Recidivism refers to the repeated commission of criminal offenses by individuals who have already been convicted and punished for their crimes. This phenomenon has long been a major concern for…[...]
I was incarcerated... Now What?! Incarceration stands among the most traumatic experiences one could go through. However, the real struggle begins after incarceration. Our society is laced with prejudice, especially…[...]
Life after incarceration can be quite challenging. No matter how much you’d want things to be how they were in the past, the truth is, they never will; however, that…[...]
Oxford dictionary refers to self management as the “management of or by oneself; the taking of responsibility for one's own behavior and well-being.” It is the ability to regulate one’s…[...]
The Fact is… There is evidence that some mental health issues make people more likely to become addicted to drugs and alcohol. Alcohol is a chemical that depresses the body…[...]
What effects does incarceration have on mental health? The alarmingly large number of inmates with mental health issues who are housed in jails and prisons is frequently discussed. The ways…[...]
Self-Awareness What is self-awareness? It sounds pretty obvious, being aware of oneself; however, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. It’s knowing your triggers, internal and external feelings, intuitions, abilities,…[...]
It can be difficult to face life once you've made a choice that drastically impacted your future and/or the people around you. However, we all have the ability to change…[...]
We spend 70% of our day communicating in one way or another. Reading, writing, talking, or listening. 45% of that time is used for listening. So having effective listening skills…[...]
I have worked a lot of jobs in a lot of different industries and been on both sides of the interview table. I have also learned from mistakes I and…[...]
