Most kids growing up in Northside Richmond knew there were only three ways to “make it out” – balling, rapping, or selling drugs. George Johnson went another way. With unwavering dedication, a little business savvy, and a lot of hard work, he found himself at the helm of several businesses and multiple six-figure income streams by his early twenties. He became a lighthouse for family and friends, providing both an example and a means for many to rise above the challenges of the inner city.
But along with the lofty highs have come many crushing lows—backstabbing family members, future-crippling injuries, being indicted by the U.S. government … and even those weren’t the worst.
Now, with his new memoir "Double Crossed", George is breaking down mental health stigmas in his community and shedding light on the importance of rejecting norms of violence and turmoil in order to prioritize yourself and your mental wellness
