Gary Manuel 
Black in the Box Mentality 

The birth of his IVF miracle baby born at 23 weeks 5-day gestation and weighing less than 1 pound has inspired the author to write a step-by-step heartfelt guide. Which has been included in this book, leading people to credit repair and an easier life based on the author’s own experiences. Follow the journey of a black male with ADHD, some substance abuse, bouts of depression and suicidal thoughts in his youth to eventually defeating THE BLACK IN THE BOX MENTALITY. "The Box" has crept into most suburban youth of all nationalities, but the author debunks this victimization mentality in hopes of saving lives by defusing police encounters and kicking substance abuse. He shares how using his developed running back football skills helped him to earn his way onto a couple of college football teams, how to acquire multiple properties, and learning uncommon hands-on lessons to achieve the American dream. The theme of his journey is modest and frugal means to achieving wealth.