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Reentry is a powerful season of rebuilding — a time to step forward with hope, wisdom, and courage. It’s also a season when new challenges appear, especially in the world of money, jobs, and technology. Scammers know this, and they often target people who are starting over, hoping to take advantage of that fresh start.

When we talk about successful reentry for women coming home from incarceration, we often focus on the big picture—safe housing, stable employment, access to healthcare, and reconnecting with family. But what often goes unspoken are the daily life skills that many of us take for granted.

Coming home after incarceration is a powerful step - a new chapter filled with second chances, healing, and growth. One of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of reentry is rebuilding your financial foundation, starting with your credit.

Let’s talk about stress, why it shows up during reentry, and how you can begin to manage it with grace and self-compassion.