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The Plan: Education, Contribution, and Support
Santos focused on three core objectives to navigate his lengthy prison sentence:
Educational Pursuit: He was determined to obtain an education while incarcerated. Despite starting as a poor student, he reached out to universities and successfully enrolled in various courses, shifting his identity from a prisoner to that of a student.
Societal Contribution: Santos sought ways to give back to society, even from within prison walls. He began writing about his experiences and the experiences of others, sharing their stories with the world.
Building a Support Network: He recognized the importance of relationships and began to cultivate a support system that would be critical upon his release.