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Francisco Meyer

Hey there. I'm Francisco Meyer. If you're here, chances are you're looking for a way forward—or maybe just some proof that it's possible to change.

A Bit About Me

I'm not proud of everything in my past. Growing up in East LA, I was part of the gang life. It was all I knew, all I saw around me. I did things I can't take back. Hurt people who didn't deserve it. Made choices that still keep me up some nights.

But here's what I learned: you're never too far gone to turn things around.

Fifteen years clean now. Married to my high school sweetheart—Maria stuck with me through the worst of it, and I still don't know why. Three kids who think their dad's alright. A job working with youth programs, trying to reach kids who remind me of myself at that age.

What Brought Me Here

After I got out, I had to figure out how to live with what I'd done. That's the part nobody talks about. You can change your life, but you can't change your past. It's still there, every morning when you wake up.

Forgiving myself was the hardest thing I've ever done. Harder than getting clean. Harder than facing the people I'd hurt. Because every time I started to feel okay, something would remind me of who I used to be, and the shame would hit all over again.

I write about this because I know I'm not the only one carrying that weight.

What You Can Expect

You'll find raw honesty here—no pretense, no polish, just truth. I'm not going to sugarcoat anything. But what you will get is street-smart wisdom and hard-won growth.

Expect me to talk about the hard stuff. Guilt, shame, regret—the things most people avoid.
Expect practical advice. Not theory. What actually worked for me and the people I work with.
Expect me to challenge you. Forgiving yourself isn't about letting yourself off the hook. It's about earning the right to move forward.

If you're feeling beyond saving, if you think there's no way back from what you've done—stick around. I've been where you are. And I'm still here, still trying, still proving every day that people can change.

— Francisco Meyer, proof that people change

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 = Francisco Meyer =
-Hey there, I'm Francisco Meyer. Welcome to my corner of the wiki. If you're here, chances are you're looking for some insights on happiness—or maybe just a bit of inspiration from someone who's been through the wringer and come out the other side.
+Hey there. I'm Francisco Meyer. If you're here, chances are you're looking for a way forward—or maybe just some proof that it's possible to change.
 == A Bit About Me ==
-Listen, I'm not proud of everything in my past. Growing up in East LA, I was part of the gang life. It was all I knew, all I saw around me. But here's what I learned: you're never too far gone to turn things around. Fifteen years clean now, and married to my high school sweetheart with three amazing kids, I've found a purpose that drives me every day.
+I'm not proud of everything in my past. Growing up in East LA, I was part of the gang life. It was all I knew, all I saw around me. I did things I can't take back. Hurt people who didn't deserve it. Made choices that still keep me up some nights.
+But here's what I learned: you're never too far gone to turn things around.
+Fifteen years clean now. Married to my high school sweetheart—Maria stuck with me through the worst of it, and I still don't know why. Three kids who think their dad's alright. A job working with youth programs, trying to reach kids who remind me of myself at that age.
 == What Brought Me Here ==
-After leaving the gang life behind, I started working with youth programs in East LA. Seeing these kids—so full of potential but often lost and confused—reminded me of myself at their age. It made me realize how important it is to talk about redemption, second chances, and the courage to change.
+After I got out, I had to figure out how to live with what I'd done. That's the part nobody talks about. You can change your life, but you can't change your past. It's still there, every morning when you wake up.
-Finding happiness is a huge part of that journey. When you're caught up in a life of chaos, joy is one of the first things to go. But learning to find peace, to appreciate the small things, is crucial for healing and growth. That's why I'm here—to share what I've learned about finding happiness even after the hardest times.
-== What Resonates with Me ==
+Forgiving myself was the hardest thing I've ever done. Harder than getting clean. Harder than facing the people I'd hurt. Because every time I started to feel okay, something would remind me of who I used to be, and the shame would hit all over again.
-I write about redemption because it's a journey I know all too well. I write about second chances because I've been given more than my fair share. And I write about happiness because it's the foundation of any meaningful change. When you can't find joy, when your mind is always racing with regret, it's hard to find the clarity needed to make real changes in your life.
+I write about this because I know I'm not the only one carrying that weight.
 == What You Can Expect ==
-You'll find raw honesty here—no pretense, no polish, just truth. I'm not going to sugarcoat anything. But what you will get is street-smart wisdom and hard-won growth. If you're feeling beyond saving, if you think there's no way out of the mess you're in, stick around. You might find some hope here.
+You'll find raw honesty here—no pretense, no polish, just truth. I'm not going to sugarcoat anything. But what you will get is street-smart wisdom and hard-won growth.
-I'll be diving into topics like:
-* The power of gratitude in healing from trauma
-* How small joys can transform your life
-* Finding purpose after mistakes
-* Overcoming shame and guilt
-== Join Me on This Journey ==
+* Expect me to talk about the hard stuff. Guilt, shame, regret—the things most people avoid.
+* Expect practical advice. Not theory. What actually worked for me and the people I work with.
+* Expect me to challenge you. Forgiving yourself isn't about letting yourself off the hook. It's about earning the right to move forward.
-If you're looking for a place to start over, to find some peace, or just to understand that you're not alone, you've come to the right place. I'm here to share my story, to offer some wisdom, and to remind you that no matter how far gone you feel, there's always a way back.
+If you're feeling beyond saving, if you think there's no way back from what you've done—stick around. I've been where you are. And I'm still here, still trying, still proving every day that people can change.
-*— Francisco Meyer, proof that people change*
+''— [[User:Francisco_Meyer|Francisco Meyer]], proof that people change''