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Stillness in the Storm

Stillness in the Storm invites you into a year of grounded presence, quiet strength, and mindful living.

Rooted in the deep traditions of Aikido and enriched by teachings from Zen, Taoism, Buddhism, Indigenous wisdom, Stoicism, African proverbs, and select Christian insights, this 365-day journey is a daily return to center—where calm meets clarity, and action begins in stillness.

Each entry begins with a simple truth: Ki is extended…
What follows is a reflection on life, energy, and spiritual practice—drawn from real experiences, dojo lessons, and timeless wisdom from across cultures and philosophies.Read More

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Stillness In The Storm: 365 Meditations on Ki, Faith, and the Way Forward


Be Careful What You Believe

Rewriting the Quiet Lies That Steal Our Peace

You remember the harsh words you said once in anger.
The birthday you missed.
The moments you wish you could redo.

But what if the story you’ve been telling yourself is wrong?

In Be Careful What You Believe, bestselling author Keith Thorn invites you to step back from the guilt-soaked narratives we so often carry—especially as parents, partners, or imperfect people trying to get it right. Through honest reflections, tender stories, and powerful reframing, this book reveals a truth many miss: you probably did better than you think. Read More

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Still Standing, Still Growing: Presence Over Rank

What if the true reward of training wasn’t promotion—but presence?

In this heartfelt reflection on decades of Ki-Aikido practice, Keith Thorn shares the quiet power of simply showing up. This isn’t a story of titles earned, but of lessons lived—on the mat and beyond. With honesty and humility, he writes about falling, returning, aging, and learning to bow not just with the body, but with the spirit. Read More

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No Grapes in Grateful

“No Grapes in Grateful” is a 200-page journey of perspective-shifting wisdom, rooted in the raw truth that life doesn’t always go as planned—and that’s the point. Inspired by the mindset of Good (Jocko Willink), this book challenges the reader to abandon bitterness, excuse-making, and regret in favor of acceptance, action, and quiet thankfulness. Read More

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No Grapes In Grateful: What if gratitude wasn’t about what’s given— but what’s grown?


Our Bad Choices

A Wake-Up Call for Anyone Who Thinks They’re the Only One Paying the Price

We rarely see the full impact of our decisions while we’re making them. In the moment, we justify. We defend. We act out of emotion, fear, pride, or pain. We think we’re only hurting ourselves—or we don’t think at all. But somewhere down the line, after the dust settles, we start to notice the quieter casualties. The friend who went silent. The child who stopped trusting. The partner who stayed, but stopped hoping. This book is not about reliving shame. It’s about finally seeing what we couldn’t before—and choosing to grow from it. Read More

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Our Bad Choices: A Wake-Up Call for Anyone Who Thinks They’re the Only One Paying the Price



The Unwelcome Task

How Learning to Carry What You Would Rather Drop Is the Start of a Life You’ll Be Proud Of

There comes a moment when we all face it: the responsibility we didn’t ask for, the weight we didn’t choose, the duty no one else stepped up to handle.

It’s the unwelcome task.

In this powerful and timely book, Keith Thorn invites readers into a deeper conversation about duty, perseverance, and identity. With relatable stories, heartfelt reflections, and grounded wisdom, The Unwelcome Task challenges us to reconsider the very things we try to avoid—and discover purpose in the burdens we carry. Read More

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No Mud. No Lotus.

The lotus flower rises from the deepest mud—its beauty not in spite of the mess, but because of it.

In this honest, soulful journey through life’s most difficult terrain, author Keith Thorn shares timeless truths about pain, resilience, and transformation. Whether you’re grieving a loss, rebuilding your life, or simply searching for deeper meaning, No Mud. No Lotus offers powerful reflections and practical wisdom for turning suffering into strength.

With raw stories, gentle guidance, and grounded hope, this book reminds us:
You are not broken. You are becoming.

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No Mud. No Lotus.: The Beauty Beneath the Struggle: Finding Peace, Purpose, and Power in Life’s Hardest Places



Unmasked

This is Me. Without the Armor

Behind every strong voice is a silent struggle.
UNMASKED is a raw, reflective journey into the truths we hide to protect the image we’ve built. With unflinching honesty, Keith Thorn invites you behind the curtain of a life that looked resilient on the outside—but often wrestled in silence on the inside.

This is not a book about fixing your past.

It’s about owning it. Facing it. And finally breathing without the weight of pretending.
In a world obsessed with image, UNMASKED is a permission slip to be real—and a roadmap back to wholeness.

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Faith Made Real

Faith isn’t proven in sermons. It’s proven in scars.

In Faith Made Real, Keith Thorn doesn’t write from the pulpit. He writes from the trenches—where faith was tested, broken, and rebuilt.

This isn’t a book of easy answers. It’s the story of what happens when life falls apart, criticism cuts deep, prayers go unanswered, and miracles seem impossible. And yet—grace keeps showing up. Read More

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No Regrets

The Freedom Beyond What Can’t Be Changed

What if you could finally stop punishing yourself for the life you’ve already lived?
In No Regrets, Keith Thorn invites you into a deeply personal exploration of forgiveness — not the kind you ask for, but the kind you give yourself.

From a childhood marked by pain and silence to decades of striving, fighting, and failing forward, Thorn’s story reveals that peace doesn’t come from getting everything right. It comes from finally letting grace in. Written with the same raw honesty that shaped Faith Made Real and The Unwelcome Task, this book is for anyone who’s tired of carrying old weight — anyone ready to stop running from their past and start walking with it in peace. Read More

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Big Enough Now

Big Enough Now is not a book about becoming more. It’s a book about realizing you already are.

For years, many of us live as if life is a proving ground—waiting to be chosen, approved, healed, forgiven, or finally “ready.” We measure ourselves against timelines that were never ours, carrying old beliefs about who we should have been by now. Read More

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A Warrior’s Last Words

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A Final Poem

A Warrior’s Last Words follows the extraordinary life of Nakano Takeko, a warrior bound by honor, duty, and an unwavering commitment to the samurai way. Born into the Aizu Domain in 1847, Takeko defies societal expectations, mastering the naginata and embracing the teachings of Bushidō under the guidance of her father and the finest samurai sensei. From childhood, her relentless determination carves a place for herself in a world dominated by men. Read More

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A Warrior's Last Words: A Final Poem


She’s Not Just Along for the Ride

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A Journey With Her By My Side

5star Shiny WebThey say life is a journey—but it becomes an unforgettable adventure when you find someone who doesnʼt just ride shotgun, but cheers you on at every turn. In Sheʼs Not Just Along for the Ride: A Journey With My Biggest Fan, Keith Thorn invites readers into a heartfelt, humorous, and deeply personal memoir of love rediscovered later in life. Read More

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She’s Not Just Along for the Ride: A Journey With My Biggest Fan


When I’m Gone

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The Story Behind the Silence

The Story Behind the Silence is a deeply personal memoir that weaves through love, loss, and the long road to healing. Written as a legacy of truth for those who may never hear it in person, the book invites readers into the soul of a father reckoning with his past, reflecting on hard-earned wisdom, and learning that forgiveness—of others and of self—is often the truest act of love.Read More

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What I Hope You Remember

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Lessons, Letters, and Life From a Man Who Chose the Long Road to Here

In this deeply honest and soulfully written collection, Keith Thorn offers a lifetime of wisdom shaped by pain, redemption, love, and grace. What I Hope You Remember is a series of heartfelt reflections and letters—written to his children, to his younger self, to the reader, and to the people he’s loved and lost along the way.Read More

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What I Hope You Remember: Lessons, Letters, and Life From a Man Who Chose the Long Road to Here


Receiving It Forward

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What Pride Won’t Say

A Quiet Journey into Letting Help In, Letting Legacy Out, and Living with Meaning

Some lessons come in whispers. Others in worn tools, folded flags, or the quiet presence of someone who showed up when it mattered most. In Receiving It Forward, Keith Thorn shares heartfelt reflections and real-life stories that invite readers to embrace humility, grace, and the art of accepting help as an act of strength—not weakness. Read More

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Receiving It Forward: What Pride Won’t Say: A Memoir About Grace, Gratitude, and the Quiet Strength of Accepting Help When It’s Needed Most


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