First published 2018
Charlamagne Tha God opens up about the fears that have driven him since childhood in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. The bestselling author and Breakfast Club cohost reveals how anxiety shaped his path from worrying about popularity and rejection to fearing he might fall into the stagnation that trapped friends and family in his hometown. Even after reaching national fame as a radio personality, he still battles thoughts about career limitations and personal inadequacy. He worries about being weak, failing as a father and husband, and not reaching his potential. Through conversations with mentors, show guests, and therapy sessions, Charlamagne works to transform these fears into fuel for advancement. He acknowledges that therapy and vulnerability create anxiety within the black community, which motivates him to share his truth. The book maps his strategy for converting fear into forward momentum and reaching higher levels of achievement.
Genres: psychology, mental-health, african-american, autobiography, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, vulnerability
Setting: Moncks Corner, South Carolina
288 pages · Kindle Edition · Atria Books
Content warnings: anxiety, depression, mental-illness