Scott Donald Carper-12/04/2023
I recently offered advice to someone who’s grappling with the need to shift their mindset away from self-pity. This individual is awaiting sentencing and has been attempting to portray themselves as merely an observer, although they were, in fact, actively involved in the industry’s problematic aspects. This tendency to downplay their role is a common […]
John Dalaly-12/04/2023-Dalaly Mindset
As I sit down to reflect on this day, December 4, 2023, I can’t help but be struck by how much the world has transformed since December 2020. It feels like a lifetime ago, and yet, in the grand scheme of things, it’s just a blink of an eye. Back in December 2020, the entire […]
Monday, December 4, 2023
Advocacy and Action: Becoming a Voice for Change Post-Incarceration In the journey of transformation, especially after incarceration, becoming an advocate for change is not just a possibility but a profound opportunity. At Prison Professors Talent, we recognize the power of advocacy and the importance of the First Amendment of the US Constitution, even for those […]
Choon Yong-12/03/2023-Visitation
12/3/2023 Sunday daily diary from Atwater Camp.Woke up at 5:40 AM. Made up my bed, cleaned up, change to BOP uniform and made a cup of coffee. Stretched and drank my coffee. Started walking at 6:30 AM. Breakfast was served at 6:20 AM. Breakfast menu: Grits, bread, jelly, punch and an apple. Plan for Today: […]
Dana McIntyre-12/03/2023
Grateful to be home recovering and not at a prison camp. Today the swelling has not gone down at all and it is painful. I spoke with my surgeon, and he prescribed more OxyContin. I never used narcotics and aware of the potential risks of addiction or death. I tried skipping a dose and the […]
Michael Donell Moore-12/03/2023
BE YOURSELF!: My grandfather, L. Moore, was a tough, structured human being. However, we didn’t always agree on everything. Nevertheless, he was always firm on all of his positions and was not one to back down. One of the greatest lessons he could’ve ever left behind for me to hold on to is to be […]
Choon Yong-12/01/2023-Rodrigo Santos
12/1/2023 Friday daily diary from Atwater Camp.Woke up at 5:30 AM. Made up my bed, cleaned up, changed to BOP uniform and made a cup of coffee. Stretched, drank my coffee and watched the local news and weather reports, high temperature for today is 59 degrees F. Started walking at 6:15 AM. Breakfast was served […]
John Dalaly-12/03/2023-A Wish for Redemption
As I find myself navigating through the first week of my prison sentence, I can’t help but reflect on the moments that have led me here. One particular memory stands out, etched in my mind like a scene from a movie. It was the day before Thanksgiving, a day filled with both joy and a […]
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Creative Contributions: Channeling Past Experiences into Positive Outcomes In the tapestry of life, every thread, no matter its color, contributes to the overall picture. At Prison Professors Talent, we believe in the power of transforming past experiences, even the darkest ones, into positive outcomes. Our course, “Preparing for Success after Prison,” embodies this philosophy, guiding […]
Dana McIntyre-12/02/2023
Went in for hip replacement surgery this past Wednesday and it went well. That included an overnight stay at the hospital. Was up most of the night, at 4:30 am I was given 2cc’s of Morphine and then another 2cc’s 20 minutes later at 4:50am. This is the first time I have had surgery and […]
