Abandoned by parents as a one-year-old, sent to boarding school at age five, Ajay
Kalra’s profound self-alienation divorced him from his natural gifts for writing and
self-awareness. It pushed him into a joyless career in accountancy and a bitter
struggle with sex addiction. Just when he felt he could not take it anymore, his life
transformed. He found the inspiration to lead a purposeful life.
In THRIVE he shares his journey with unsparing honesty. Through the acronym
PRESENT, he reveals the seven principles for physical, emotional and spiritual well-
being that turned his life around. In the book, not only does he convey complex
philosophical and yogic concepts in a simple, engaging, and humorous manner, his
deep insights will enlighten and inspire you. Above all, he provides practices that you
can put into action today, to start living a happier and healthier life.

Ajay Kalra is a personal growth writer, life coach, therapist, counsellor, Yoga
teacher, and mindfulness practitioner. He enjoys facilitating emotional healing, self-
inquiry, and authentic self-expression for individuals and groups. Having spent years
aspiring to an extraordinary life, he is now content with the simple and ordinary. Visit
www.ajayakalra.com to know more about him and to read his works.

“An inspiring tale of one person’s redemption and journey towards self-transformation.”
~ Suma Varughese, Writer, former editor Life Positive and Society magazines

“Ajay has been deeply honest about his thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It made me feel
less alone in my own struggles. He awakens us to childhood trauma and the healing
required.”
~ Lina Ashar, Founder-emeritus, Kangaroo Kids, Billabong High; Founder Dreamtime

“I admire Ajay for his ruthless honesty. He shares with us timeless principles for happiness
through stories, examples, and actionable practices in ways that inspire and illuminate.”
~ Nithya Shanti, Facilitator and Teacher of Conscious Living

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