Dr. Shari Andrews never set out to become a best-selling author, but once her book was selected for a Times Square billboard feature, it became clear that something significant had been set in motion. Her debut release, Find Your Pulse, is a personal revelation that is encouraging women, especially Black mothers and professionals, to reconnect with their truth and approach life with intention.
What began as a deeply personal journey has gradually evolved into a public mission. At the heart of her book is a message to embrace resilience, reclaim authenticity, and challenge the myth of perfection. The success of her book, now a bestseller recognized nationally and featured on platforms like The Chundria Brownlow Show and the Nothing To Fear Podcast, has further broadened her reach. The feature highlighted both her personal growth and professional legacy, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the woman behind the words.
For Dr. Shari, writing was never about creating a brand; it was about releasing the pressure to maintain a perfect image. Sharing parts of her life, her struggles, and her insights became a way to release tension, one that opened doors for new opportunities and personal breakthroughs. As a doctor, mother, coach, and fashion brand creator, she wore many roles, but adding “author” helped bring everything full circle. Her vulnerability did not diminish her; it expanded her influence and strengthened her community.
That sense of community became evident in meaningful ways. The hospital where she works took notice of her book, giving her story a local significance that extended beyond the pages. Colleagues saw a new side of her—not the one in a lab coat, but the one who had experienced pressure, growth, and healing. The humanization of her image allowed others to feel more comfortable being vulnerable, sparking a ripple effect of connection. She was also invited to deliver a TEDx-inspired public speaking engagement at the same hospital, marking another key milestone in her journey.
“People don’t connect with perfection,” Dr. Shari says. “They connect with truth.”
And it is that truth that continues to guide her. Being vulnerable, she says, does not mean exposing everything. It means sharing with intention, connection, and care. Selective sharing, not oversharing, has played a vital role in her journey, by thoughtfully choosing what to share and when, she has created space for healing, both for herself and for those reading her story. Releasing control over how she was perceived allowed her to access a more authentic version of herself, and others responded similarly.
Find Your Pulse is now being featured in the Young Artist Academy Award gift bags, offering tools for self-growth and resilience to families of aspiring youth. Though the book is accessible to all readers, its most significant audience may be parents, especially mothers, who are shaping the next generation. Her Juneteenth speaking engagement also marked a meaningful moment of public liberation, as she spoke about the importance of self-liberation and freedom from shame.
Dr. Shari’s reaction to becoming a bestseller was filled with humility. “You hear other people’s stories, and it sounds almost surreal,” she said. “Now, the surreal is real, and I’m witnessing a version of myself I didn’t expect.”
The book launch was a celebration, not just of achievement, but of alignment. Her best friend reflected during the event that Dr. Shari had seamlessly connected her life’s work, creating a platform that brought together all aspects of her identity. From point A to point Z, she realized that the journey is rarely a straight line. There are pivots, hesitations, and doubts, including the quiet but persistent question she faced before publishing: “Do I really want to release this?”
In the end, the answer was yes—not because everything was perfect, but because the timing felt right. Dr. Shari hopes readers walk away with this truth: success is not about perfection. It is about finding your pulse, adapting, and shifting under pressure instead of remaining stagnant. “You can’t balance a stack of plates on your head by standing still,” she shares. “You have to move.”
Today, she no longer defines success by boxes checked or people pleased. Instead, she leads with peace, purpose, and fulfillment. Her advice to working mothers, aspiring authors, and women in medicine is clear: “Give yourself permission to pursue and achieve your dreams. You have to move even when scared and uncertain. Your purpose doesn’t wait for perfection.”
Dr. Shari Andrews is just beginning. With her voice, her truth, and her growing platform, she is inviting women everywhere to rise alongside her.
Follow her journey and discover the transformative message behind Find Your Pulse, because growth often begins when you stop striving for perfection and start embracing truth.
