The interviewee describes how he lost everything when he went to prison and how his life and identity became a blank canvas.

The interviewee describes how much some of his in-prison classes meant to him.

The interviewee discusses his process as a returning citizen and the multiple activities he has been involved with to maintain a productive life and enjoy every opportunity presented to him.

Interviewee discusses the sentences he has received and his three strikes that lead to his life sentence.

Interviewee discusses his desire to help others who have been through the criminal justice system. He expresses the joy he feels when witnessing their healing.

The interviewee describes her relationship with her family members. Though her relationship with some people in her family were rocky, she overall appreciates many of them.

The interviewee describes having a dream where he is enveloped in light and told he can be healed and forgiven if he puts in the work. He realizes that his traumatic childhood is connected to his actions later in life.

The interviewee talks about how he recently got back in touch with his son and their relationship.

Interviewee talks about how he lives life with no regrets and how he has made terms with everything he has done claiming “it is a part of my destiny”.

Interviewee describes the how his hope in a new law allowed him to reflect on his actions and create a positive impact in his life.

The interviewee discusses employment challenges in reentry and how he used his relapse prevention plan after he lost his job.

The interviewee talks about one of his experiences before the parole board.

The interviewee describes participating in a program in prison where he could mentor at-risk youth.

The interviewee discusses some of his dreams for the future, including his love of music.

The interviewee discusses some of his financial problems and his commitment to helping unhoused people.

The interviewee talks about taking responsibility for his part in the crime, his path towards personal growth, and his friends still inside.