MY PREVIOUS LIFE STORY
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Update 9/30/25: I would return to Grubhub several times since this post. In fact, at the time of this update, I am working for Grubhub full time. The money is pretty good as of 9/30/25. How did I go from washing dishes to delivering food? Well, I’m always looking for a way to keep my … Read more
Update 9/30/25: To this day, I haven’t seen any point in doing a writing contest. I would rather find other ways to make money with my writing. Have you ever heard of Sonia Sanchez, Leila Springer, or Brad Felver? Chances are you haven’t and neither have I. They are all winners of writing contests that … Read more
Update 9/30/25: Prison is a joke. It’s supposed to reform a person. But prison does need to be changed and need a total rehaul. What will it take for true prison reform to occur? It seems as if people from all walks of life have struggled with unfair sentences, parole officers, and post-prison resources. Some … Read more
Update 9/30/25: I have to do a better job with strength training. I’ve been very inconsistent with this training since I’ve published this post. Everyone has dealt with pain before, but some people don’t understand how awful it really is to have to live with it on a day-to-day basis. There are plenty of stories … Read more
Update 9/30/25: I should mention that I am no nutritionist or dietician. But yeah, I still wash my fruit and veggies before I eat them. Clean eating generally refers to eating foods in their most natural state, however, today I want to make a new case. It has always been my understanding that most cancers … Read more
Update 9/30/25: I still believe that this post was beneficial. I learned these lessons from other people’s love life in the prison camp. Prison romance can be hard, especially if you’re having a difficult time adjusting to your partner being in prison. They’re even more difficult when you consider all the restrictions of a prison … Read more
Update 9/30/25: Prison healthcare is terrible. I suggest to anyone to make sure you have your health in order before going to prison. If you need a surgery, it could be a long wait. Yes, it’s free, but is it worth it? There is a stigma that implies prison healthcare is the best around. Everyone … Read more
Update 9/30/25: This was so true. Having these pictures in my desk area made my stay more manageable. Family photos and pictures, in general, can be used to uplift and encourage someone as well as and relive or review moments made in history. They are extremely beneficial to inmates for their well-being and positive development. … Read more
Update 10/01/25: Keeping up with the family is hard. But don’t force it. Remember the phone has two sides to it. Keeping in touch with family can be hard when you’re in prison. One of the hardest things about going to prison was not being able to see my family. I missed not being able … Read more
Update 10/01/25: I’m sure these suggestions will work for some people. But I highly suggest moving in with a parent. A lot has changed since this post. I have firsthand experience in housing advice since I had to work a low wage job post prison. I know how hard it is to find a decent … Read more
Update 10/01/25: I still do these suggestions. I hope the work for you as well. If you’re struggling to write, then you probably need help organizing your writing thoughts. There are many solutions available. Each solution is different for various people and some may work better than others depending on who you are. A lot … Read more
Update 10/01/25: I love this post. I still do all these suggestions in the post. My issue is inflammation, which is why the fatty acids worked so well for me. Naturally treating depression is an important treatment option for me. I’ve read about depression patients taking drugs to help ease the negative thoughts, but instead … Read more
Update 10/01/25: This was a while ago. I don’t feel this way anymore. But I’ll talk more about that on my new site http://www.pyerse.com. Many researchers say that one of the best ways to overcome depression and relieve stress is to be thankful. Although I’m not stressed or depressed today, I am thankful and grateful … Read more
Update 10/01/25: Total Wellness takes effort, planning, and patience. Black men, please give yourself grace. These things take time. Total wellness means being in overall good health. We usually try to obtain good health by exercising, eating right, and flushing out toxins. However, according to the National Wellness Institute, there are actually six dimensions or … Read more
Update 10/01/25: I’m getting better with my perfectionist mentality. I have been giving myself grace a lot. Mainly because being mad at things I can’t control only triggers asthma and inflammation. Over the years, I’ve noticed that my passion provokes my depression. They have come from my inability to obtain a goal or accomplish what … Read more
Update 10/01/25: I’m still very inconsistent with this. But this has been the best thing for my mental health. Journaling doesn’t seem like a manly thing to do. With movies like Bridget Jones’s Diary, it has been portrayed in mainstream media as a woman’s hobby. It also seems like something a young girl would do. … Read more
They say it takes at least twenty-one days to start a new habit and the same is true for getting into a routine writing habit. I know it’s not going to happen overnight and I also know it won’t stick if I’m only doing it for a week. However, in order to make sure it … Read more
Update 10/02/25: I still party solo on birthdays. I probably do something special on my 50th. But I like to be alone on my birthdays or go on a trip. Party Solo? Uh, that isn’t what any thirty-something or even forty-something really wants to do for their birthday. But as I get older, I’ve noticed … Read more
Update 10/02/25: Pen Pals are amazing in prison. I had a few. I had some family members and a good friend of mine. Do you know someone who has ever thought about becoming prison pen pals with an inmate? Depression and loneliness are serious matters for inmates, especially for those that don’t have supportive families. … Read more
Update 10/02/25: I’m glad I found this article. I remember using a lot of these to improve my focus and productivity. I had forgot about this. I’ll have to go back to it. When I do, I’ll discuss it on http://www.pyerse.com We all know that prisoner don’t eat the best meals or have the best … Read more
Update 10/02/25: Looking back at this post, I can’t believe I ate that food. I mean, I was good, but super unhealthy. Would you ever think, food contamination and depression could be linked? I definitely didn’t think they were until I read a post about a cook in a prison kitchen who encountered packaged chicken … Read more
Update 10/02/25: Every day! However, I’m learning I should write every day and publish or post whenever it’s done. I think I confused posting every day and writing every day. Every blog writer has a goal of writing every day, but it’s challenging. Writing every day can be difficult when you’re not focused, but even … Read more
Update 10/02/25: Reading was my pre-game for writing. I need to come back to this. It’s a statement recited multiple times to young children; reading is fundamental. Many writers hear something similar. It is said that reading makes you a better writer. In a previous post, I detail why reading is important and how it … Read more
Update 10/02/25: I still like these suggestions. However, I write from the heart now. Inspiration can come by the simplest things in life. If we take the time to truly observe all that is around us our situations will become our own writing prompts. Instead of searching for lists of prompts and saving them to … Read more
There are many professions that require lifelong learning in order to maximize their skills and previous educational knowledge. As times change, their professions must stay updated on things like new laws, new policies, and new scientific discoveries. A continuous education is needed for writers too. Although writing doesn’t have aspects that change, authors can forget … Read more
It’s Flu season and I have Flu remedies! Although most people are fearful during this time of year, I am not. Most people get the Flu shot and others don’t. Today’s post isn’t about whether or not you should get it or even where to go if you do get one. I figure there are … Read more
Accepting depression can be hard. Depression affects many people in world, but most try to hide their symptoms from family and friends. It makes people feel embarrassed knowing their feelings can bring others down. Their solution is to stay at home, curled up in a ball drowning in their depressive thoughts. According to Inscribmag.com, depression … Read more
After you’ve been convicted of a crime and serve time in jail, it’s a difficult and sometimes heartbreaking journey to becoming employed. In this article, you will find valuable job hunting resources for felons. I have compiled a list of books, websites, and videos that deal specifically with those who have re-entered society from prison. … Read more
If you can’t live your best life, then live your best life locally until you can. Just because you can’t jet set to another state or country and turn up doesn’t mean that you can’t live your best life locally. I believe there are levels of living your best life and your local best life … Read more
The number one issue for newly released inmates is surviving financially. It’s extremely difficult to find a job and/or housing with a criminal record because of employer discrimination. While there are multiple organizations that help inmates re-enter society and find jobs and housing, sometimes starting your own business is the quickest way to make a … Read more
Depression is a mental health disorder that can suck the life out of you and the people around you. The negative social effects can cause the sufferer to dive deeper into the cognitive disorder as they think about how unpleasant their moods can be. Although treatment is available, not everyone has access to the expensive … Read more