How to deal with going to jail

go to jail for the first time

Going to prison for the first time is difficult, especially if you come from a very conservative background and haven’t had the opportunity to meet anyone who has been incarcerated before. My goal is to share a little information about the incarceration process so newbies can know what to expect.

Everybody makes mistakes

If this is your first time in jail, you probably feel like you’ve made a bigger mistake than anyone else in the world, or that you’re one of the unlucky few who actually got caught. Don’t worry, this is not true; in fact, he has most likely met a person who has been in jail at some point in his life. Going to jail isn’t something people brag about and it’s surprisingly easy to keep a secret. Everyone has made a big mistake at some point in their life and just as most people learn to overcome these errors in judgment, one day you will come out of this experience a better person.

Remember that other intimates are not so different from you.

Another common misunderstanding most first-time inmates have is that they are different from everyone else in jail. While it is true that some offenders (especially repeat offenders) may not have learned lessons from their prison experiences, most people who are incarcerated are really trying to become better people like you. You will definitely meet people similar to you in jail; try to be the kind of friend you are looking for for them. This will make your time go by much faster.

Try to find something to help you pass the time.

Some inmates prefer to play cards or read books. Some prisons have prison industries programs that allow inmates to learn new trades, skills, and even earn money. Some prisons offer college courses to inmates. Take advantage of all the opportunities available to you and you will find that the time will pass much faster. Whether you’re one month old or five years old, you’ll pass this test, and if you work for it, one day your life will be better than you ever anticipated. Keep your head up and try to be a better person for as long as you do.