Me, Alex Mack... The Beginning

The story of Alex Mack all began in west Philadelphia, where I was born and raised. I was playing on a playground, where I typically spent most of my days. I was just chillin’ out, maxin', relaxing all cool, shootin' some bball… right next to the pool, when a couple of guys who were up to no good - started makin' trouble up here in the hood. I got in one little fight…and then I got shot. 

After that, my life really got flipped upside down. I was hanging out with the wrong crowd, started smoking some marijuana which gateway drugged me into experimenting with other substances. My recreational use turned into an addiction, and I started dealing to make ends meet. This got me into serious trouble and I ended up owing some very dangerous thugs a lot of money. They eventually found me and put a bullet into my back, missing my spine by a mere centimeter.

I currently work for Crime Survivors as an advocate for all victims of violent crimes. I created this blog to help others, like me, find resources to help them cope with some of the obstacles I faced throughout my recovery and beyond. My goal is to make this blog interactive in the sense that I can address any questions or concerns that may arise with my fellow bloggers.

We are all survivors.  We are here to change ourselves and do good.