Good read — Blog — Wendolyn Mars

Motivation is a beautiful and priceless thing to come about! My great friend Carlton Myrie aka CJ wrote this awakening gem of a read. He puts in perspective what we are doing wrong in our communities. He gives us a guide on ways to succeed and not be a typical statistic. I am so proud of him and his accomplishments. I know for a fact you all will take knowledge, encouragement and power from this book!

So let me give a slight overview of the read for you beautiful people . I want to keep it simple for you all, so that I won't be blamed for spilling it all. First off, this is the book for everyone. He purposely made it a book under 100 pages so that it is attainable for people to start and finish it all. This book is for people who hate to read, but very much want to succeed. Anyone can finish this read in about an hour, if not less straight through. Being totally honest, this is not your average sophisticated ass Robert Greene book, it is SO much better! CJ made it a priority to relate to our Urban community. You are into this book from beginning to end, simply because of the rawness inside of his messages. Using a little slang, lots wisdom, and guides this is a book I need everyone to have. At times we get discouraged with our dreams, or we become too content with life; we feel as if more is not necessary. CJ will give you the steps you need to learn to prioritize, sacrifice and succeed. This book was made for our youth and our OG's alike. I love the fact that so many of us can relate. This is a read that you want to share with everyone around. I need people to read this book, because I believe we all have that chip to be great. Are you ready to activate your chip yet?

All the chapters stick out to me, but here are a couple of my favorites. Chapter 7 "If you can't build with em', stop chilling with em". I enjoyed this one because it was a reminder to me, that I am allowed to distance myself from lifelong friends that are not doing anything productive. Hangouts are fine, but we have not reached our glory of success, no reason there should be more play than work. Next one is Chapter 13 Blood, Sweat and Years. This chapter instills in your head the importance of time, and dedication. Favorite thing he said in this chapter (being a work in progress on patience) was "Love, happiness and success comes with planning and patience." You have to able to work harder and want it more than any average person. This does not amount to all the other great things in this book, these just popped out more for me.

I gave CJ a simple interview on his book. Below I asked a few questions that may be helpful to you all, while learning a bit behind the man with the wonderful mind.

Wendy: What got this book started?

CJ: The spirits; seeing people I know with talent go to jail; running in the streets when young; spirits told me to move the culture

Wendy: What kept you going besides remembering why you started?

CJ: confidence and self worth; believe that you can achieve something; changing perspective.

Wendy: Top 3 highlights since you released your book?

CJ: Someone praying over me and giving me their blessings have not seen them 10-15 years, 13 year old boy made a video elaborating on "If you can't build with em' stop chilling with em', Parent asked me to go to their living room to talk to their kids.

Wendy: Whats Next?

CJ: Generate awareness; I do not fear messing up I do not fear failure I fear not trying.

I want to thank CJ again for motivating. For sticking through with this great accomplishment. You have already instilled things in my head that I will pass on and use for a lifetime. You are going to continue to grow and change lives everyday. Remain a man of faith, stay productive, stay hungry, and live life. It was an absoulte pleasure to be the first one to hear in depth about your story. Xo Remember to always Love and allow to be loved.

Contact

Book at 44thoughts.net (he even delivers to some people)

IG: @Casanova407_876

Facebook: CJ Myrie

Email: Carltonmyrie@yahoo.com