learn, analyse and improve, yet we have little training in how to simply be. Despite our many advances in technology, there is a gap in our ability to be satisfied, have peace and well-being in ourselves. 'Being Here' uses stories to illustrate a new possibility for approaching life; one that produces well-being and satisfaction, where upsetting events; even death and loss don't have to affect one's ability to have a brilliant life. Touching and profound, the stories in 'Being Here' form a practical guide to living a fulfilling life. They address such topics as forgiveness; compassion, following your heart, dissolving upsets and of course, the unlimited possibilities unleashed by Being Here.