How Dying In Prison Saved My Life

Tucked away from the world, within the confines of prison walls, a transformative journey unexpectedly unfolded for me. As ironic as it may seem, it was in this seemingly grim and desolate place that my life was ultimately saved. Allow me to take you through my profound experience, from the darkest depths of despair to the rays of hope and redemption.

The Fall Into Darkness

Life can be a treacherous path sometimes, with countless variables and choices that can lead us astray. I found myself falling victim to the temptations and allure of a life involved in criminal activities. The actions I took eventually caught up with me, and I was sentenced to a lengthy prison term. Faced with the daunting reality of my actions, I spiraled into utter despair and hopelessness.

Greed. Survival. Redemption.: How Dying in Prison Saved My Life

by Radu Cinamar (Kindle Edition)

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Locked In Solitude

With nothing but time on my hands, I became intimately familiar with the barriers surrounding me. Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months. The prison walls seemed impenetrable, mirroring the emotional walls that had been built within my own psyche. It was in this solitude that I truly confronted myself and the choices that had led me to this point.

A Glimpse Into Mortality

One fateful day, as I gazed out of the small, barred window in my cell, I was struck with a life-altering revelation. Witnessing the unjust demise of a fellow inmate, I experienced a sense of profound grief and remorse. It was in that very instance that I saw a reflection of my own mortality staring back at me.

The grief and remorse transformed into a catalyst for change. It became abundantly clear that, if I was to survive, I needed to shed the layers of darkness that burdened my soul and confront the root causes of my actions.

Embracing Redemption

The road to redemption was paved with introspection and self-reflection. Through therapy and various rehabilitative programs offered within the prison, I started to peel back the layers of my past. I confronted the trauma, pain, and misguided ambitions that contributed to my downfall.

As difficult as it was, I found solace in the opportunity to rebuild myself from the ground up. The prison community presented me with countless opportunities to make amends for my actions, from participating in educational programs to counseling fellow inmates. By embracing these chances for personal growth, I slowly started to find my purpose and rekindle my sense of self-worth.

The Power of Second Chances

Over time, my transformation became apparent not only to myself but to those around me. Prison guards and fellow inmates witnessed the gradual awakening of a different person, a person who had shed the shackles of his past self. The label of a criminal no longer defined me; I became a beacon of hope and redemption within the prison walls.

This newfound purpose, coupled with the support of those who believed in my potential, pushed me to pursue a future beyond the prison compound. I immersed myself in educational opportunities, using every available moment to acquire knowledge and skills that would enable me to reintegrate into society.

The Ultimate Liberation

After what felt like an eternity, the day of my release finally arrived. Stepping back into the world beyond the prison walls, I was filled with a mixture of apprehension and excitement. Armed with the lessons learned and the newfound strength, I was ready to pave a new path.

Rebuilding my life wasn't without its challenges, but I refused to be defined by my past. I channeled my energy into becoming an advocate for change, sharing my story and utilizing my experiences to inspire others trapped in a cycle of despair.

The seemingly torturous experience of dying in prison offered me a lifeline. It provided me with the opportunity to confront the demons that haunted me and rebuild myself from the ground up. Through introspection and self-reflection, I was able to find redemption and regain my sense of purpose.

My journey serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of second chances. It is a reminder that even in the darkest of moments, hope can be found, and a new life can be forged.

Greed. Survival. Redemption.: How Dying in Prison Saved My Life

by Radu Cinamar (Kindle Edition)

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	703 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	450 pages
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Written surreptitiously behind prison walls this is the captivating journey of author Mark Jackson – from greedy stock market trader making millions of dollars operating a Ponzi scheme to surviving Colorado’s most notorious and violent prisons. Mark memorialized his prison experiences by writing in a journal. This book is the product of over 650 pages of those handwritten entries detailing his fears, emotions, and interactions and eventual self-transformation behind bars.

In 2010, Mark pled guilty to racketeering under The Colorado Organized Crime Act. He was sentenced to a 15-year prison term in the Colorado Department of Corrections and was incarcerated for nearly five years. The Ponzi scheme was deemed by "The Denver Business Journal" as one of the most notorious white collar crimes in Denver’s financial history.

Six weeks into his incarceration Mark contracted necrotizing fasciitis, a deadly flesh eating disease. While laying on his death bed after being resuscitated on a Flight for Life helicopter, Mark made a decision that would change his life forever. He pledged to turn his life around and to begin accepting responsibility for hurting many innocent victims.

“I realized the pledge I made on my death bed would mean nothing if I couldn’t survive the rigors of prison. Before I could rehabilitate myself and improve the lives of my fellow inmates, I had to learn how to be a good inmate. I knew how to conduct myself in free society (my prison sentence said otherwise), but I realized I had little idea how to act in a prison society.”

Mark survived two of the most violent prisons in Colorado. While sharing prison cells with murderers, kidnappers, and ruthless gang members, his interactions were often tense and filled with raw unfiltered language. Multiple inmates were murdered at the same facility where he was being held. However, Mark rose above the turmoil of his surroundings, recovered from a life threatening illness, and devoted his remaining sentence to helping other people.

Mark’s journey details his growth while adapting as a prisoner, but more importantly his mission to become a better person beginning with helping other inmates. As a prison tutor, he assisted over 100 inmates obtain their GED. He also helped countless inmates effectively deal with personal, legal, and family issues.

This is a unique and inspirational story about prison tragedies and triumphs mixed in with some wry humor. This book was not written for selfish purposes, but rather to inspire others and help them realize they too can overcome their own personal challenges and adversity. This is a true story about greed, survival, and redemption.