THE TOP 26 LESSONS THE CDCR TAUGHT ME IN PRISON

26. Violence is always a viable option.
25. Unprofessional conduct is the standard to aim for. Unless someone important is watching.
24. Waste happens. Who cares? It’s not my money.
23. Mindlessly submit to authority at all times.
22. Don’t plan ahead. Make it up as I go.
21. The government does not exist to look out for my interests.
20. Be impulsive. Take advantage before things change.
19. Don’t help others. It’s not allowed.
18. Act like I know everything. Even if I have no idea.
17. Threats and manipulation help me get my way.
16. Dehumanize others so they don’t take advantage.
15. Revenge is expected. Can’t show weakness.
14. My family, friends, and other relationships are scum.
13. Disrespecting elders is empowering.
12. Drug use is encouraged. Especially when subsidized by the State.
11. Don’t show emotion. Unless it’s anger.
10. It’s not fraud. I’m simply using the system to my advantage.
9. Education is unimportant. I’m too stoopid anyway.
8. Theft is okay. Just don’t get caught.
7. Public nudity should be a normal part of my day.
6. Sexual assault is funny and a useful tool.
5. Slavery is good business practice.
4. Gang mentality is profitable and keeps me safe.
3. Racism is natural and enforced by the State.
2. Other people’s needs, feelings, desires don’t matter.
1. I can positively not be trusted under any circumstance.

Errol Klein