Book excerpt: The journey of life is essentially a leadership endeavor that is full of adventure, aspirations, and uncertainties. To complete this journey successfully, it is imperative to understand and utilize the principles of life. If we apply these principles and insights, we may live a life of peace, productivity, and prosperity. In our schools and colleges, we study different subjects, but ironically, no school teaches us about life. It is essential to understand who we are and what are we here for. An awareness of our relationship with self and our world can help us to understand which forces of nature work for and against us and how we can use them to our advantage. Written by Mohit Tomar, a leadership trainer, When Journey Becomes the Goal provides a clear understanding of the fundamentals of life and how personal leadership can enable us to live on a higher plane.