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I randomly found Andrea’s blog through Twitter about 6 months ago and was really intrigued by her writing. So much so that I reached out to her to see if she would like to write for my brand new site (I had no visitors, no incentive, no nothing). She accepted.Why? Because she’s as giving and encouraging as she portrays in her writing.Andrea’s blog stands out to me amongst the many I come across because she has no agenda other than wanting to help and inspire people.I’m not a martial arts woman or any kind of woman actually…but I find myself constantly learning and reflecting on her writing none the less. Each post is filled with personal stories of her successes and failures and how each has molded her into who she is today and how it can help mold you. Through her stories and experiences I was able to find an online stranger I can relate to…and learn that not every failure should be viewed as such. Now I call that stranger a friend, something I’m assuming you will be calling her before you know it. -David Lambert www.enhanceyourdojo.com
Like Andrea, I am a Martial Artist who is female. I enjoy being multifaceted. I embrace my femininity in a predominantly male dominated sport. Andrea has shown me how to keep balance in my life. Her blogs use great metaphors to teach me how to keep things in perspective. I admire the fact that she is nurturing to others, is very active within her Church, and is a great Mom and wife. She values family, as well as often gives back to her community. Andrea often helps me remain positive as she herself is very upbeat. I have always enjoyed her blogs, and podcasts. Much Respect for you Andrea!-Mary Moonen, Bradenton, Florida
The insights to life that Andrea possesses are always positive, inspirational, and useful in day-to-day life. You win just by reading!-A E Lane, Parrish, Florida
It is so wonderful to have discovered Andrea Harkin’s post’s which are very very inspiring. Andrea is a very gifted and talented writer that takes the principles of the martial arts and aligns them with real life lessons; in other words her positive approach to life comes from many years of martial arts training and the concepts that she’s learned helps the reader come to discover that through the martial arts they to can overcome life’s lessons whether someone is a beginner or if they have been training for many years in the martial arts can benefit from her writings because she covers many different subjects. I am honored to endorse such a wonderful person and martial artists that is helping and motivating many people to fulfill their dreams-sincerely Master Rodney S.Dillard 5th Dan in the Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do. Mesa Arizona
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Andrea,
I am so positive that your book is going to be a huge success because your blogs are just purely inspirational. I can’t wait for the book to be published and others may enjoy your talents as a writer as well. You have a gift to get people to be happy and bring joy to their day. They will find that you are a real, genuine person who cares about life.
Thank you, Marlene! I really do care, so let’s see how it all plays out with the book. Either way, I’ll be a published book author for the first time, and that will be a big personal achievement and success for me.
Andrea Harkins is SIMPLY inspirational to me. I am totally positive that she is that way for others as well. She is wife, a mom, a Martial Artist, a writer and SO more. And I know she is far from done with her accomplishments in Life. More to come. First the book!!! Yes!!!
That’s so very kind, Jon. thank you very much.
Super nice!
Yes…you are one of the most “super nice” people I’ve ever met 🙂