It's brave to author a book, in today's world, that professes to bring about peaceful living. It's especially courageous if you happen to be a Black Belt Martial artist. But that's exactly what Dr. Michael R. Foley has accomplished, and he has done a fine job of it. Teaching us the fight that leads to peace, the art of gentle power, and how to punch and kick and still be kind, Dr. Foley takes us on a journey of paradoxes that ultimately show us tangible, accessible ways to create peace--within ourselves and outside ourselves with people we encounter every day.His focus is on our children, the leaders of tomorrow, and how important it is to ensure that they learn the power of love and respect--beginning with themselves. While he embraces the value of physical skills, Dr. Foley believes that these skills become more valuable when students learn to enhaance their mental skills as well, creating a balance between the two. Without self-esteem and an expression of understanding toward other human beings, physical skills do nothing to help create a peaceful world. Without the ability to learn and live with mutual respect, our children are destined to suffer the same obstacles to peace that have plagued humankind for generations.With captivating photos of children of all ages practicing their forms--both girls and boys--Dr. Foley opens the door to a fresh perspective on the martial arts. It is one that will intrigue you and make you wish that you were one of the children in the photos, just now stepping out into the world with the greatest weapon of all--your mind.