In this chapter, a routine trip home turns into an unexpected moment of truth. What starts as jokes, chores, and familiar comfort with his mother opens into a raw conversation about pain, purpose, and finally admitting, “I’m not okay.” As memories of childhood, survival, and silence come to the surface, Reggie begins to understand where his strength came from, and why telling his story matters. This chapter is about being seen, being honest, and realizing it’s finally time to live the life yo...