June 5, 2014
Team meetings in Federal Prison
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Justin Paperny
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Hello,
I wanted to write a few comments regarding Mr. Justin Paperny and his work on behalf of those whom are faced with incarceration or emerging from this consequential situation. I came across Mr. Paperny’s work via some internet research I was doing on the incarcerated and what they face. I have been a volunteer mentor for a couple of prisoners for the last 8 years and realized that I needed to be better educated on the practical concerns that they might have. Through Mr. Paperny’s “..White-Collar 101 …” web series I gained much needed insight and useful information on what one faces through these processes. These will make me a more informed and better volunteer. Mr. Paperny, to his word, was prompt and gracious in forwarding me a copy of his book “Lessons From Prison” – and I am looking forward to reading this. I am in many ways ignorant to what those that are incarcerated must personally go through, however, by all of us getting more informed on the subject, I feel this will help to provide a helping hand to those who have made a mistake and really are searching for an informed resource to give them a hand-up after a prison sentence. and a path towards self-acceptance and productivity. Mr. Paperny, through his work, is helping both those directly affected by incarceration as well as volunteers (like me) better realize the pragmatic tools, knowledge and compassion one must have to proceed either as someone trying to re-build their own life or a mentor trying to help another to rebuild. Thanks Justin for the great work! MJ
I just completed reading Justin Paperny’s book entitled “Lessons from Prison”. For the past 8 years I have been a mentor/volunteer of sorts to prisoners in state penal institutions. I came across Justin’s work during which time I was doing some internet research on the subject. I felt that I should make a real effort to learn more about what those that are incarcerated actually go through and what these environments are really like so that I could better understand the paradigm of incarceration and, in effect, be a better support system to those whom I mentor. After an e-mail inquiry to Justin requesting a copy of his book, he graciously and promptly sent me a complimentary copy of his book.
I was expecting the book to contain some pragmatic advice and tips on how one could survive in a prison environment or navigate the legal system, but – I have to say, the book really far-exceeded my expectations.
The book which I found hard to put down and was a compelling read, provided not only some great advice for anyone navigating our legal system, those incarcerated, or those post incarceration – but moreover provided valuable guidance that all of us as human beings can and should follow in order to be better, more ethical, more generous and more accountable people AND to see the world not just from the perspective of doing right to garner award or avoid sanctions, but actually doing the right thing for the sake of doing the right thing!
After reading this book, I have to say that Justin is one of my heroes. I really admire anyone who can make a mistake and turn it around into something positive not only for themselves but for others as well. Although I haven’t had exposure to many of the types of ethical dilemmas posed in the book, I think the book’s guidance applies to us all as humans. I know the book has made me a better person and will help my volunteer subjects. Having been through much education myself, I would even venture to say that the book should be required reading for all students.
The real power of Justin’s work is that it applies to the human experience and has very valuable information that can ultimately, regardless of our diverse circumstances, make us better human beings that live our lives with more compassion, generosity and integrity.
“Lessons from Prison” to me is a “Lessons for Life” book.
Thanks Justin for your work!
MJ Romero
I’m very thankful, MJ, for your wonderful and kind words. It means a great deal to me that you see the value in my story and work. I also would also like to commend you for the selfless work you do to help more people in prison develop values and skills that will assist them in their release. I look forward to staying in touch, and I will let you know when I make it to your home town. JP