The end of the year is closing in fast — just a little over three weeks until we step into 2026. And if you’re anything like most people (myself included), this time of year pulls you into that reflective space. You start sizing up your life, your habits, your progress… and the truth about what needs to change becomes a little harder to ignore. So here’s the real question:What are your financial goals for 2026 — and what steps will you actually take to make them happen? Not vague hopes. Not “one day” dreams. Concrete targets with actions behind them. Maybe it’s paying off a credit card. Maybe it’s finally starting that investment portfolio. Maybe it’s building a real emergency fund so life can’t knock you off balance so easily. Or maybe it’s shifting your mindset so you stop self-sabotaging the progress you’re trying to make. Whatever your goals are, share them here in the community. Put them into words. Let this space hold you accountable. And let’s walk into 2026 with purpose, not just aspirations. Your next level doesn’t show up by accident — you build it. Let’s start now.

Every one of us is carrying around a money identity — a story about who we are with money, what we deserve, and what’s “possible” for someone like us. Most of those stories weren’t created by choice. They were shaped by trauma, survival mode, instability, lack of access, and the environments we grew up in. But here’s the truth: Your money identity is not permanent. It’s a script — and scripts can be rewritten. If your story sounds like:“I’m bad with money.”“I can’t save.”“I’ll always be struggling.”“I’m not an investor.”…those aren’t facts. They’re old beliefs that never got challenged. To rewrite your money story, start here: 1. Identify the old script. What did you hear growing up? What did you live through? What did you internalize? 2. Catch the moments where you repeat it. Every impulse spend, every moment you shut down around money, every time you avoid looking at your account — those are identity echoes. 3. Replace the script with a new one. “I make decisions that protect my future.” “I invest because my goals matter.” “I spend like a person who knows their worth. ”Identity shifts come from repeated action, not wishful thinking. 4. Take one small action that aligns with the new identity. A spending pause. A $10 automatic transfer to savings. Opening your first investing account. Small steps repeated rewrite the whole narrative. Your past shaped your old money identity, but you get the final edit. Share below if you’re rewriting your story — and what your new money identity looks like.

Everyone’s money journey looks different — but one thing’s for sure: clarity creates momentum. So let’s open up the conversation… 👀 What are your current money goals? No goal is too big or too small. Whether you’re working on saving your first $500, paying off debt, building an emergency fund, investing consistently, launching a business, or just trying to spend with more purpose — share it. 🎯 What are you working toward? 🛠️ What’s helping you stay on track? 🚧 Where are you feeling stuck or challenged? Drop your goals in the comments. And if you’re not sure yet — that’s okay too. Sometimes, hearing someone else’s goal is the spark we need to set our own. Let’s keep each other accountable. Let’s grow together. 💪🏾💰#ThinkOutsideTheCell #MoneyGoals #SSIWay

Family — I'm excited to announce the official launch of my brand new podcast: Voices from the Grind, dropping every Tuesday on the Think Outside the Cell YouTube channel. This podcast is about real people, with real stories, making real money moves after incarceration. Each episode features justice-impacted individuals who are learning how to get financially literate, take control of their money, and build a better future — in real time — with coaching directly from me. We’re talking: 💬 Raw conversations 📈 Practical money strategies 🧠 Mindset shifts 🚫 No fluff. Just elevation. These stories aren’t just inspiring — they’re instructional. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or already making moves, you’ll walk away with something valuable from every episode. 🔔 Episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays 📺 Watch on YouTube: Think Outside the Cell ✅ Subscribe and share to help us amplify the movement This is financial re-entry in action. Let’s run the numbers and run up the views — because freedom isn’t just about release; it’s about rebuilding with confidence. Let’s go.— Joe

Think Outside the Cell isn’t just a community. It's not just a book. It’s not just a movement. It’s a lifestyle. It’s a mindset. It’s a decision. It's a way of being — every single day. To Think Outside the Cell means you no longer define yourself by what you’ve been through or where you’ve been. Whether that “cell” was a prison, a poverty mindset, a toxic relationship, addiction, shame, or the weight of expectations — you’ve chosen to step beyond it. It’s about: - Refusing to let your past become your ceiling. - Reclaiming your power to choose, grow, and lead. - Building wealth on your terms — mentally, spiritually, financially. - Living with purpose, not just surviving. - Thinking like an owner, not just a consumer. People who Think Outside the Cell wake up asking, What can I build today? They no longer wait for permission. They take responsibility, not just for their finances — but for their future. This is a community built around that energy.We celebrate progress, not perfection. We believe in second chances, but we also believe in next levels. 💬 Reflection Prompt for You: What does Thinking Outside the Cell mean to you today — in your thoughts, your habits, your relationships, or your money? Drop a comment and let us know how you’re living this lifestyle. 👇🏾 Let’s build.