Starting a New Life After Years in Prison

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[@kasession]

A convicted felon with a roof over his head AND a job is doing great!!! Praying for him to keep going!!! 🙏🏿

[@ivanangeli]

I am from Europe, so I don;t know much about USA regarding this topic (and many others, I guess). Why is it so uncommon for convicted fellon to have roof over head and a job? Here those things are so basic, anyone can have them...

[@samjackson4640]

@@ivanangelimajority of people and especially businesses owners here villainize all felons as criminals, also an easy way to discriminate. People would rather criminals just be criminals here than realize they are usually people in need of help.

[@ivanangeli]

@@samjackson4640 I agree. But mostly it is a product of society (how goverment is leadin gpeople, and education etc)

[@chipm2544]

Recidivism. I think that comment has more to do with the guy doing an honest days work, living with a parent (likely a good person, influence) & seeking improvement all while seemingly being honest & sincere.

[@FancyRPGCanada]

This video is exactly why I love the Ramsey crew, instead of putting this guy down for having gone to jail they are supporting and encouraging him for moving forward.

[@Tristin471]

Exactly. The guy clearly wants to right the ship, that is his life, and they were very helpful and respectful to him.

[@drewdelaney4166]

After Cain murdered Abel, God allowed him to start a new life in a different place and marked him to prevent him from being killed by others. Through these acts of mercy, God reminds us that even in spite of our weakness - or outright depravity - God is a God of grace and second chances.

[@WizardReel]

@@JustinCase780 Who/What is GAFB?

[@joeriveracomedy]

Leopards don't change their spots

[@godfathaofyo]

@@joeriveracomedy i suppose you've never made a mistake in life?

[@glendasexton4777]

So proud of this young man for knowing that he wants guidance and to break generational curses.

[@roathripper]

no such thing as a curse. it's about owning your individual decisions.

[@tshandy1]

Dave: "You don't see the inside of a prison unless you are working there."

[@Tashas_Travels]

😂😂😂😂lol , in reference to a restaurant, you only see the inside of a restaurant if you work there. Classic

[@Mansini77]

Top comment

[@TheSoulCrisis]

😂😂😂

[@RPisa2416]

Oh noooo 😂😂😂

[@TrollHunterxXx]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@debbieholoquist2059]

Hearing his voice really moved me. He sounds like a young man desperate to improve his life. He's scared. Good move, Dave!

[@rhondahopkins4366]

Don't give up, my friend done 13-years in jail. He been home for 5 years and came home got his CDL He drive a cement truck now he makes $45.00 an hour, he married and he bought a house.

[@LifeEnjoyer463]

Sheeeshhh

[@waterheaterservices]

Excellent

[@LouiseGeier90]

The problem we have is because Most people always taught that " you only need a good job to become rich " . These billionaires are operating on a whole other playbook that many don't even know exists.

[@DuttonKayce-]

Money invested is far better than money saved , when you invest it gives you the opportunity to increase your financial worth.

[@SophiaAva327]

It is remarkable how much long term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent.

[@ChosenKhaza-]

The wisest thing that should be on everyone mind currently should be to invest in different streams of income that doesn't depend on government paycheck, especially with the current economic crisis around the world. This is still a time to invest in Stocks, Forex and Digital currencies.

[@ZahidTaimoor95]

Many individuals report success in investing in stocks, forex, and cryptocurrency (Bitcoin), yet I continue to struggle. Can somebody help me out or advise me on what to do?

[@CharlotteNatalie-rt1gj]

Even with the right technique and assets some investors would still make more than others. As an investor, you should've known that by now that nothing beats experience and that's final. Personally I had to reach out to a stock expert for guidance which is how I was able to grow my account close to $35k, withdraw my profit right before the correction and now I'm buying again.

[@14elvira14]

"I shouldn't have been selling drugs" Dave: ok cool 😂. good luck man!

[@BrianW211]

He's in Phoenix: HVAC repair.

[@Rebecca-ci3zc]

My son does it in Chicago and makes well into the 6 figures. Get job and he can learn on the job.

[@lonestarrk9308]

Agreed. I live in Tucson. HVAC certification is like 2-3 semesters at a community college here.

[@MrBrewman95]

Agreed. Definitely a great career path coming from a former HVAC recruiter.

[@ilovenoodles7483]

​@@lonestarrk9308👋 fellow Tucsonan. HVAC certification is great, but if you don't have $$$ for those classes, then it don't do no good. Taking out a loan is bad idea and also, if someone just got out of prison, it's even hard*er* to get a loan.

[@SpoonHurler]

Along with HVAC, we have several chip fabs being built and you can get trained as maintenance techs for them for free and make good money if you don't want to deal with sweaty, grumpy customers 😂. A lot of great jobs here in the Valley

[@roolyfe]

I wish we had more real calls like this instead of people bragging about how much money 💵 they make! Keeping it real 💯

[@mattgowans547]

Hey man, im a recovering heroin addict, have been sober for almost 9 years, i spent so much time in and out of jail. I just wanted to let you know that it DOES get easier. The best advice i can give you is surround yourself with people who CARE about you. Dont give up. Dont ever give up.

[@PInk77W1]

My brother died of heroin OD. He was super rich. Died at 49. God Bless u

[@mattgowans547]

@@PInk77W1 I'm so sorry for your loss. Addiction can be just as hard on a family as it is on the person who's addicted. God bless you.

[@M-Is-For-Margaret]

@@PInk77W1 Super Nosey here. Was he thin? How did he make his money? I think the stories I hear about heroin users are that they are thin and can't keep a job. (the non-entertainment users)

[@lonestarrk9308]

He’s a tow truck driver. My first thought is repo man. With all these people defaulting on their car loans, these banks are going to need lots of repo men.

[@waterheaterservices]

There is a severe shortage of repo workers now

[@Tashas_Travels]

I am proud of you for tryig to turn your life around and the bonus is that you live with your mom, you have no kids, you have no debt, you have a job and you are in a far better spot than a lot of people. I pray it stays that way. May God guide you to live a better life.

[@tamid2225]

And he’s still young!

[@donaldlyons17]

Yeah but he needs a good paying job which I suspect will be a huge challenge. Good jobs are not easy to get IMO because specialist jobs tend to require specialists trappings.... all of which is not easy to get IMO!!!!!

[@davidrosado5698]

I REALLY screwed up my life and end up in prison for 6 years at age 56!!! I surrendered my life to Jesus there and to this day (I'm 70), I'm STILL not rich but GRATEFUL to GOD that HE supplies, not necessarily what I want, but MUST DEFINITELY WHAT I NEED... And I'm not complaining PRAISE GOD!!!

[@KeeekThaSneak]

How did you end up in prison if you don’t mind me asking?

[@justoguillermomontoya3821]

May god continue to bless you. Thank you for sharing your testimony.

[@ilovenoodles7483]

God is good!!!

[@jmorris023]

Christians, generally, are the biggest perpetrators of prison-worthy crimes in the US. Far more than immigrants, muslims, or atheists.

[@MikeNapoli1989]

You surrendered your life to the demons sir. lol

[@bigbread6519]

Dave did the most important thing he could do for this person who is struggling, He actually did something to help.

[@rikkifashionhouse6592]

It doesn't matter what Dave status is, he has always been understanding of everyone regardless of their background. Great call!

[@RanjitSouri-PinkFloydPiano]

Congrats to you, sir, you are already in a much better place than you were in a year ago. One bit of advice about how to look at your current tow-truck job: Be 100% grateful for it. They hired you, with a conviction on your record, which very few employers would be willing to do, and are giving you a chance to work, and to develop a positive work history. This job is part of your comeback story. You can plan for your next job while also valuing the job you have. For now, while you also plan for your next job/career, be the best tow-truck operator that you can be. Instead of thinking that $30k is "s*** money", realize that it is a lot more than you were making in prison, and that it's a huge step toward where you want to get to. A bunch of viewers are pulling for you. Best of luck to you.

[@donaldlyons17]

Well that is your idea but what works for you can't be true for all the rest of us. He does not like where things are now and we both know getting different jobs requires some level of willingness to leave the current one. SO F THAT GRATEFUL STUFF the law is not likely to help him given his past!!!

[@daviddaley8581]

God bless this young man, his mother and his girlfriend for supporting him on his future journey ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@JustinCase780]

"It's s$%t money" 😂😂 More reason that he's going to be very successful being hungry. Rock on dude.

[@JN-ys6eq]

Never heard someone curse on this show in the years I've been listening to it.

[@JustinCase780]

​@@JN-ys6eqWell, get over it. 😂😂😂😂

[@shola7987]

​@JN-ys6eq this is You Tube not PBS ..the editors left it in for a reason

[@JN-ys6eq]

@@JustinCase780 😂 oh I'm over it. Just pointing out a first.

[@Health4Thought]

THIS man right here. No matter how much he’s been through, he WANTS to change for the better. Jesus is good! Amen! This man rocks!

[@tubenachos]

"You become who you hang around with." Amen 🙏

[@elizabethdelatorre9019]

The courage it took to make this call. Rooting for you!

[@JustAnotherNorthman]

It is so wonderful and uplifting to witness how Ramsey helps people towards a better future.

[@roathripper]

must be difficult to turn away from that fast drug money.

[@ArntArnesen]

I really love the respect they show him. Really encouraging. He have the hole life ahead of him. God Bless Him.

[@Health4Thought]

THIS man right here. No matter how much he’s been through, he WANTS to change for the better. Jesus is good! Amen! This man rocks!

[@30Allaboutme]

My heart goes out to him ❤ Love that Dave is so giving

[@theflightsimulationexperie6894]

“I’m making Sh*t money. I’m only making 30k”. Dude, you’re lucky to have a paycheck PERIOD after service a prison sentence for 2 years.

[@JustinCase780]

And, why should he be not offered employment after serving his time?

[@theflightsimulationexperie6894]

@@JustinCase780 I was a former recruiter for a company I worked for and if you had a background as an ex con, your applications is shredded.

[@someoneelse6934]

I get that you are cynical, but bear with me for a second. Pretend this was a family member of yours that you still loved. They f*ed up, but you still love them. You want them to be able to get back on track. Now think for a moment. This caller KNOWS he screwed up. He KNOWS he has to work on fixing things. As a society we have to make some amends and help people get back on track or they get back to doing what they are doing which is why Dave is setting him up with a mentor and role model to emulate. There was no mention of a dad, which I am willing to bet was not a role model or not even present. He is saying he is making sh*t money, not because he isn’t grateful to working but he knows it will be tough turning his life around at his current rate…. AND the appeal of “easy money” (by selling drugs) is out there. He’s trying and kudos to him for making the call for help.

[@JustinCase780]

@@theflightsimulationexperie6894 I would hire this guy in a second. He knows he screwed up and he's young. Corporate logic is protecting itself against liability. Some groups are not so stupid and will give him a shot. He could out perform most college grads today if he's serious about getting his crap together which seems to be the situation. What's the only option of ... ah, you sold drugs so can never work? Nonsense.

[@SpoonHurler]

He didn't seem ungrateful but it honestly isn't good money, McDonald's is paying more. He may have not expressed it they way you'd like but it is in fact crappy money, plus he gets to deal with people in less than great situations all day... sometimes in the middle of 120 degree heat.

[@deb9806]

I hope the church helps and mentoring. The money the sellers make can be tremendous. My husband worked in the cocaine era as a cop, 4000 a day is not unheard of. Gangs brought in 8.000. They would find 20,000 in a house at times. Horrible life, no security, death/shootings always lurking, turf wars etc. but I can see why 30,000 year to a guy so young seems "shitty". He's thinking guys made that a month. The church and new friends can show him walking with God and living a virtuous life is better.

[@positive_vibes_2427]

I loved the man’s transparency and the advice as well! Wishing dude the best

[@JakeStewart1343]

RAMSEY SOLUTIONS is what you need caller! 😎👍

[@syn707]

This is the most important phone call he has ever made. And what better people to contact. Good luck to you young man. I sincerely wish you nothing but the best. ❤❤❤❤

[@biscaynesupercars]

Stay busy! The devil makes work for idle hands. If you have a job find a second one for your off time from the 1st job. The only time you should be home is to sleep, eat and shower until you find something more secure. Cut off all your old friends that aren’t positive influences and maybe think about leaving the area and completely starting fresh in another city

[@judymckee5992]

He is just starting to build his life and mom is helping him by giving him a roof over his head. He needs to save and asked God what he needs to do to further himself. I was a used car lady for 35 years and it is a good business too.

[@biscaynesupercars]

@@judymckee5992 he was just starting to build his life and his mom was giving him a roof over his head before he went to prison too and we see how that turned out.

[@donaldlyons17]

@@biscaynesupercars OH really!!! OMG I don't think this will work out well!!!!! Hopefully I am wrong!!

[@chrissya9994]

Dave is a good man!

[@fbmimpy]

Great call. I hope this young man is doing well.

[@virgierutledge3004]

God bless this young man and his mom.

[@MrBrewman95]

Caller: "I was prison for ....." Dave: "Cool." 😂😂😂😂

[@judymckee5992]

The most successful way is to have Jesus in your life and u asked the Lord what u need to do, sounds like a used car business will be great.

[@flauschiberlin2814]

Good luck Jessi, dont't buy useless stuff, save eyery mounth money and stay legal.

[@katiejon17]

Jessy - Start by getting behind Jesus, and letting him lead your life! Get a job, work hard at it, read books instead of going to bars/parties - it starts there. You can 100% change the course of your life from here. Good luck!

[@johnnyram975]

I would love to hear an update from him in a few years

[@sconnell1791]

Caller: "I went to prison for dealing drugs." Dave: "Cool."

[@missj5564]

He needs to figure out a plan, such as does he want to go to college or get a trade. He needs to get around some positive men that can guide him in the right direction. I love the advice that was given to him.

[@annaelisavettavonnedozza9607]

Dave is a dad to us sometimes. He gives us encouragement when we really need it

[@Shaolin_Chris]

0:49 "cool" 🤣🤣🤣

[@IgoOutlateAtnight]

I knocked my sister up and sell drugs...then drink myself to sleep with a 5th of vodka nightly... Dave: cool

[@aaronwilliamgeorgemurphy1063]

Respect bro, its easy to get yourself into a bad place, its exceptionally hard to get your self back out. Your doing it bro, keep on working towards a better you

[@kallistapwc]

I would love for Dave to call this young man every couple of months and keep us updated on him! Praying for a lost young man and hoping he follows thru with the advice!

[@JasonGroom]

A brother of a good friend went to prison for several years for drug dealing. When he got out about 15 years ago he decided he wasn't going to do that again. He used those skills though to become very successful.

[@PInk77W1]

St Paul was a prisoner St Maximilian Kolbe was a prisoner You got this

[@annako22]

Maksymilian Kolbe was a prisoner...like many Polish people in a german concentration camp. theres a huge difference if you get there cause you commited a crime, or you are there due to your ethnicity because of some sick tyrany and war.

[@PInk77W1]

@@annako22 “We are all poor in the eyes of our Lord” St Francis

[@annako22]

@@PInk77W1 i wsih that guy all the best. the fact that he already at the time of this call for 6 montsh pulled it off is very telling and saying he'll make it. graet for him. i just dont want people putting in same line that someone is a prisoner due to own mistakes and someone is enslaved by war criminals. two different stories

[@PInk77W1]

@@annako22 You have no idea if he made mistakes. Maybe he got railroaded to the max by the govt 6% of prisoners are innocent.

[@annako22]

​@@PInk77W1 he said himself he was dealing. dont you see the difference between him and those inprisoned by german nazis? really comaprable? i see you dont try to get my point. i understand the complexity of choices - but he had a chocie. plese read about M. Kolbe or Witoldd Pilecki. they also made choices as prisoners - but they werent there because of crimes. but because they were polish and anti german during war. thats what i was stressing about it. the thing you keep on to is that we dont know this young man;s life- we dont. and im super glad he re-builds his life. i wish him all the best, as i come from "projects" myself. its difficult, long journey to get anywhere, BUT please dont compare him to people that were par of holocaust..these are NOT similar prisons...cheers

[@ozzie1684]

I hope Jesse figures it out ,. My advice go join a trade , HVAC , electricalz welding and work. Learn and start your own business at 32-35.

[@williamding4472]

This man has realized his mistakes and is on a great track to get his life straight. Good luck to this guy. A lot of people don't learn and continue to go down the wrong road.

[@asherperry3899]

How can I get ahold of Jessie?? I’d like to hire him. I was him 15 years ago. Down to the 2 sisters and 3 brothers.

[@nickbehrooz596]

Man I get it! This was literally me. On drugs and selling drugs. I was homeless in my late teens / early 20’s, in and out of jail, on probation, living on couches you name it. now at 37 I’m married, have a great beautiful wife, 5 year old and on year 4 of my small business. While I still have so much more to do and a lot more growing to do, when I’m not feeling grateful I look at where I was 15, 16, 17 years ago, even 10 years ago, and I feel super grateful for how far I’ve come. Don’t give up no matter who you are, keep going.

[@annaelisavettavonnedozza9607]

That’s awesome! God bless

[@bubbaramsey9777]

This is a young man who is thinking the right way. With the right people in his life he will be a success. God bless you buddy.

[@m.alnisamcconico8689]

Dave is a good coach!

[@jdubruyn]

I remember the show once said plumbing pays well... dude's still young he should get qualified to ensure income and start earning good money as soon as possible...(while applying Dave's principles...) Electrician is a job I'd have tried years ago had I thought about it. 😎

[@janetmessman95]

Best of luck Jesse!!

[@S.Morgenstern]

Pinkman?

[@lindawilson4625]

Someone mentioned below that he could be a repo man because they are needed and he is already is a tow truck driver. I'll go one farther-He could eventually become a repo compay owner and maybe hire ex-cons that want to go straight. Just an idea.

[@krobdawg]

Surprised they still put this clip on KZbin and didn't bleep it after he cursed

[@JustinCase780]

Big time...What the Fuck?

[@user-mu7vv7gb9f]

Shit is an acceptable word now

[@JustinCase780]

​@@user-mu7vv7gb9fFuck yea! That shit word is fine.

[@djpuplex]

One step at a time. The world's pretty crazy kind of like a prison out here in the "free world".

[@steelcastle5616]

The number of jobs open has increased the amount of 2nd-chance programs. Just realize that you'll have to show that you've learned from your "mistake" before employers allow you to move up.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

Go from selling drugs to being a entrepreneur.

[@carynbecker2752]

Such love! Thanks Dave and Jade💙

[@jimeagle5509]

Grab a CDL, sir. Plenty of options. Best of luck and keep goin....

[@ivanangeli]

well, I don;t agree with everything said in every video of yours, but this one, it was a joy to listen. What he really needs is someone to trust in him, and to offer a shoulder so he can grab to stand up - you did both in 8 short minutes. Bravo

[@TanyaLairdCivil]

Sounds like this man has a future as a pharmaceutical sales rep. He would fit right in at Pfizer or Purdue Pharma!

[@donaldlyons17]

🙄😅

[@christinao8877]

Dave, nice to hear you are personally recommending a mentor in the callers area. ❤

[@ulf5738]

❤ keep on working hard and smart dude and you’ll become someone you will respect even more.

[@johndone8045]

Bro he got ripoff making 30k driving a tow truck With tips and chases tow guy makes like 80k+ easy

[@tyronefrieson419]

I did 17.5 years in federal prison for drug distribution 848 now I'm worth over 7figures 20 years free and crime free sense 1989

[@geo865833]

MAJOR props to this guy wanting to change his life for the better and seeking help. May God lead him.

[@maxinef6654]

Ok, did I hear him right that he said he’s making “Sh_t money” 😂😂7:15. We all start somewhere.

[@ruthirwin8222]

Love how kind dave is in situations like this

[@pnwflipper2089]

I have relatives who struggle to walk the straight and narrow because it sucks. The sacrifices and mediocrity of the working class lifestyle feels like a let down for those who prefer easy money, but easy money ruins your life in the long run. This man needs to learn the love of patience and short term sacrifice for long term gain. He needs to feel pride in earning an honest but humble living and that’s not easy. Especially when your opportunities are looking bleak. The fact that he even thought to call Dave Ramsey says something for his character though, and I hope he makes it through to the other side!!!

[@paulastarkey9973]

Very insightful, particularly around patience.

[@donaldlyons17]

The buying power difference between his old income and the new will have long term differences. Tell that to all these RICH KZbinRS... because they are not interested in giving up their source of wealth either!!!!

[@hirambright9357]

Having no friends is better than having the wrong friends. At least he can start anew. He is in a better situation than most people who get out of prison. I hope he turns his life around and does well.

[@howlbeast]

He does need a community of good men to show me the right way and help him excel

[@catherinewilke5583]

This guy has his whole life ahead and I am rooting for him. The Ramsey team was kind and I appreciate that.

[@lalbabuansari7417]

Thank you for your research. I find your videos are well done. RIght now I'm keeping an eye on Eledator

[@busa4250]

Can someone please answer why last week the Dow and Gold & Silver were at their highest prices at the same time? Thank you :-)

[@iluvworldofwarcraft]

Why does Dave assume the guy is any form of Christian by offering him a pastor as an advisor? He didn't even ask his religious beliefs so how does he know the caller would even be receptive to a religious leader or a religious community? Seems presumptive. How about a secular program or non-religious community?

[@DDDD-of3hv]

Kudos to this guy, i'm sure he's got a very significant pay cut..... that is an adjustment, not to mention having a mark on his record, which makes it harder to land better carrer jobs.... he just keeps chugging along and doing what he is doing.... hang in there fella..... you can steer your course now.....

[@TheFlyingZulu]

If you don't know what you want to do for a career... just do something and at least you'll find out what you don't want to do if it doesn't work out.

[@donaldlyons17]

Needs money whatever he is doing. Some hobbies don't pay bills!!!!

[@emoney1231]

First time I've heard a caller curse, lol. Wonder if this video gets removed.

[@JustinCase780]

Why? People curse on YT all the time. Ohhhhh so horrible! 😂😂

[@emoney1231]

@@JustinCase780 KZbin isn't gonna care. But Dave might

[@deb9806]

@@emoney1231 They didn't, his word wasn't the F word.

[@MrBrewman95]

It's not KZbin that is strict, it's the radio station.

[@dasheffield5596]

We’re all adults here? We can handle it 😳?

[@rahuliyer7456]

I highly encourage this caller to work with a gent like Cal (that Dave Ramsey's contact). The first thing about doing something different is realizing you need help. The gent realizes this. As far as what else to do, figure out how to walk the straight and narrow. You can still turn this around. You can become another and become another George Steinbrenner. Just need to show you have changed and do something positive.

[@Cummata]

Arizona dude, HVAC 💰

[@inthepinesmama]

Very NICE call 💟

[@lindacondilli6494]

I’m so glad that called in and I’m so glad that the Ramsey team are going to help him ❤

[@veramae4098]

In many state prisons, prisoners still have the right to vote after they get out. A federal prison sentence removes the right to vote permanently (which I think is a mistake). I was voting and saw a man denied the right to vote. I stepped in and corrected them. Then I hung around and saw 2 more mistakes. Went home, registered as a poll watcher, and went back for the rest of the night. Caught 1 more mistake. Phoenix: Converting grass to gravel and NATIVE ground covers. Plus usually the homeowner will get paid. And always think what you want to do next. Oh, and since I'm a librarian look for Bill Sand's book "My shadow ran fast".

[@ilovenoodles7483]

I'm glad you did what you did, however all this stuff you said about Phoenix, but do you still reside in Arizona, because I do. In Arizona, if you have been convicted of a felony, (and most drug charges are like the caller stated) then a person does not have the right to vote until 7 years after the person has been released from custody AND the person _still_ has to file to get the rights restored, it does NOT come automatically, which most people get wrong. I'm glad you became a poll worker, but if you really want to get involved deeper, are you a PC (precinct committeeman)? You can become one, but please make sure that you work on the correct side. Are you on the right side or the left side? Arizona has definitely had its problems even in the elections, and even more so now that the electors are being charged with election tampering because they voted for Trump. That is wrong and it sounds like the start of a dictatorship just like that things are going on in Hitler's Nazi Germany. Remember that Germans voted for Hitler. Please remember that in Arizona even the poll workers have come under strict scrutiny and poll workers have been shady. It's at the point where now it doesn't matter who you vote for, but what *really* matters are the folks who count and tabulate and input the votes.

[@donaldlyons17]

If money is a problem why would people care about voting? I would rather triple my income and not be able to vote vs. make 1/2 as much being able to vote. Voting normally does not pay my bills but money can solve some of them!!!!

[@schanychamemphis1327]

Dave should have recommended that this young man pay some rent to Mom.

[@sollovinlion]

🎯👏

[@Shopgirl1]

He makes a sh!++y $30k..(did I hear that right?)..it’s two of us and we make $28k..so I don’t think $30k for one person to live on is too sh!++y!

[@KENTUCKYUSA1]

True, Jessy got used to drug money, unfortunately.

[@donaldlyons17]

@@KENTUCKYUSA1 Well 30K is not much money though. I have friends with homes that pay 2K a month in just mortgage!!!!! Plus many of them don't own their cars and those are regular cars... not the super expensive ones!!!!

[@KENTUCKYUSA1]

@@donaldlyons17 True, but your friends are probably not convicted felons working their first real jobs ever.

[@msxeunybunxy]

Trust me. I've been there. I was incarcerated 3 times due to mental health problems. Within 6 months that I got home, I was blessed with a full-time job and 2 part-time jobs. Fast forward 2 years, all my charges were either dropped or expunged. Now, I am working on my masters degree that is fully online. Change is possible if you have the right people in your corner. It breaks my heart when I hear of people who go back, but this man is doing great. He is teaching us to have self-compassion. I hope he reads the comments.

[@Wall2000x]

Get a job, your own place to stay, cook and chill. Takes two years for the brain goes back to normal. Stop worrying about the money. Stop worrying about the ride and write down your goals. Put some distance between you and your girlfriend - too much stress. I had no one in my family that prospered. You can make money sell hotdogs down town and I didn't have any mentor.

[@Judi4Him4Ever]

Better to be poor and walk with Jesus than to be rich and run with criminals. Psalm 84:10 For a day in Your courts is better than a thousand. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of wickedness.

[@Manila-wo3pi]

This young man is making such a huge, important step right now. He has the spirit and potential, and he's clearly looking up positive information and resources to help himself, working already, I believe he will make it and change the course of his future.

[@tracybrovan3997]

I hope he doesn't get too "frustrated" by not making the same money now like he was before and turn back to making money illegally.

[@deb9806]

My husband was a cop and that happened to many. Outsiders would say, just work at Walmart, just get a job at such and such place, with no idea what kind of money they were bringing in before. Sure they had to hide it but it's triple what most get a year and quicker. The danger, the angst is awful but it's hard to let go of if you were always poor. Back in the cocaine era, they were making 8000 a day in gangs. A single person, 3-4000 a day or week depending on the area/need.

[@tracybrovan3997]

@@deb9806 wow!

[@deb9806]

@@tracybrovan3997 it helps you realize why somebody might do something that looks so deplorable, especially with all the risks

[@donaldlyons17]

@@deb9806 My local people live in nice houses and have their kids in private school.... Your totally right about their incomes being quite good!!!!

[@deb9806]

@@donaldlyons17 Yes there are "middle class " dealers but most wont go on for long

[@RiverWoods111]

As a convicted felon having your own business will be the easiest way for you to make more money. You have the right spirit but need to keep it on the right side of the law or the correct side of the law. You got this! I know so many people and even have a family member who has ended up in prison, realized that was not the life they wanted and changed it and are doing fantastically. Heckers, I have one who was a lifer who earned his way out of a life sentence, and now speaks to kids about the dangers of gangs and how they will teach you to murder others. Trust me, if this guy can do it, then so can you!

[@ronaldlindeman6136]

You don't ask someone in prison, or out of prison, "What did you do." You can ask, "what are you in for," or "what were you in for." You don't want to do or have a confession from someone, that could actually be used against them in a court of law in the future. Everybody in prison didn't do it.

[@spike3346]

One year follow up please!

[@virgierutledge3004]

Go to community college and test for your talents. Myers Briggs. while working.

[@garyclark6427]

He should get into a good group like the Jaycees. Also, there is good money in a service business like towing and recovery.

[@lot2196]

Catholicism.