I’m Thrown Combinations to Swerve and Duck…
February 25th, 2022
Life has a way of punching you smack dab, straight in your face! When I least expect it, I’m thrown combinations to swerve and duck. Surviving the prison environment without punching back takes a lot of practice. You never know what is going to come your way, so if you’re not committed to change, you won’t make it home—or stay home!
Whether you are inside prison or out, your life can completely change in just one moment. I’ve always said a single decision can have life changing consequences on your soul, who you are, and greatly impact the lives of people around you. I’ve hurt people emotionally, physically, and mentally. I’ve broken my kid’s hearts, robbed them of their innocence, and was not there for them when they told me they needed me. I’ve let myself, my parents, God, and other people who cared about me down. I’m fortunate to share that and not have overwhelming feelings of guilt today.
See, those were a few of my past decisions. The guilt still weighs heavy on my heart, but prison has given me the time needed to analyze my past. I use that guilt to improve future decisions and not self-destruct. Prison has actually given me back my passion for life and helped me define what I truly care about.
As you see, I’ve set aside all my excuses and pride to share the truths of my choices. First truth is, prison sucks and not everybody has to do this sh*t! Second truth is, I needed this time in prison to work through my “I don’t care” mentality. I was tired of accepting negative consequences as a way of life. I needed to figure out how to live for myself, what to live for, and want positive outcomes from the decisions I make.
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Thanks for reading,
Mike
(2/25/22)
