From Captivity to Personal Growth: My Personal Journey and My Book
Jose Angel Pereira Ruimwyk
Leadership Coach & Motivational Speaker | Helping C-Suite & Entrepreneurs Connect Success & Fulfillment | Author of 'From Hero to Villain' | Former Citgo Petroleum CEO | 5-Year International Hostage Survivor.
Welcome to this week’s edition of “Building Resilience" were I share insights from my journey from captivity to personal growth.?
This journey, which has profoundly shaped my life, serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of faith, family, and self-discovery.?
A Journey of Survival and Transformation Five years ago, my life took an unexpected and harrowing turn when I became an international hostage.?
The experience was both physically and emotionally challenging, pushing me to my limits.?
However, amid the darkness, I found strength, hope, and a renewed sense of purpose that would guide me through my captivity and beyond.?
Rediscovering Faith and Family During my captivity, I found solace and strength in reconnecting with God through prayer and reading the Bible.
Despite the dire circumstances, these spiritual practices became lifelines, guiding me through the darkest days.?
I witnessed small miracles that nurtured my faith and provided a sense of divine presence, reminding me that even in the depths of despair, hope and resilience were within reach. Reading the Bible in jail became more than just a ritual; it was a profound experience that reawakened my faith.?
The stories and teachings resonated deeply, helping me to see beyond my immediate suffering and to understand that I was part of a larger, more meaningful journey.?
Praying became my sanctuary, a place where I could express my fears, seek guidance, and find comfort in the belief that God was with me every step of the way.?
My faith grew stronger with each passing day, and I began to see the miracles in the smallest things — a kind word from a fellow prisoner, a moment of peace amid chaos, and an unyielding hope that transcended my physical confines.?
These experiences not only fortified my belief in a higher power but also reinforced my resolve to endure and ultimately overcome my captivity.?
Rediscovering Family and Finding Strength in Love In addition to my renewed faith, my family’s unwavering support played a crucial role in my journey toward healing.?
Their love and encouragement were constant reminders that I was not alone.?
Their strength inspired me to hold on and to fight for a future where we could be reunited.?
This connection to my family not only sustained me during my captivity but also became a central part of my personal growth and healing process.
Writing as a Path to Healing?
After my release, I felt compelled to share my story. Writing my book was both a therapeutic process and a way to offer hope to others who might be facing their own battles.?
Having had the opportunity to smuggler letters in Jail with my wife during almost 3 years, that allowed us to compile around 100
It allowed me to process my experiences, to understand the depths of my resilience, and to see the journey from captivity to freedom as a path to personal growth.?
My book, which was released yesterday, is a testament to the power of resilience and the enduring strength of the human spirit. It details my journey, the lessons I’ve learned, and the ways in which my faith and family have guided me towards healing and personal growth.?
Join the Conversation I invite you to join me in my live podcast and LinkedIn audio room this week, where we will delve deeper into these themes.?
Together, we can explore how personal growth, spirituality, and the love of family can help us overcome adversity and build resilience.?
Thank you for being part of this journey with me.
Your support and engagement mean the world to me.?
Warm regards,?
José Pereira?
Leadership and Resilience Coach?
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About Jose Pereira
Jose Pereira, a former oil company executive with thirty-five years of experience and the former CEO of Citgo Petroleum, was unjustly detained and held captive in Venezuela as a member of the CITGO6, a group of six Americans employed by Citgo.
His wrongful captivity, based solely on his American nationality, lasted for 1,775 days, from November 21, 2017, to October 1, 2022.
Since returning from his five-year detention, Pereira has reconnected with his family and written his memoir. He stands up for Americans unlawfully detained overseas and strives to modify US laws concerning these crimes.
Pereira continues to leverage his experiences living and working in multiple countries to engender compassion in individuals of all ethnicity and across all cultural and political considerations to bring hostages home.
He empowers others to make positive changes in the world as he works to re-acclimate to society and is passionate about joining his voice with others intent on raising awareness.
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About the book: The book totally Edited and being published out in the following week
"From Hero to Villain-My true Story of the CITGO6"
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Pereira's book is already out in Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other major platforms and order here
It is a riveting account of the events leading up to and during the imprisonment of the CITGO6. Notably,during most of his detainment, Pereira and his wife engaged in a death-defying act reminiscent of Anne Frank secreting her diary from the Nazis. They smuggled letters to each other, which boosted his morale to keep living another day and inspired this book upon release. These carefully written words served as a vital resource for Pereira in outlining his memoir. The determination and bravery embodied by him and his wife in preserving these letters under such punishing duress add a remarkable layer of depth to Pereira’s story.
When you read his accounts, you are there with him in the gritty cell, enduring the agony of fellow prisoners, then finally rejoicing when he hears the news he is going home.
Pereira’s story has since evolved into a movement: changing the narrative of what it takes to bring the wrongfully detained home. This is a work unlike any other. The advent of critical change is making a difference not only in the lives of prisoners; it is transforming global politics around these cases. Sometimes, it is the quietest voice that influences and alters our trajectory. Also in the works: a guidebook providing recommendations to returning detainees to enable their successful reintegration into society—the only publication of its kind.
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5 个月This article details José Pereira's experience as an international hostage and his subsequent journey of healing and personal growth. Powerful reminder of the importance of building resilience. Key Points: Pereira faced a traumatic experience as a hostage, pushing him to his physical and emotional limits. He found solace and strength in faith and reconnected with God through prayer and scripture. The unwavering support of his family provided him with hope and the will to endure. Writing his book served as a therapeutic outlet to process his experience and share his story of resilience. Pereira offers to discuss these themes further through a podcast and LinkedIn audio room.
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