5Have you ever wished you could go back and talk to your 20-year-old self? What wisdom would you impart?

20 Things I Wish I Knew At 20 is an insightful window into Roy Merchant's philosophies and wisdom as he reflects on how he could enrich the life of his 20-year-old self to change the course of his life. Touching on subjects such as race, Black heritage and history, self-esteem, relationships and life, Roy harnesses his 70 years of wisdom to educate, inspire and empower.

20 Things I Wish I Knew At 20 takes us on a journey of the things that make us human, unique and wonderful. It is a beautifully crafted and well-researched piece of work that does not preach but gives you an insight into alternative options and routes that life could take.

It's a beautiful story of getting old without realising it and using all we have learnt to empower our younger selves.

In an exquisite prayer, he asks that we pray for a better life on Gaia.