Dawgface on Spending More than Half His Life in Prison (Part 8)

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In a candid interview, Dawgface reflects on spending over 17 years, more than half his life, behind bars before being released at age 38. Adjusting to life outside prison after such a long sentence posed significant challenges. He explains that successful reintegration begins before release, emphasizing the need to "reprogram and recalibrate" one’s mindset to navigate the very different rules of the free world. Unlike prison’s harsh and unforgiving environment, civilian society requires a different approach to daily interactions.

Dawgface credits his relatively smoother transition to returning home to financial stability, family support, and a network of peers also reentering society. He highlights how vital these factors are, warning that a lack of support almost guarantees failure and recidivism. Through self-education and spiritual growth in prison, including studying teachings of Elijah Muhammad and Louis Farrakhan, Dawgface prepared himself mentally for freedom. His story highlights how support systems and mental preparedness can influence life after incarceration.