Before the 3rd grade, I was already too familiar with gun violence, domestic violence, and death. I believe those things motivated me to join the Army when I was old enough, thinking it would give me structure… It did, along with more gun violence, anti-personnel mines and death. Eventually, I got better, and created books and workshops to help others. I decided to make sure no one in my sphere of influence ever gets that low again. I have dedicated my life to expanding my sphere and spreading the gospel of living a purposeful life, fulfilled.