Feelings Of Those Returning to Society

Mulberry Tree Ministries recognizes the feelings and anxieties of those returning to society. The hope is that the healing of Jesus Christ and the indwelling Holy Spirit can mitigate these feelings and empower the justice-involved to have successful reentries.

• “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” (Deut 31:6)

Feelings Of Those Returning to Society

1. Shock and Confusion
2. Intense Stress
3. Emotions Unstable and Hard To Control
4. Short Attention Span
5. Impulsive Behavior
6. Feeling Overwhelmed
7. Feelings Of Alienation
8. Hostile, Aggressive Actions
9. Outbursts Of Rage
10. Resenting Criticism or Disapproval
11. Suspicious and Unable To Trust
12. Uncomfortable In Society
13. Hungry For Companionship
14. Isolated Socially and Emotionally
15. False Expectations Of Self and The World
16. Desire For Immediate Gratification
17. Fear Of Failure and Rejection
18. Surrender To Addictions
19. Deep Sense Of Anxiety and Vulnerability
20. Cycles Of Depression

[Released, by Lennie Spitale and Karen Swanson, p. 20]

Five Most Common Anxieties

1. Life Changes for all those involved
2. No Change of Heart Attitudes
3. Old Friends and Acquaintances
4. Addictions
5. Type of Crime and additional baggage

[Released, by Lennie Spitale and Karen Swanson, p. 24]