Recommended Books & Media

My background and career for 25+ years has been as a university professor, so sharing reading material and other media is just what I do. Below I want to share with you some of the resources I have come upon. In this post I want to begin the practice of sharing my recommendations for books, articles, podcasts and other material that I have found helpful and/or encouraging. I invite members of our Zen Brother-hood to contribute your own recommendations to this initial list.

Books & Other Media for a Popular (“Non-academic”) Audience

The Invisible Ache: Black Men Identifying Their Pain and Reclaiming Their Power by Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith

Self-Care for Black Men: 100 Ways to Heal and Liberate (Self-Care for Black Men Series) by Jor-El Caraballo

Mindful Meditations for Black Men Restorative Practices to Soothe Mind, Body, and Spirit by Jor-El Caraballo

Affirmations and Self-Care for Black Men: Positive Affirmations for Money, Health, Confidence & Healing with 13 Powerful Self-Care Practices (The Black Men’s Mental Wellness Series)

The Mental Health Mixtape for Black Men: Holistic Workbook and Journal With Activities To Improve Wellness and Alleviate Depression and Anxiety for Black Men Who Want To Do the Work

Mental Health Journal for Black Men: Prompts and Practices to Prioritize Yourself and Work on Your Well-Being by Ryan K. Grace LMHC

Black Men and Mental Health: Practical Solutions by Nashira Kayode