Step Back from the Baggage Claim [Paperback]

Jason Barger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 25, 2008

Ever experienced the way small moments impact our lives? Ever wanted to participate in a movement to change our world? Step back, Be Still, Share Compassion, Live Gratefully. Today, travel gracefully along your path! Step Back from the Baggage Claim. Jason Barger spent seven straight days flying 6,548 miles to seven different cities living only in the airports the entire time. He studied 10,000 minutes of observations at all four corners of the U.S. and reflected on how our airport experiences can teach us about our lives TODAY. The airport metaphor leaps to life through profound anecdotes about an orphanage in Mexico, a summer camp in Ohio, bamboo, the homeless, climbing Mt. Everest, a hotdog grill, and much more. The funny and inspiring stories remind us how to change our daily world through thoughtful and compassionate action! Join the movement.

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"It's evidently contagious." - New York Times --New York Times, Dec. 2, 2008

About the Author

Before taking off to sleep in airports and observe human behavior, Jason Barger led 1,700 people to construct 125 houses internationally for families living in poverty. He also implemented the Streets Mission Project to serve the homeless on the streets of Columbus, Ohio. As the former director of First Community Church s Camp Akita, he designed programming focused on living with joy, love, compassion, faith, and service for over 1,900 campers per summer. Jason is a graduate of Denison University, where he served as Captain of the men s basketball team, and then received certification from Georgetown University in Nonprofit Executive Management. In 2004, he was one of five people in Columbus, Ohio, to receive a Jefferson Award, a national award given to ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Today, Jason, his wife Amy, and their two sons, Will and Benton, live in Columbus, Ohio. Jason is an author, consultant, angel advocate, servant-leader, creativity coach, and respected speaker. When not spending time on those things, he is cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes football team and leaving the door open for the next opportunity to serve . . .

Product Details

• Paperback: 134 pages
• Publisher: One Love Publishers (September 25, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0615226663
• ISBN-13: 978-0615226668
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #578,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Must-read for your daily journey..., April 21, 2009

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Larry Bond (Amanda, Ohio USA) - See all my reviews
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Step Back From the Baggage Claim is a must-read, not just for air travelers, but for all of us as we journey through life. Jason Barger employs stories, quotes and accounts of experiences to put forth simple truths and easy tips for making our lives better. By applying just a few easy responses to stressful situations, we can put ourselves in a better place.
SBFTBC starts a little slow, but quickly grows into a charming little read. It is an easy read, only about 120 pages, and will leave you feeling better than when you began. Most readers will want to re-examine how they live their lives and serve others. WARNING: You will want to buy copies to hand out to friends!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Step back and enjoy the self discovery!, January 21, 2009

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This author has passed on a gift to create more love and meaning into one's life. It reminds us to step back, reflect, enjoy and transform. Jason has accepted a wonderful job from God. It's called his purpose. And, he shares his calling in this book. I, too, had a family member endure the battle of cancer. And, in that pain of loss, I discovered my spirit. My consciousness to find meaning in everyday life. I smiled through your book, Jason. You invite your readers to change their lives.
I read your book in the skies, it's a quick read. And, it had me thinking about all the times that I have stepped back from the "Baggage claim" of life and benefitted from making a connection to another human being.
Here's my Refrigerator Man! When you find out when someone in your family has cancer. You find out that everyone has a sister, father, mother, brother experiencing the same situation. One day while flying, I was saying good-bye to my passengers. I noticed this lady, wearing a scarf, slowly making her way up the aisle. Her Chemo had taken a toll on her. Tears swelled in my eyes as I said to her, "My Mom has cancer too." She reached over and gave me a hug. I embraced her. She whispered in my ear, "I hope she makes it." For a moment, I allowed her to feel whole, a woman, a caregiver. Amazing, here she was giving me comfort. As she walked away, I whispered to God, "Bless her." What a powerful MOMENT in my life. From time to time, I think of her and thank her for that connection.
Thank you for reminding me to find meaning in EVERY MOMENT by living it with consciousness.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Changing the lens in which we view the world, January 19, 2009

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Brooks Matthews (Charleston, SC) - See all my reviews
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This book not only inspired me to look at my behavior in airports but it also had a big impact on the lens for which I view the world. Barger does a wonderful job of articulating his message in a clear and simple manner. By slowing down each day and looking at how we interact with each other, we can change the world... interaction by interaction. A wonderful book and a must read if you are looking to make a difference.