"A collection of stories and incidents from my journey in martial arts, self-protection, Policing, and life as a whole that give insight into how I came to be where I am today." - Jay Cooper Jay Cooper, known as "The Hound," is a seasoned law enforcement veteran, martial arts instructor, and bouncer with over 35 years of experience and five black belts in various disciplines. He offers an engaging video training series called "Reality Check"on self-protection and the responsible use of force, distilling his real-world knowledge into practical guidance. Beyond his martial arts expertise, Jay emphasizes a holistic approach to life, aiming to empower individuals to express themselves honestly. He draws from the wisdom of martial arts legends he's trained with, providing valuable insights for navigating challenging situations With the success of Reality Check, many people have been curious as to his background and training and so to provide better insight he decided to write a book. It isn't an autobiography, but it has autobiographical aspects as Jay shares some of the encounters and experiences that provided those lessons that helped him grow. So much that he has gained over the years is from what he has done wrong as much as what he did right! Whether you are interested in combat, training or simply finding a way to get through life a bit easier, this book will definitely give some food for thought ....with a few laughs along the way for good measure.