You Don't Know Crazy -
My Life Before, During, After, Above, and Beyond Mental Illness
Wambui signs books at Hue-Man Book Store
in New York CityIn You Don’t Know Crazy, Wambui Bahati shares her incredible journey through mental illness, self-discovery, and survival. Born and raised in the segregated South, Wambui details her struggles with bipolar disorder, homelessness, and the stigma of mental illness. From a Broadway star to a welfare mom, she faced unimaginable hardships, but through determination and faith, she found her way back to a life filled with purpose and peace. This deeply personal and inspirational memoir touches on self-esteem, courage, and the importance of reclaiming your life, offering readers hope and insight into mental health recovery.
WHY DID YOU REVISE YOUR BOOK?
WHY DID YOU REVISE YOUR BOOK?
I removed what was called "Part 2: Lessons I Learned Along the Way." I am still very proud of my book, and my journey is still the same—a story I am blessed to share.
But life has a way of showing you new truths, and as I reflect on my journey, I realize that many of those "lessons" in the second part no longer resonate with who I am today. Over the years, my beliefs have shifted. What once seemed like the best advice now feels distant, as though I was offering solutions that didn't fully encompass the real answer to peace and healing.
The original version of the book still sells on:
📚 REVIEWS 📖
"I have to admit that I had never heard of this person prior to reading her book. However, through her story "You don't Know Crazy" I have come to admire Wambui Bahati . . . This book is written in an honest and often extremely funny way. The author obviously chooses to express herself through humor and this was quite inspiring. She retells her story and as she describes the hell that she went through, I could actually feel myself in her shoes - living it in my own head and heart . . . This was an excellent read".
- www.bookshipper.blogspot.com
. . . "You Don't Know Crazy" provides a frank look at aspects of mental illness that people have been avoiding for years. Author Wambui Bahati . . . uses the knowledge and insight she gained to reach out not only to people suffering from Bipolar disorder but also to those suffering from depression, mania and any other disorder that negatively affects their daily life. Her story is heartwarming, and readers will find comfort in following her through her trials and the strength that she eventually discovered . . .
- By R. Malove
