Crazy”—a term that Hines uses to represent the internal voices shaped by our fears and comparisons. Rather than viewing these voices as mere negatives, she reframes them as integral parts of her journey toward self-acceptance and empowerment. Hines notes, "I used to think becoming meant finally having everything figured out. What I learned is that becoming can look like changing your mind, starting over, laughing at what used to make you cry and choosing yourself—even when somebody else thinks you're crazy for doing it."
Hines recounts her memorable dating experiences, the connections made in coffee houses, and the joy of solo adventures that contributed to her self-discovery. Each story illustrates a larger question: Who are we becoming when we choose to step out from the shadows of others' expectations?
In her process of reinvention, Hines conceived the
C.R.A.Z.Y. Method, encapsulating her approach to personal growth. The acronym stands for:
- - Challenge the narrative: Question the stories you tell yourself.
- - Reclaim your power: Take control of your narrative and choices.
- - Accept yourself: Embrace who you are without conditions.
- - Zero in on what brings you joy: Focus on activities and goals that result in happiness.
- - You choose what comes next: Empower yourself to dictate your path forward.
CRAZY Won't Leave Me Alone marks the beginning of Hines' planned
CRAZY trilogy, which also includes her forthcoming books:
CRAZY Is Working Overtime: A Memoir About Success, Being Seen, and Finally Defining Enough for Myself and
CRAZY, Everybody Can't Come: What I Learned About Giving, Boundaries, and the People We Let In. Each book promises to tackle different facets of life, allowing readers to glean wisdom from her journey.
Hines' voice resonated through the pages of her first book, reflecting her belief that the process of becoming is often painful yet liberating. "Crazy didn’t disappear when I started changing my life. She just stopped automatically getting the microphone," she asserts, signaling her newfound authority over her self-narrative.
As an author, speaker, and storyteller, Hines is committed to exploring themes of curiosity, courage, and the transformative power of connection. Her work spans across genres, including fiction and children’s literature, touching on relationships, identity, and the challenges of reinvention.
CRAZY Won't Leave Me Alone will be published by TJP Publications with an ISBN-13 of
979-8-9978066-0-6. Hines is currently available for interviews, podcasts, and public appearances to discuss her book and the themes within it. Review copies, author photographs, and high-resolution book-cover images are available on request, offering a glimpse into the author's journey of self-discovery and the humorous, insightful perspective she brings to her writing.
If you are keen to explore the world of self-reinvention and the complex interactions between our past and future, stay tuned for the release of Susan H Hines'
CRAZY Won't Leave Me Alone—a book that promises not just laughs, but vital insights into the heart of being human.