How Joshua Learns to "M.A.N. U.P.". A Conversation with Coach Lonell About Holding in Your Feelings or Acting Them Out

How Joshua Learns to Man Up is a story of courage and determination to find the right path in a neighborhood of crime and uncertainties. Born and raised in Compton, Joshua grew up in a family that cherished values and friendships and he seems to have it all. He is the apple of his mother's eyes, beloved by his brothers, and by ninth grade, he was once a key player in varsity basketball team, and currently the captain of his high school football team, achieving heights in athletics that kids his age could merely dream about. Determined to not only make his mother proud, he gives his all to achieve his dreams. Coach Lonell has spent several years coaching high school kids with immense athletics. He knows and treats each of his players as a father. On the night that Joshua first encountered the cops and his life seemed to change forever, Coach Lonell knows he must use his fatherly wisdom to save his star student from going down. It's a personal story of how, in five simple steps, a young boy who feels rejected by everyone he loves, and on the brink of destruction, discovers how to take control of his emotions, channel his anger rightly, reclaim his story, and embrace the power of positive thoughts and the human will to rewrite destiny. In this beautiful story of courage and survival, the outcry is: Let It All Out! It's Okay to Cry. But after that, what's next? About the Author: Sherman Lee Mitchell II has a rich understanding of both organizational theories and human behavior, which led him to attain a Doctor of Psychology with an emphasis in Organizational Management and Consulting, a Master of Public Administration, a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, and Bachelor's degree in Sociology with an emphasis in criminology and corrections. Dr. Mitchell has worked in the nonprofit sector for more than 20 years, working with youth and young adults through various Los Angeles County facilities, such as the Regional Center, Probation Department and the Department of Children and Family Services. His professional background includes nonprofit founder, operations director, corporate administrator, Board of Directors' member and campus director of a short-term residential juvenile treatment facility, supervising more than 80 employees.