Freedom is an illusion. And not a particularly good one. Like a mediocre magician playing at wowing the audience, its true nature has more in common with the sleight of hand. We are always fascinated by the shiny object, the trending topic, or the outrage of the moment. But it’s a shell game to k...

How have I turned pain into something beautiful, something that holds value to society? Something that connects us to one another? No dipping your toe into the water to see how cold it may be, nor wading in a little at a time… just jump right into the deep end, huh? Alright then: I guess the easi...

I woke up in the darkest, loneliest place in my life both figuratively and literally. I was 30 years old, addicted to drugs, had burned all my bridges, lost everything, and found myself on Death Row. I was at a breaking point, or what some people call the “dark night of the soul.” But, ironically...

Doin’ life in prison You ain’t got nothin’ but time Distractions nowhere to be found With nowhere to hide. I find myself on the ground Reflecting on my life All I see is me, myself, and I. Humbling myself now I can see how God Led me through each and every one of those achievements. Everything ha...

Donny Dillbeck was my friend. A simple statement of fact but one that has profound qualities. For those of you who read this newsletter you will probably recognize the name, recently a few of his friends (myself among them) honored the hundredth day since the state of Florida murdered him. We did...

Dear Unconditional Freedom Team, Hope this letter finds everyone at the Unconditional Freedom team in the best of health. My name is Miguel Venancio, and I’m currently incarcerated at Kern Valley State Prison. I’m writing to express my deepest gratitude for The Art of Soulmaking course on the Edo...

At the end of death, suffering and sacrifice comes the beginning of a transformation, but when we have to be our own executioner we don't understand the meaning of "Resurrection". Therehore, we rather hide behind the betrayal of pride, bitterness and anger, the things we believe that protects us ...