Lejon, Dante, and Patrick talk about acclimation. The joys and pains of it. Acclimation is when you adjust to a new climate or situation. … The process of acclimation is all about the way that a person or other organism adapts to a new environment. The three all have stories of that process.

The thought of leaving society in the 80’s and returning after 30 years is mind boggling. The inventions and phrases that have come and went, in fact just cell phones came a very long way. The conditions in prison does condition an inmates mind and break their soul. Reaching outside of prison for support and it not being there is another condition that can’t be remedied. Relying on your fellow inmates can also be treacherous at times.
So, when these guys were released acclimation is key, as to not reoffend, not get on drugs, and try to be a useful part of society. Anything, is possible with support. Listening to them talk about the time inside and how they supported each other and others supported them acclimation back into society was easy compared to the alternative. All three have jobs and are working toward all the things we all want. Please enjoy Episode 3 of The 100Years Podcast.