Author Signing with Mike Mannix

Utilizing their combined 70+ years of work and life experience, along with the wisdom shared by the interviewees, Sal and Mike lay out real life learning lessons and tools supported by scientific statistics to help you attain a more balanced life.

Each one of the 5Ls is a chapter in the book. Within each chapter are interviews with successful individuals who have shared their experience in one or more of the 5Ls and how it has impacted their lives. These interviews were held with Corporate Executives, Professional Athletes, high-ranking Military Leaders, other high-profile personalities and everyday people who have made a positive impact on people's lives.

The 5Ls facilitates the continuous pursuit of achieving balance in 5 five essential life elements.

LOVE - Self-love, Oxygen Mask Theory, Positive support of others

LAUGHTER - Stress Management - don't take yourself too seriously

LABOR - Passion & Purpose - the benefits of doing what you love

LEISURE - "Me Time," Disconnect, Clear Minds = Better Decisions

LEAVE - Knowing when to pivot - manage change, adjust the sails

Alone they have Purpose

Together they have Power

The 5Ls has been recognized on a global basis as an effective tool to help individuals find true work-life balance, mental fitness, as well as addressing issues with burnout. This impact has recently been highlighted in CEOWORLD Magazine