During my journey as a writer, motivator, and martial artist, I meet some of the most incredible people. I could have a page just about all of those who have inspired, motivated, or encouraged me along the way. None do I take for granted. I know that people are placed in my life for a… Read More When You SHOULD Quit
You, like many people, might be fooled into thinking that you are just an average or ordinary person. I disagree. You may be living an average life (and that can be changed), but you are far from being ordinary or average. Every inch of you, right down to the tiny specs of color in your… Read More Create a Powerful Life
I went to a concert with my son the other evening. It’s not what you think. It wasn’t a rock band or some pop music gig, but a concert band made up of percussion, various horns, and drums, just like a marching band. The theme was holiday songs, and the reason we were there is… Read More Transformed
What ignites your imagination? What fire burns deep within your heart? What is your passion, your mission, or your vision? Whatever the answers are, do not let them wane. Do not douse them with complacency. Find a way to take hold of them, control them, and keep them burning. These are good flames. They are the… Read More Brave Your Fires
ORDER YOURS TODAY! http://themartialartswoman.storenvy.com/ or on Amazon in the books section! THE MARTIAL ARTS WOMAN Book I am so pleased to announce the launch of my book, The Martial Arts Woman! Full of martial art insights, everyday motivation, interesting stories, inspirations, and more, this book can be enjoyed by everyone. There are 30 contributors ranging… Read More ORDER YOUR COPY! The Martial Arts Woman book
It is not a coincidence that opposites attract. Colors on opposite ends of the spectrum look miraculously wonderful together. Different personalities in relationships complement each other. The sky and the earth are worlds apart, and yet they blend together effortlessly. Almost everything has an opposite. Happy and sad. Right and wrong. Light and dark. Up… Read More From Struggle to Strength
There is a storm always brewing, isn’t there? The recent hurricane in Florida and other coastal areas is a perfect example of how storms form, and follow unpredictable paths. They create stress and anxiety for our safety, or the safety of our loved ones. We try to anticipate what will happen, but we cannot. Thankfully,… Read More The Storm
For a limited time, Pre-Orders are available for the soon-to-be-released book, The Martial Arts Woman, by Andrea Harkins! Follow the link below if you would like to pre-order! Scroll down and you will see the “pay now” buttons to pay for a Pre-Ordered copy. Even if you are not ready to purchase, read the amazing… Read More The Martial Arts Woman book! Pre-Order NOW
An action is an act that one consciously wills and that may be characterized by physical or mental activity. You may be called to action in a physical or a mental sense. A martial art is one example of both. It challenges you physically and mentally. Being kind is a call to action. Volunteering is one, too.… Read More Success Takes Action
If not for my instructor, I would never realize how much potential I have. Every day you change lives. You may not always recognize that, but as an instructor, or a school owner, you are molding the future of your students. It is not the same as waving a magic wand, because that would be… Read More Martial Art Instructors Change Lives
