From childhood trauma to 17 years in prison, my path has been anything but easy. But in this conversation, guided by host Shirin Hejazi, I open up about what I found beyond the walls: meaning, love, and the possibility of trust. I share moments of struggle, betrayal, and unexpected kindness, and how my understanding of trust has shifted – from survival mode to building real, lasting connections.

Explore what it takes to choose trust after betrayal, to recognize the difference between ego and true friendship, and to create a life rooted in purpose and resilience.

Tune in as we dive into:

(00:00) Success and trust challenges

(05:45) Embracing self-reliance in isolation

(07:34) Discovering trust amid uncertainty

(11:55) Sister's troubled past and influence

(14:52) Moral obligation of privile ...