Baby Read this! This one just feels good!
I sat back and hugged this book when I finished… And I forgot to mention the great @professor_crunk blurbed this because y’all know Eloquent rage lives rent free in my head!
What a collection of feels! Lawddd I felt seen in so many instances… she made me want to pick up my pen 😩😩😩and I don’t say that often 🫢
#embracevulnerability #bookrecommendations #booksbyblackauthors #wellreadblackgirl #newrelease
Synopsis:
As an antiracism educator and writer leading through America’s cycles of racial unrest, Austin Channing Brown reached a crossroads. “I love my work,” she writes, “and I am tired. We are tired. Tired of protesting. Tired of ‘saving democracy.’ Tired of educating and explaining.” She began to ask, “What do I deserve, not just as a citizen but as a human?”
Full of Myself answers that question. Weaving personal narrative with perceptive social commentary, Brown offers a look at the mechanisms that limit who Black women are allowed to be—at work, at home, in community—and the defining moments when she decided that self-possession is the justice work she had been made to undervalue. From skinny-dipping in the ocean to becoming a mom, she delves into the drama of life and invites listeners to begin defining themselves not as empty vessels to improve the world, but as a people born free in spirit, in hope, in joy.
For Black women seeking to understand the true roots of their burnout, or for anyone wondering what it means to live joyfully in a hostile world, Full of Myself is a breath of fresh air and an invitation to full humanity.
Austin Channing Brown's Full of Myself is more than a memoir; it is a profound exploration of Black womanhood and the journey toward reclaiming identity and joy amidst systemic challenges. Brown shares candid moments and reflections that resonate deeply with readers, especially Black women battling burnout from constant social and racial advocacy. The book highlights how society often undervalues Black women's contributions and the emotional labor they carry, at work, home, and in community. The chapters convey themes of vulnerability, resilience, and radical self-love. From intimate stories like skinny-dipping and motherhood to confronting exhaustion and societal expectations, Brown encourages embracing full humanity. The narrative also touches on topics such as racialized work dynamics, the impact of microaggressions, and the struggle to balance activism with personal well-being. Readers are invited to see these stories as part of a collective experience that validates their feelings and encourages healing. Notably, Brown's inclusion of experiences related to hair, identity, and body autonomy presents an authentic look at the intersections of race and gender. The book’s segmentation into moments of joy, struggle, and self-acceptance aligns with the OCR content referencing topics like “hair store,” “solidarity,” and “power,” symbolizing the layers of Black female identity. This honest portrayal fosters a sense of community and prompts readers to consider self-possession not just as a personal goal but a form of justice. Full of Myself serves as both a mirror and a guide. It acknowledges the exhaustion many feel in perpetually fighting for racial justice yet offers a hopeful invitation to live joyfully and freely. Brown’s writing style—eloquent yet accessible—makes the book applicable to anyone seeking to understand burnout's roots and pursue healing. This powerful collection complements Brown’s role as an antiracism educator by bringing readers into the conversation about redefining worth and embracing vulnerability. Overall, this book recommendation is perfect for those looking to embrace vulnerability (#embracevulnerability), find insightful #bookrecommendations, support #booksbyblackauthors, or connect with communities like #wellreadblackgirl. It stands out as a new release worth picking up for its emotional depth, cultural relevance, and inspiring message of freedom and joy.
Might check this book out, I need something to make me feel less burnt out lately fr