Can you do a video about telling us exactly what happens like while your being aressted like on the way to jail and the first night there and stuff like that
I'm 15. My daughter is to be born in January. I used to be in a messed up crowd. Ages 12-14. Then I found out I was having a kid and EVERYTHING changed. I'm not okay, I'm not perfect. But Jess helps me get through it. "Stay sober, whatever that means to you." Thank you. So much.
Being a teen mom takes a lot of work, but if willing to make responsible decisions and work hard, you can have any life and success you want. I was pregnant with our first child at 16. Still earned my degrees (law), had a successful marriage & family and bought my dream home. Any life you want is possible. Just be the woman you hope your daughter grows up to be, and you'll succeed..
@@betsybabf748 I know this may be awkward to ask, but do you have any advice for how to manage being a teen mom in school? That's my biggest concern, that I won't be able to get an education and provide a stable environment for my daughter to grow up. I don't want her to make the same mistakes that I have in the past.
@@cassiopeia8532 ok this might not work for all situations but honestly if you have supportive, trustworthy parent leave your child with them when your at school. Another option is homeschooling. Homeschooling will be hard, but u can still care for your baby and get an education(I would use this if u can't use the 1st one) (there are more options but these are the most common, plz do what works for u and you kid) Wish u the best of luck. I hope you and your baby are healthy and happy. I also hope u can find/use the best option for the situation while continuing to have an education. Luv u girl ❤️
@ShadrachThaProject TV Without going into too much detail about what I went through, I made some very poor choices in terms of who I chose to hang out with and what I chose to do with them that led me to this point.
@@lucysoul7073 YESSS! This is me hanging out with some friends…. I’ve made friends with Jen Cutting IRL. Jen has cultivated the most supportive community, even if it is on Facebook. 🤮 It’s literally the only reason I open FB. Jen is Jess’ BFF & has a much smaller channel. ✨✨Jen also has a great charity called “Supplies for Life”. It’s a great way to give back AND you know exactly where your $$ is going.
Jess seems cool I'm on month 7 white knuckle and have no support or understanding from anyone in real life. I'm the only person I've ever personally known to have any success with sobriety. So everyone I know is either still an addict, dead, in jail, or doesnt understand to the point of saying things like "you just don't do it, how hard is it"? My own fiance told me "you cant do it, dont even pretend your going to try". That was fun. Jess makes me feel like I'm not alone in this battle, which I very much am otherwise. I saw a post the other day saying she wasnt getting the views she would like to so shes thinking of leaving YT. I really didnt think that was the point. I hope that was just frustration talking. People still need you jess. I've never known a real life example of a successful rehabilitation. Its nice to see that it's possible and that I'm doing good.
Can I just say how much I love your videos? You taught me compassion and helped me seeing how awfully closes minded I was and drastically changed my opinion and behaviour towards people who have been to prison or had an addiction. Thank you! ❤️❤️
You have NO idea how much your comment means to me! Changing perspectives about prison/ addiction is vital to bringing about change..and that starts with awareness. Ty for listening w/ an open mind and an open heart! 💚
Also I have ADHD and can really relate to the impulsivity. You're pissed off and/or feeling a lot of things and you just want to do something immediately about whatever the situation is, and in those cases, not doing the thing almost feels like the wrong thing to do. If that makes sense.
If we could FOCUS on one thing, maybe we wouldn’t be impulsive! I’m bipolar, which includes ADHD at no extra charge. Dr Todd Grande has described bipolar disorder as “periods of mania, depression, and a history of bad decision making”. Most accurate description ever.
Yo you guys understand it what age do you so annoying and impulsiveness is also the worst and no one’s gonna happen that it really affects your school and state of mind and it’s just really annoying
I binge watched a lot of your videos today and honestly you really opened my mind up in a lot of ways, I can't even put this into right words so Thank You!
Girl these types of story times are my favourite, you're such a good storyteller I can picture everything in my head. Always look forward to your videos!
I can relate to all this, I can relate to your former lifestyle as I was exactly the same way until I went to prison and then I got out and had my son I'm sober now in your videos are a huge part of that.... So I appreciate the hell out of you Jessica Kent.. 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
The contrast between the person you were in your late teens and early 20’s and the person you are now is absolutely stunning. You are living proof that sobriety is always possible no matter how desperate one’s circumstances and how impossible recovery might seem.
I love how real you are, I’ve learned so much from you….so proud of you for how far you’ve come…love how you talk about mental health…the only thing I’ve had is a speeding ticket so this is such an insight into the addiction and jailed world
Jess, I was diagnosed at like 9 with ADHD and my mom didn't wanna put me on meds. So for years I was without medication. I'm 51 and just started ADHD meds two years ago and it has made such a huge difference in my life. I was never upset with my mom and just figured since i was without for so long I'd be okay but then saw a psychiatrist and was actually put on a few diff meds. I also am an addict in recovery. I started at 26 till 49 it was detox tx and relapse over over and over again. I never thought I could get clean. My doc was blues the only clean time I had is when I was pregnant. I had an excellent support system and finally I was like I just can't do this anymore so at 49 I seekd help and I couldn't be in a better place. I really enjoy watching your videos and think you have the cutest family ❤️ I just wanted to share that with you and to thank you for being so transparent with us. That's what I love the most about you 🥰
I got introduced to your channel because of Larry Lawton. I'm a recovered addict that works in addiction recovery. You're so right that people need to have more awareness and empathy for people with psychological issues and mental health issues. It's always frustrated me that generations above us seem to think we're weak because that's what we deal with. We're not. You're not. You're an amazing young lady, and thank you for everything you do.
Jess, I'm 6.5 months sober, I was doing really good until 2 weeks ago, I had a dream in which I relapsed, and when I woke up I felt so guilty and betrayed, since then physical symptoms have doubled down (chills, shakes, stomach problems) which I know is my brain railing against my body in an attempt to get me to break and I feel like a 2 monther again. How long will this go on? I thought I was doing sooo much better than I apparently am. Tell me this isnt forever, you must know how long 7 months white knuckle feels...
@@ellen3131 sometimes I dont believe I've got it. But I'd like to say that I won't betray myself in that way. The thought of starting sobriety over isn't something I can stomach. I think I'll be ok.
@@melkiah5983 Also remember it's perfectly fine to ask for help. It must be a tough struggle. You don't have to fight it alone. Maybe reach out to the group that Jess mentions in her video intro.
They say the post acute withdrawal symptoms can last up to 18 months. 6.5 months is a big deal, ur mind is still healing a counselor once told me (he was recovering addict) that using dreams are a free high u donf have to feel guilty about. But the fact that it does make u feel guilty is a good thing it means u don't wanna go back. The best advise I have for you is if u consider urself to be white knuckling it thru u need help, u gotta find a therapist or meeting or after Care program u need to work thru all the shame and guilt and the trauma uve endured. If u don't change ur mind sobriety will only be temporary. Putting down the drugs is the most important part I am not discrediting u at all I just don't wanna see u fall back. Fight for ur life girl fight as hard as we did to get drugs. I relate so much, if u ever need someone u can reach out even if u just need to vent. Ur worth it, congratulations on 6.5 months it's a huge deal!!!!!
I’m so glad I discovered you through watching a video you did with Cg_kid…I can listen to you talk all day…It’s 4 in the morning and this is like the 10th video of yours I’ve watched. My new favorite UA-camr!
HI JESS!!! IM CURRENTLY A CNA & BEEN 1 FOR 11YRS NOW & RECENTLY LEFT MY JOB AT THE V.A. WRKING FOR THE STATE OF FL & NOW TRAVEL & NOW ON MY 1ST ASSIGNMENT IN LARGO,FL.. I KNW THE FEELING OF 16HRS & IT SUX & I SOOO DONT MISS THAT.. I NOW ONLY WRK 12HR JOBS & 3DAYS A WK & BANKING PRETTY DECENT $$.. BEEN TO JAIL (NOTHING MAJOR) BUT NEVER PRISON HOWEVER I ALWAYS FIND YOUR VIDS INTERESTING.. MUCH LOVE TO U & YOUR FAM JESS FROM FL..
Omg Jess. You mentioned the 23 & 1 cells, & I experienced that for 2 long, awful weeks. It is literally torture being locked in a cage for 23 hours a day. & some of the COs were so petty & would lock us up for that one hour we got out for stupid, stupid reasons. It was just miserable. I’m glad to have found out they don’t lock the women up like that anymore in our county jail.
Don't hate your younger self. Dislike/hate the things you did then, but don't hate who you were. That younger you made you a stronger and better person now.
It's so crazy that when we were young and in our prime we knew everything. Now we know better. JESS your videos rock. Thanks again for all the hard work that you put into your videos.
14:27 My dude Micka is so fucking strong. She survived her mother being 80 pounds and on drugs. She grew with what it seems like no complications form that.She’s really a miracle baby also the fact that she saved Jess’s life.
Im a 6 ft 180 lb woman...lots older now...NOT a fighter but it helped to look like it...thank God people steered away from me when I had my "asshole face" on.......thank God its all over now...
I am happy you are sharing your experiences in prison and that you have changed for the better and realized where you were going wrong. Good luck and I love your videos❤❤.
I have the greatest respect for you. Your raw, no bullsh*t approach to everything in life is inspiring to this 44yr old.. I’ve never been to Jail or committed any crimes (< that statement is questionable when I was a lot younger - party drugs & stuff I thought was fun) but I relate to many of your addiction issues (had spinal surgery & got his hooked on Oxy’s + Benzo’s). Your strength amazes me. And, if I was ever in Jail I hope it’d be with a cool cat like yourself 😘✌🏼 Sorry: old Aussie lady rant OVER 😬🤦🏻♀️
I'm a CNA too. Since Covid happened 16hr shifts are normal bc we are so short staffed..I actually just gotta out of it. Start a new job that pays more tomorrow. It's crazy how much I can relate to you. Thanks for your content.
@@JessicaKent I too started my journey, into ADHD-World, in my 30's. Like you, it helped me understand my own high-risk behavior, my addictions, my successes, and my failures. Not that ADHD was "the excuse", but the "reason why". Understand that, along with medication, completely changed my life for the better. It's not always "rainbows & sunshine", but even during the low-spots/set-backs, it's 100x better than life was. Best of luck... stay strong... ask for help, when you need it... and enjoy the ride. :)
@@McLovin208 No, because it's the most understood neurological condition, in medicine. Dr. Russell Barkley, and Thomas E. Brown, PhD, are world regarded experts in the field. Their videos are a great start. Just search... Russell Barkley ADHD Thomas Brown ADHD
@@jupiterjunk I should see a doc. I was good at many things like quizzes and writing, so no one including me never found an issue. But I'm really terrible at focusing, preparing for exams... Etc
duuuude, you gotta tell more stories like this ! this was crazy entertaining, LOL you tell it well too, because i can picture the scenes, the people, the way you tell it. though in all seriousness, that you are one of the few who actually made that turn around, like larry lawton, afterprisonshow, and christina , good on ya hun, keep it up ! you should do motivational speaking as well as youth outreach to help wayward adolescents who are going down the wrong path , you could also be a good speaker in minimum and medium security, as well as YDCs, to motivate those locked up, that, they can change for the better,t hey can overcome and move forward.
My time as a criminal made me realize that wasn't the life for me...I'm not a very brave person and in that world you constantly gotta defend yourself in some form or another,,,went to jail figured out real quick i wasnt a gangster .
It never ceases to amaze me how God can change people from who they used to be ( myself included). Now helping others. I get the mandated thing. I'm a retired RN and hated being mandated.
god didn’t “change” her. she changed herself. christians believe in free will yeah? he doesn’t get the credit for turning her life around.. i do know you mean well
I honestly know I wouldn’t survive being in jail. I hate confrontations. I’ve been in fights in middle school and high school. But since then, I’ve gotten to where I avoid fights. Also, love you, Jess! You’re an inspiration to me. Whenever I’m depressed, I just think to myself, “Time to watch Jessica’s videos.” And I end up feeling so much better. ❤️❤️❤️
Jess you are way more than right. I'm not gonna lie, I was involved the the "trading" industry a while back before I cleaned myself up, but I always knew that if person A is hustling, and person B narcs out person A, person B is liable to be killed. It's a dangerous way to make a shiteload of money for either side. But we were both young at the time and it's hard to blame that concept. Stay cool.
I can relate to the whole "Im FrOm ThE bRoNx" thing. One of my childhood friends would always talk tough to people and be like "dont fight me Im from the bronx, Ill kick your ass." And the rest of us would all say "dude you moved away when you were 2, youre from middle class long island suburbia."
To be honest, some of what you said puts into context some of the bad parenting decisions my dad (who also has ADHD) made. He did some of the same types of moves in the name of protecting me that you did against that other gal - I don't mean the actual beating her up, mind you, I mean some of the other moves - blocking and trapping and other such behavior. In my dad's case, it led to him doing something he regretted - but while he hasn't actually beaten me his impulsivity is still something of an issue with him when I'm having a meltdown (especially if I am expressing fear of being trapped by someone who might attack or torture me or bully me with nowhere to run - which is a pretty scary fear and can lead to doing some desperate things, like as in the kind of things that make it somewhat lucky I wasn't arrested, as I would likely have been arrested for some of those things had I been black even if the "worst" of those things were more projecting an image and didn't lead to actual hurt - and if you have a kid or charge, please don't leave them in situations with bullies with nowhere to run and nobody to stop them - it's a no-win, either they get crushed or they have a fighting spirit and risk getting in trouble and will get arrested if they are unlucky).
Lmbo on the NY thing. I was about as upstate as you can get, south of Buffalo on the PA border. I gave up telling people I’m from NY because they’d start asking me if I was from the Bronx, or the Village or whatnot. And then I’d say no, upstate. Then it was, “Syracuse?” “No” “Buffalo?” “No” etc.
Hi! I have a question for you , you probably won’t see this but, How does gossip work in prison? Will the staff take action if they overhear gossip, and what sort of gossip would be spread? I would love to see a video that answers this sort of thing if there hasn’t been a video already
I got my ADD/ADHD diagnosis at age 31 after i went to a psychiatrist after handling losing my mom in a wrong way. I was even more agressive than normal. Psychiatrist says you ever got tested for ADD/ADHD? So i went sure everyone has it these days. But i got in an arguement outside his window and saw me fly off the handle in a second so that 's what made him think about getting tested.
I know it was wrong but its cool that one CO had your back. And you know what, don't beat yourself up too much. I think a lot of us cared a lot about "our rep" back then.
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Thanks for having info for people that may need help.p
Can you do a video on what happens to your belongings when you get incarcerated?
Can you do a video about telling us exactly what happens like while your being aressted like on the way to jail and the first night there and stuff like that
I'm 15. My daughter is to be born in January.
I used to be in a messed up crowd. Ages 12-14. Then I found out I was having a kid and EVERYTHING changed. I'm not okay, I'm not perfect. But Jess helps me get through it.
"Stay sober, whatever that means to you."
Thank you. So much.
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Being a teen mom takes a lot of work, but if willing to make responsible decisions and work hard, you can have any life and success you want. I was pregnant with our first child at 16. Still earned my degrees (law), had a successful marriage & family and bought my dream home. Any life you want is possible. Just be the woman you hope your daughter grows up to be, and you'll succeed..
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I know this may be awkward to ask, but do you have any advice for how to manage being a teen mom in school? That's my biggest concern, that I won't be able to get an education and provide a stable environment for my daughter to grow up. I don't want her to make the same mistakes that I have in the past.
@@cassiopeia8532 ok this might not work for all situations but honestly if you have supportive, trustworthy parent leave your child with them when your at school. Another option is homeschooling. Homeschooling will be hard, but u can still care for your baby and get an education(I would use this if u can't use the 1st one) (there are more options but these are the most common, plz do what works for u and you kid)
Wish u the best of luck. I hope you and your baby are healthy and happy. I also hope u can find/use the best option for the situation while continuing to have an education. Luv u girl ❤️
@ShadrachThaProject TV Without going into too much detail about what I went through, I made some very poor choices in terms of who I chose to hang out with and what I chose to do with them that led me to this point.
I am literally so into your videos lately you are such a sweet , open mind and non judgmental person I really enjoy watching you!
Ty so much!
Dude right?! i have been watching her for almost two years now and I consider her my closest friends 😂
@@lucysoul7073 YESSS! This is me hanging out with some friends….
I’ve made friends with Jen Cutting IRL. Jen has cultivated the most supportive community, even if it is on Facebook. 🤮 It’s literally the only reason I open FB. Jen is Jess’ BFF & has a much smaller channel.
✨✨Jen also has a great charity called “Supplies for Life”. It’s a great way to give back AND you know exactly where your $$ is going.
Jess seems cool I'm on month 7 white knuckle and have no support or understanding from anyone in real life. I'm the only person I've ever personally known to have any success with sobriety. So everyone I know is either still an addict, dead, in jail, or doesnt understand to the point of saying things like "you just don't do it, how hard is it"?
My own fiance told me "you cant do it, dont even pretend your going to try". That was fun.
Jess makes me feel like I'm not alone in this battle, which I very much am otherwise.
I saw a post the other day saying she wasnt getting the views she would like to so shes thinking of leaving YT. I really didnt think that was the point. I hope that was just frustration talking. People still need you jess. I've never known a real life example of a successful rehabilitation. Its nice to see that it's possible and that I'm doing good.
I’ve been watching since Spring. I agree with you, and I’ve learned a lot about mental health, my mental health, watching Jessica’s posts.
Can I just say how much I love your videos? You taught me compassion and helped me seeing how awfully closes minded I was and drastically changed my opinion and behaviour towards people who have been to prison or had an addiction. Thank you! ❤️❤️
You have NO idea how much your comment means to me! Changing perspectives about prison/ addiction is vital to bringing about change..and that starts with awareness. Ty for listening w/ an open mind and an open heart! 💚
Love to hear this ❤
Love to hear that Jess is slowly changing the world, one person at a time!
Also I have ADHD and can really relate to the impulsivity. You're pissed off and/or feeling a lot of things and you just want to do something immediately about whatever the situation is, and in those cases, not doing the thing almost feels like the wrong thing to do. If that makes sense.
If we could FOCUS on one thing, maybe we wouldn’t be impulsive!
I’m bipolar, which includes ADHD at no extra charge. Dr Todd Grande has described bipolar disorder as “periods of mania, depression, and a history of bad decision making”. Most accurate description ever.
Yo you guys understand it what age do you so annoying and impulsiveness is also the worst and no one’s gonna happen that it really affects your school and state of mind and it’s just really annoying
The smallest guy or girl can be the most dangerous! Never judge a book by it's cover 💯💕
I’m so proud of how far you’ve come. Ex-cons need to be given more credit.
And sooo many more gainful employment opportunities.
I’m so proud of you for overcoming your demons, you’re one of the best people I know! Love you! 💜
You've been posting the new videos around my lunch time recently and I LOVE IT!! Gives me some relaxation halfway through my work day!
I binge watched a lot of your videos today and honestly you really opened my mind up in a lot of ways, I can't even put this into right words so Thank You!
Girl these types of story times are my favourite, you're such a good storyteller I can picture everything in my head. Always look forward to your videos!
You're like my therapy 🙂 listening to you opens my eyes. Thank you for sharing your life 💖 Love you girl ❤️🙏
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You are Hadassah. You are helping so many ppl!!! Salute
I can relate to all this, I can relate to your former lifestyle as I was exactly the same way until I went to prison and then I got out and had my son I'm sober now in your videos are a huge part of that.... So I appreciate the hell out of you Jessica Kent.. 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Congrats dude! I'm happy for you!
The contrast between the person you were in your late teens and early 20’s and the person you are now is absolutely stunning. You are living proof that sobriety is always possible no matter how desperate one’s circumstances and how impossible recovery might seem.
I love how real you are, I’ve learned so much from you….so proud of you for how far you’ve come…love how you talk about mental health…the only thing I’ve had is a speeding ticket so this is such an insight into the addiction and jailed world
Jess, I was diagnosed at like 9 with ADHD and my mom didn't wanna put me on meds. So for years I was without medication. I'm 51 and just started ADHD meds two years ago and it has made such a huge difference in my life. I was never upset with my mom and just figured since i was without for so long I'd be okay but then saw a psychiatrist and was actually put on a few diff meds. I also am an addict in recovery. I started at 26 till 49 it was detox tx and relapse over over and over again. I never thought I could get clean. My doc was blues the only clean time I had is when I was pregnant. I had an excellent support system and finally I was like I just can't do this anymore so at 49 I seekd help and I couldn't be in a better place. I really enjoy watching your videos and think you have the cutest family ❤️ I just wanted to share that with you and to thank you for being so transparent with us. That's what I love the most about you 🥰
I got introduced to your channel because of Larry Lawton. I'm a recovered addict that works in addiction recovery. You're so right that people need to have more awareness and empathy for people with psychological issues and mental health issues. It's always frustrated me that generations above us seem to think we're weak because that's what we deal with. We're not. You're not. You're an amazing young lady, and thank you for everything you do.
Always love your story times! ❤️
Thank you for all you do for others. You are truly an inspiration for others ❤
Love these stories! Love you Jess!
You had to live that life to be who you are today! God bless you 🙌🏽
I’ve been following you for over 3 years. I find your content to be very informative.
so glad to have an updated version of this story! thanks for sharing jess
Jess, I'm 6.5 months sober, I was doing really good until 2 weeks ago, I had a dream in which I relapsed, and when I woke up I felt so guilty and betrayed, since then physical symptoms have doubled down (chills, shakes, stomach problems) which I know is my brain railing against my body in an attempt to get me to break and I feel like a 2 monther again. How long will this go on? I thought I was doing sooo much better than I apparently am. Tell me this isnt forever, you must know how long 7 months white knuckle feels...
I don't know you and I'm not an addict. But please hang in there!! You've come so far already, keep fighting. You can do this.
@@ellen3131 sometimes I dont believe I've got it. But I'd like to say that I won't betray myself in that way. The thought of starting sobriety over isn't something I can stomach. I think I'll be ok.
@@melkiah5983 Also remember it's perfectly fine to ask for help. It must be a tough struggle. You don't have to fight it alone. Maybe reach out to the group that Jess mentions in her video intro.
@@ellen3131 I'll consider that, thank you for your words. It means more than you think to someone whose going it alone.
They say the post acute withdrawal symptoms can last up to 18 months. 6.5 months is a big deal, ur mind is still healing a counselor once told me (he was recovering addict) that using dreams are a free high u donf have to feel guilty about. But the fact that it does make u feel guilty is a good thing it means u don't wanna go back. The best advise I have for you is if u consider urself to be white knuckling it thru u need help, u gotta find a therapist or meeting or after Care program u need to work thru all the shame and guilt and the trauma uve endured. If u don't change ur mind sobriety will only be temporary. Putting down the drugs is the most important part I am not discrediting u at all I just don't wanna see u fall back. Fight for ur life girl fight as hard as we did to get drugs. I relate so much, if u ever need someone u can reach out even if u just need to vent. Ur worth it, congratulations on 6.5 months it's a huge deal!!!!!
I’m so glad I discovered you through watching a video you did with Cg_kid…I can listen to you talk all day…It’s 4 in the morning and this is like the 10th video of yours I’ve watched. My new favorite UA-camr!
Jess I worked in home health in the STL mo area and I worked 16 hour days all the time. The money was good sure, but it was so rough. I feel you. 🥺
I am here because I just watched your story on Christina's channel. It was so emotional. I am so glad you got your little girl. :)
HI JESS!!! IM CURRENTLY A CNA & BEEN 1 FOR 11YRS NOW & RECENTLY LEFT MY JOB AT THE V.A. WRKING FOR THE STATE OF FL & NOW TRAVEL & NOW ON MY 1ST ASSIGNMENT IN LARGO,FL.. I KNW THE FEELING OF 16HRS & IT SUX & I SOOO DONT MISS THAT.. I NOW ONLY WRK 12HR JOBS & 3DAYS A WK & BANKING PRETTY DECENT $$.. BEEN TO JAIL (NOTHING MAJOR) BUT NEVER PRISON HOWEVER I ALWAYS FIND YOUR VIDS INTERESTING.. MUCH LOVE TO U & YOUR FAM JESS FROM FL..
Omg Jess. You mentioned the 23 & 1 cells, & I experienced that for 2 long, awful weeks. It is literally torture being locked in a cage for 23 hours a day. & some of the COs were so petty & would lock us up for that one hour we got out for stupid, stupid reasons. It was just miserable. I’m glad to have found out they don’t lock the women up like that anymore in our county jail.
Don't hate your younger self. Dislike/hate the things you did then, but don't hate who you were. That younger you made you a stronger and better person now.
Why? Her younger self seems violent
It's so crazy that when we were young and in our prime we knew everything. Now we know better. JESS your videos rock. Thanks again for all the hard work that you put into your videos.
14:27 My dude Micka is so fucking strong. She survived her mother being 80 pounds and on drugs. She grew with what it seems like no complications form that.She’s really a miracle baby also the fact that she saved Jess’s life.
Im a 6 ft 180 lb woman...lots older now...NOT a fighter but it helped to look like it...thank God people steered away from me when I had my "asshole face" on.......thank God its all over now...
Finally your videos are popping up again. I missed them girl..
I am happy you are sharing your experiences in prison and that you have changed for the better and realized where you were going wrong. Good luck and I love your videos❤❤.
An inspiration. All people make poor choices sometimes....doesn't make us bad people!!!
I just love getting these video notifications Jess! Such a great content. Love from Israel ❤❤
I have the greatest respect for you.
Your raw, no bullsh*t approach to everything in life is inspiring to this 44yr old.. I’ve never been to Jail or committed any crimes (< that statement is questionable when I was a lot younger - party drugs & stuff I thought was fun) but I relate to many of your addiction issues (had spinal surgery & got his hooked on Oxy’s + Benzo’s). Your strength amazes me.
And, if I was ever in Jail I hope it’d be with a cool cat like yourself 😘✌🏼
Sorry: old Aussie lady rant OVER 😬🤦🏻♀️
Yay another great storytime, and yes I've seen the first video about this and this new one made much more sense
You’re an amazing human, so proud of you! 💜
I'm a CNA too. Since Covid happened 16hr shifts are normal bc we are so short staffed..I actually just gotta out of it. Start a new job that pays more tomorrow. It's crazy how much I can relate to you. Thanks for your content.
Good morning Jess! Hope you've had a great day so far! Much love girl! 💚💚💚
Gm!!!! 💚
"ewok village" I'm dead girl! 😂😂😂
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hi just wanted to say that I hope you're doing alright, thanks for bringing us another video 💜
Ty! 💚
Girl I just found you and LOOVE your channel and content. So unique and educational. WE STAN
ADHD?
Let me be one of the first to welcome you to the club.
Glad you got the diagnosis.
Now the learning, healing, and life strategies can begin.
Soooo much learning rn! Lol ty 💚
@@JessicaKent
I too started my journey, into ADHD-World, in my 30's. Like you, it helped me understand my own high-risk behavior, my addictions, my successes, and my failures. Not that ADHD was "the excuse", but the "reason why".
Understand that, along with medication, completely changed my life for the better. It's not always "rainbows & sunshine", but even during the low-spots/set-backs, it's 100x better than life was.
Best of luck... stay strong... ask for help, when you need it... and enjoy the ride.
:)
@@jupiterjunk I think I have ADHD. Is it serious
@@McLovin208
No, because it's the most understood neurological condition, in medicine.
Dr. Russell Barkley, and Thomas E. Brown, PhD, are world regarded experts in the field.
Their videos are a great start.
Just search...
Russell Barkley ADHD
Thomas Brown ADHD
@@jupiterjunk I should see a doc. I was good at many things like quizzes and writing, so no one including me never found an issue. But I'm really terrible at focusing, preparing for exams... Etc
Love story time video,tx for sharing another part of your story...
I literally just love you and your message , plz keep it up u fkn rock my girl!!!💓💓💓💓
You are amazing! I’m so proud of you!!!! Keep up all the good work!
Your storytimes are the BEST!! Lol 😂
duuuude, you gotta tell more stories like this ! this was crazy entertaining, LOL you tell it well too, because i can picture the scenes, the people, the way you tell it.
though in all seriousness, that you are one of the few who actually made that turn around, like larry lawton, afterprisonshow, and christina , good on ya hun, keep it up ! you should do motivational speaking as well as youth outreach to help wayward adolescents who are going down the wrong path , you could also be a good speaker in minimum and medium security, as well as YDCs, to motivate those locked up, that, they can change for the better,t hey can overcome and move forward.
My time as a criminal made me realize that wasn't the life for me...I'm not a very brave person and in that world you constantly gotta defend yourself in some form or another,,,went to jail figured out real quick i wasnt a gangster .
Best wishes to you.. Hope you are doing great now.
@@McLovin208 Thank you for the wishes..I am doing fantastic now model citizen with age comes wisdom.
@@NickPCage awesome
i love your channel and your energy!!
that eyeshadow thoooo 😍
It never ceases to amaze me how God can change people from who they used to be ( myself included). Now helping others. I get the mandated thing. I'm a retired RN and hated being mandated.
It’s unfair to the patients, too-obviously 😬
God didn't do SH*T for her, she did ALL the work herself. It's almost condescending to even suggest that
I don't think she credits God for turning her life around. But if God turned yours around from a life of sin, we're most certainly happy about that.
god didn’t “change” her. she changed herself. christians believe in free will yeah? he doesn’t get the credit for turning her life around.. i do know you mean well
It never ceases to amaze me how people attribute positive things to a god.
Yooooo Jess was legit about that life🤣🤣🤣
So glad you turned your life around.
This is a very good video. You're very good story teller. We can feel how angry you were and how much you grown now.
Please more !
I want to ty so much for sharing your story I hope it helps others
So exited for this video love story times!
I love that you clarify snitching
I honestly know I wouldn’t survive being in jail. I hate confrontations. I’ve been in fights in middle school and high school. But since then, I’ve gotten to where I avoid fights. Also, love you, Jess! You’re an inspiration to me. Whenever I’m depressed, I just think to myself, “Time to watch Jessica’s videos.” And I end up feeling so much better. ❤️❤️❤️
You would be surprised what you can survive !
Thank you for sharing 😊 glad you had the courage to grow from the person you use to be 💪🏻 our past doesn’t define us for who we are.
You need a t-shirt: “That’s not a flex. It’s a fact.”
This is a great binge watch
Jess you are way more than right. I'm not gonna lie, I was involved the the "trading" industry a while back before I cleaned myself up, but I always knew that if person A is hustling, and person B narcs out person A, person B is liable to be killed. It's a dangerous way to make a shiteload of money for either side. But we were both young at the time and it's hard to blame that concept. Stay cool.
I can relate to the whole "Im FrOm ThE bRoNx" thing. One of my childhood friends would always talk tough to people and be like "dont fight me Im from the bronx, Ill kick your ass." And the rest of us would all say "dude you moved away when you were 2, youre from middle class long island suburbia."
I love your storytimes.
Girl! I love you so much! I so relate to you. Keep doing what you do! Would love to come meet you sometime! Keep rocking those videos girl!
Ooh girl… I’m working in my addiction too. I dint feel I’m where you are cingrats and ty for the inspiration.. I had a Steve tooo! Omgoodness!!
A recent notification! Yay! I've been getting notifications mostly for videos from 2-3 years ago
UA-cam is trippin haha 💚
Discovered you through Larry the jewel guy and I could listen to these stories for hours.
Thank God you've matured since then, Jess.
LOVE a good story time! 🖤
You're so real. I'm just, Shaking my head.... you're so real.
Love your story time videosss
Yaaassss i have been waiting for another story time!!!!!!
Crazy message! Work hard & proud to do it. I’m not sure why you turn a positive to a negative.
This video just made me realize why I fought everyone until I had my first kid.
To be honest, some of what you said puts into context some of the bad parenting decisions my dad (who also has ADHD) made. He did some of the same types of moves in the name of protecting me that you did against that other gal - I don't mean the actual beating her up, mind you, I mean some of the other moves - blocking and trapping and other such behavior. In my dad's case, it led to him doing something he regretted - but while he hasn't actually beaten me his impulsivity is still something of an issue with him when I'm having a meltdown (especially if I am expressing fear of being trapped by someone who might attack or torture me or bully me with nowhere to run - which is a pretty scary fear and can lead to doing some desperate things, like as in the kind of things that make it somewhat lucky I wasn't arrested, as I would likely have been arrested for some of those things had I been black even if the "worst" of those things were more projecting an image and didn't lead to actual hurt - and if you have a kid or charge, please don't leave them in situations with bullies with nowhere to run and nobody to stop them - it's a no-win, either they get crushed or they have a fighting spirit and risk getting in trouble and will get arrested if they are unlucky).
Jess, ur amazing and I love you 😭😭
Lmbo on the NY thing. I was about as upstate as you can get, south of Buffalo on the PA border. I gave up telling people I’m from NY because they’d start asking me if I was from the Bronx, or the Village or whatnot. And then I’d say no, upstate. Then it was, “Syracuse?” “No” “Buffalo?” “No” etc.
Hi! I have a question for you , you probably won’t see this but,
How does gossip work in prison? Will the staff take action if they overhear gossip, and what sort of gossip would be spread?
I would love to see a video that answers this sort of thing if there hasn’t been a video already
Oh wow good question! Everyone gossips...even staff lol but thats a whole video...bc it reminds me a story of when that went wrong!
Love Me a Jessica storytelling, my hands down fav videos
Looking stunning as ever!
Jess is giving total effortless beauty looks in her prison mugshot I just 😍😍😍😍
I love your new background! Love you!
Love you Jessica 😍 from the south africa 🇿🇦
Love watching your videos!
My dad raised me to keep my mouth shut, snitches get stitches. Good, bad or indifferent it's just the way it was.
I got my ADD/ADHD diagnosis at age 31 after i went to a psychiatrist after handling losing my mom in a wrong way. I was even more agressive than normal. Psychiatrist says you ever got tested for ADD/ADHD? So i went sure everyone has it these days. But i got in an arguement outside his window and saw me fly off the handle in a second so that 's what made him think about getting tested.
I don't think I've ever been able to watch one of your videos so soon after it drops! Perks of being up at 4am 🤗🤗
You really are an amazing person.
I know it was wrong but its cool that one CO had your back. And you know what, don't beat yourself up too much. I think a lot of us cared a lot about "our rep" back then.
Thanxs for sharing! 👍
This one hits different!
Honestly proud to say that I've been here a long time and remember watching the original video. 😂
HELLO! Your hair looks so beautiful and healthy
Welll ty! 😀
Just started watching- long time watcher- discord gang- and know this video will be great!
Yay! Since I turn the notification bell back on (since UA-cam turned it off) I got a notification right to my phone so it’s working again!
Yay!