DeQuincy's Story -- A Choice to Make Meaning

Dr. DeQuincy Lezine is one of the storytellers in volume one of “Guts, Grit & The Grind," a book series akin to a “Chicken Soup for the Man’s Soul.” DeQuincy is a psychologist, a suicide attempt survivor and a professional speaker. He focuses on post-traumatic growth after a suicide crisis.

"I think it's really unique to have such a collection of men sharing their stories...things that are open, authentic, vulnerable...and how you transform that into strength," states DeQuincy in this interview about his role in the book.

In "Guts, Grit & The Grind" you will find stories of mental health challenges of men, written by men, for men in similar circumstances - inspiring stories of resilience, recovery and transformation. The resource is also a workbook, similar to an automobile owners manual, using car metaphors many men can relate to like "preventative maintenance," "troubleshooting," and "check engine." With a dash of humor and mental health science, tools, and exercises, our goal is to help men help themselves, to overcome hardship and build a life worth living. Guts, Grit & The Grind is an anthology, or collection of stories about men overcoming incredible emotional hardship and share their lessons learned.