I was born and raised in what we refer to as the hood, the great city of East Saint Louis, the city of champions. I'm writing not because I'm a writer, nor because I need money. But, I'm writing this book because I needed to share with you something that changed many lives including mine. However, most people take it to the grave with them. Not because it is a secret, nor are they hiding it. Most didn't share and coach others because it is a calling and a gift that most are fearful of. It requires time, dedication, passion and most importantly, transparency. You must be real and straight up as you lead. No one wants to willingly re-live every traumatic, painful, dark, ugly, sickening, and despiteful experience that occurred in their life just to try to help someone they don't even know or someone that may not even care enough to listen. I know this because I have done the same severally. However, God gave me grace and mercy to live through my trauma, which also gifted me with the ability to tell my story. Prayerfully, I will be able to coach you in your journey to greatness through my pain.THE OVERCOMER CREED I refuse to lay down in the failures of life beaten down and hang ups. I am powerful and strong. Hercules does not have anything on me for he was born strong with no life experiences. I am the overcomer the one who has slapped defeat dead in the mouth and walked forward with my head held high. My life hard comings have made me strong and I'm victorious at all the battles that come up against me. The Dominion is mine and weakness is not an option, but power, love, and a sound mind. Watch me fly, fly to the highest heights. Glory to God that I did not die but I have risen above my night and the brighter day has come to sight. Praise to God the glorious Light of my life. We as young adults must live a life that is very difficult but not impossible. The Impossible is possible for that is what we call Faith, and our Bishops have instilled this in us often. So, I ask that you say this with me with power and conviction. THE REST OF MY LIFE WILL BE THE BEST OF MY LIFE (Repeat x3)