It was a few years ago and I served 10 months for a non violent drug related crime. I don’t really talk about it much as not many people in my life know where I actually went or that I had been addicted to heroin for a number of years. I guess I didn’t really fit the stereotype that most people have in their head of what a heroin addict or an ex prisoner looks like. I was pretty high functioning throughout my addiction and maintained my management job until my arrest.
Happy to answer any questions about life inside or anything else. AMA
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so, can i still come to australia, with a possession (non violent charge) as well?
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What was it like? Did you make any friends? What did you learn from the experience?
Do you feel like you have a path forward in life? Have you been able to close the doors behind you?
Think you went into it already though.
Hope you’re doing well and that recovery is as kind as possible to you! H took away my favorite person years ago. They’re still very much alive but it took them away from me mentally. Love it for those who can beat it.
Was sexual assault a problem in the prison you were in?
Hows your body health? Do you see a therapist?
Will you be able to stay off drugs or is there still the pull there? (Good on you for putting yourself out there for questions).
What was the food like in prison?
How did the guards treat you? How did you pass the time? Did you find any joy in prison?
Dis you have to quit your addiction cold turkey? If yes how was it like week by week or day by day if that helps in describing it better.
Were there any pillow fights?
What’s your favourite movie of all time? Mine is Forrest Gump.
How close (or not) to Wentworths portrayal is the reality?
The importance of punctuation.
Was it like the old TV show called “Prisoner: Cell Block H”? I loved watching that show on TV in the US.
10 Months is a decent chunk of time. Did you have priors or were caught selling or with a large amount ? If you don’t want to answer I totally understand. Hope your doing better and staying sober
Worst offender?
Why do you started using heroin in the first place ? Does a friend make you used it?
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we’re there any moments where you sorta forgot you were in prison? like good moments? and also were there any moments that made it kinda kick in that you are IN PRISON.
OP, are you going to answer any more questions?
Is it anything like Wentworth?
Were you in cells or dorms? An older prison with bars and such? Thanks
Did you make friends? How are friendships initiated? How do they continue?
While you were inside, did you kiss a girl? Did you like it?
Do you still do drugs?
I think the point of an AMA is to answer questions!