Shook One: Anxiety Playing Tricks on Me

I bought this for help with my own anxiety issues. This has explicit foul language and he shared pornagraphic aspects of his sex life. I returned it to Amazon. It gave me more anxiety. I would NOT recommend it.

If you listen to the Breakfast Club, the Brilliant Idiots Podcast or read his first book you have heard him speak about most of the things in the book already, but it was great to get the clinical information from each experience from he book.

from just me on November 30, 2018New Language Lesson For SureI purchased this as a gift. The language is so bad (hood--Street-gutter language.) I am returning it and refuse to give it to anyone. I flipped through the book to see if it was better after the first page. NO!!!! I don't like the aged slang for his race. Respect is important no matter what.

Super inspiring and VERY real.

Had never heard of CTG until I saw him on Dr. Oz. This book is so real, raw and honest. So much of the wisdom shared touched me. Mental health is a part of one's health and an honest conversation by someone not afraid to show their vulnerabilities, highs and lows is refreshing and a great dialogue starter.

I began listening to the Breakfast Club because of my husband. Initially, I hated the show. There was this one segment that particularly irked my nerves, The Donkey of the Day. But my husband (boyfriend at the time), told me to give the show a shot. You all know, The Donkey of the Day, is Charlamagne's segment. Over time, I actually became a fan of the show and Charlamagne himself. Now I haven't read Black Privilege even though it's been in our home since it was released. Hubby read it. When I heard Charlamagne wrote a book on mental health I was intrigued. On the show he is a major advocate of maintaining one's mental health. If you follow me, you know I make a special effort to read a book for my personal growth and mental health as I am diagnosed with Conversion Disorder. Starting in October, this book was constantly on my mind to read. So here I am completing it in November 2020 as my personal growth read.Brief Synopsis: Charlamagne takes his personal life experiences coupled with what he's learned by means of professional help to deal with his mental health issues, specifically PTSD. Yea, you read that correctly. Anyhow, this book is co-written with board certified psychiatrist, Dr. Ish Major in what they call a Clinical Correlation after Charlamagne provides his personal commentary. I thought this book was very raw and real. He addressed his failures without holding back while applauding his success. This book provides a very intimate look into the life of a Black Man trying to survive in America and the trauma that comes with it. He references Black Privilege a few times, which has increased my interest to read it. The question remains, is mental health issues really a thing? How is it affecting Black Men? Are our Black Men ready to honestly address it. You'll find a mix of hip-hop and movie homage being payed throughout this book. Are you ready to address if your mind is play tricks on you?What spoke to my soul: Protect your mental health, seek professional help if necessary. We carry so much, especially during this pandemic. It has not been easy. What healthy method are you using to protect your mental health? I read, meditate, and journal. So far, it has been enough for me. In the past I have been to therapy and even seen a psychiatrist. Remove the stigma associated with getting help. We go to a doctor for every other reason, why not for our brains?The second idea that spoke to my soul is to be mindful of those around you. Often there are cries for help that we totally miss being absorbed in our own worlds. Do your best with trying to recognize signs of someone crying out for help. They may not do what you want them to do, but you can have a clear conscience knowing you tried. You're only responsible for how you operate through life. You can't control someone else, but you can show that you care.I really wanted to read this book because Charlamagne speaks on his life experience growing up as a Jehovah's Witness. This appeals to me as I was raised as one myself and I currently practice after being away from it for 17 years. A topic I continue to contend with, but I'm coming closer to my truth I guess that would be the final idea that spoke to my soul, continue to pursue your own truth regardless of the cost.As Always,#HappyReadingTracey RobinsonWords For The Soul Book Club

This book is disappointing especially after loving his first book. He touches on the basics of mental health, how it effects him, and how others can be effected, but it’s a boring read. After trying to get thru it for a month & constantly losing interest, I’ll just move on...

I enjoyed this book a lot. Growing up in a poor environment and seeing a lot of harmful things as a child I could relate to this book. I love how he talks about dealing with a lot of topic which people (especially men) think to believe is normal but in truth shouldn’t be lived. Would definitely encourage all to read this

Bought as a gift for my boyfriend who enjoyed the first book so much - have been told this one is even better!

Brilliant.., my nephew loves it. Great price too .., although I’ve found Amazon do seem to increase their prices once you take an interest in an item.

Still reading this book, can’t put it down. I suffer from Anxiety and have found this book reassuring and educational with a hint of Charlamagne’s humour!

Great book! Good insight into anxiety & Charlemagne’s life. Great sections on including his therapist

Ordered this for my son's birthday. He was really happy with the book's condition and packaged to avoid damage. He is enjoying the author's writing and ordered another of this author's books.