
You Must Meet People Where They Are, To Help Them Grow - Donell & Jeffrey
Published: May 21, 2026
Duration: 51:52
On this episode of Life After Prison, we explore a story that doesn’t follow a straight line — because real change rarely does.
Donell, a successful contractor & former prisoner, shares the highs, setbacks, and hard truths of life after release, while Jeffrey, a prison coach, reflects on the turning point that changed his own path and led him to work with young people in custody.
The two met at Cookham Wood, where honest, in-depth coaching built a powerful connection — one that was tested by setbacks, including a return to prison and homelessness.
They r...