Go Higher by Big Sean Summary
Overview of Go Higher
Hip-hop icon Big Sean's instant bestseller transforms personal struggles into five life-changing practices. Endorsed by Will Smith and Deepak Chopra, this raw memoir-meets-guide reveals how a platinum artist contemplated suicide despite fame - offering readers a blueprint for authentic mental wellness.
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From Struggle to Spiritual Awakening: A Rapper's Journey
When Big Sean rapped for Kanye West in a radio station hallway, he couldn't have imagined the spiritual journey ahead. Beyond the platinum records and sold-out shows lies a more profound transformation - one that's resonating far beyond hip-hop circles. This isn't just another success story. It's a raw exploration of how meditation, journaling, and spiritual practice transformed a Detroit kid's life from depression to enlightenment. The vulnerability is striking - as Beyonce reportedly told her team, "This is exactly what the culture needs right now - vulnerability from someone we least expected it from." Through Sean's journey, we discover that true success isn't measured by fame or fortune but by inner peace and purpose.
Embracing Reality and Crafting Your Path Forward
Persistence and Trusting Your Inner Voice
Manifesting Through Alignment
The Daily Practices That Transform
Living a Legacy Worth Passing On
The Journey of Self-Discovery
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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