Out of the Wilderness

You are holding in your hands a book with the power to dramatically transform the lives of men, women, and the families of those affected by crime. Out of the Wilderness provides a trove of important resources and information. This eye-opening book offers a powerful vision of rehabilitation and a vital new curriculum for the life that can change societys view of incarceration. Simple explanations and engaging history lessons provide the reader the practical tools to recognize our shared humanity and the ability to change for the better. Out of the Wilderness also helps to avoid many of the obstacles that plague incarceration, which eventually can lead to recidivism. This book is divided into five parts to be read in 5 weeks that is just 35 days to freedom. Some of the topics this comprehensive guide covers are:American Prison System AngerA Social BehaviorBehavioral ModificationConflict ResolutionCriminologyDenialDepressionEducationEmpathy ExerciseFinding Meaning after PrisonForgivenessGoal SettingHealth & NutritionHealthy RelationshipsInsightMaking AmendsMeditationMental IllnessMoral CompassNature of TraumaParenting while IncarcerateParole PreparationPhases of IncarcerationPrison and Contagious DiseasesPrison CollegesPrison EtiquetteReentryRehabilitationRehabilitation ModelsRemorseSocial CapitalSpiritual DevelopmentSpirituality & PrisonSuicide PreventionSurvival SkillsThe History of ParoleThe History of PrisonThe Nature of Recidivism