The Time Is Now.

A stunning debut and inspirational collection of personal stories and lessons that will spark change within you and transform how you contribute to the world.

Arshay Cooper believes in bringing people together, seeking out opposing ideas to collaborate and find consensus rather than focusing on differences and “othering.” In Let Me Be Real with You, he reflects on his personal journey—from the trials he faced as a young Black boy from the West Side of Chicago to finding international recognition as an athlete and philanthropist—sharing insights to guide you on your own journey. These stories beam with brilliance and resilience and will help you navigate difficulties and challenges with grace, awareness, hope, and even humor, and fortify your commitment to a life lived in service to others without sacrificing your own self-care. 

For the first time, Cooper reveals the eight essential tenets of wellness and teaches us all how to incorporate them into our daily lives for a holistic plan for growth, healing, self-discovery. Wherever you are on life’s journey, Let Me Be Real with You offers the tools you need to transform your mindset, change your life, and find the courage to “do it afraid."