FAC Men’s Group on Tuesday March 10 at 7pmET- Guest Speaker Joe Nicholson

Brothers Restoring Identity, Talents and Engagements (BRITE) is the FAC Men’s Group for Persons Forced to Register (PFR).  The group was restarted in  January by Don, a key FAC Coordinator in Duval county.  Don facilitates the group on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm ET via Zoom.  Those without internet access can join by phone and participate in the discussion.

The Guest Speaker this month is Joe Nicholson, who has been a guest on our member calls as well.  The Topic for the call is “Bringing Hope and Changing the Way You Think.”  If  you are a man forced to register, or have a male loved one on the register, we encourage them to join the call.

Join Zoom Meeting online at:  https://zoom.us/j/98930812204  and Meeting ID 989 3081 2204

Or join by phone at:  305-224-1968 and enter Meeting ID: 989 3081 2204

About the Guest Speaker

Joe Nicholson is a Life Coach, Mindset Coordinator, and founder of The Pathfinder Initiative, a transformative program focused on reentry, recovery, and reform. Originally from Downingtown, Pennsylvania, Joe has dedicated his life to helping others unlock their potential and overcome life’s toughest obstacles. His journey is shaped by his experiences as a former standout athlete, where he developed a deep understanding of discipline, mental toughness, and the power of self-belief. These lessons in perseverance have been foundational in his approach to life coaching, as he now helps others cultivate strength, resilience, and clarity.

Joe’s transformation began during his 14 years of incarceration, where he became a Peer Assistant in the Therapeutic Community at SCI Benner Township in Pennsylvania. It was there that he discovered the power of metacognition—the ability to reflect on and control his thinking. This powerful tool allowed Joe to break free from limiting beliefs and helped him guide others on their own journey of self-discovery and empowerment. His time in prison led him to develop his Thought Reform approach, which is the cornerstone of The Pathfinder Initiative.

Thought Reform is about reshaping and restructuring our minds to let go of destructive thinking patterns that have held us back. By learning how to reflect on our thoughts and adopt new, empowering beliefs, we can begin to change our behavior and create lasting transformation. This is central to Joe’s work with The Pathfinder Initiative, which helps individuals in reentry, addiction recovery, and personal growth.