The beginning

Abandonment, Loss & a Life of Crime. I Had No Guidance.

Robert W. Henry's early years were defined by struggle and resilience. Born into an abusive household and abandoned by his father at the age of four, Robert’s mother was left to navigate life in a foreign country, trying to make ends meet for her family. Robert faced a contentious upbringing that left him searching for stability. At 17, he moved to Los Angeles to live with his father, but his father tragically passed away shortly after his arrival. This loss, compounded by the absence of guidance and the influence of his mother’s immersion in a religious cult, left Robert untethered. Seeking direction but feeling trapped, he turned to crime as a desperate answer. In his darkest moment, he found himself arrested by the FBI in San Diego, a bank robber facing what seemed like an insurmountable future.

Catalyst for transformation

Grace In the Shadows, Gratitude Changed Me Forever.

When a judge granted him a five-year sentence instead of the 25 years he could have received, Robert saw it as an extraordinary act of grace. Prison could have been the end of Robert’s story, but it became the crucible of his transformation. In the first few days of his incarceration, Robert saw his reality for what it was—a life consumed by victimhood and despair. Determined to change, he made a pivotal decision to reject the mindset that had led him there. Fueled by gratitude, he immersed himself in self-improvement, reading over 700 books, completing his GED, and taking college courses. The opportunities available in his medium-security prison allowed him to rebuild himself, step by step, into the person he aspired to become.

Fighting for you

From Convicted Felon, to Author, Speaker & Coach Inspiring Thousands

Today, Robert W. Henry is a beacon of hope and transformation. As a speaker, author, and coach, he uses his experiences to show others that no matter how far they’ve fallen, they can rise again. His book, Unleashing Your Own Potential, answers the pressing questions people have about his journey and serves as a guide for those feeling stuck in their own lives. Whether speaking in middle schools, prisons, or corporate events, Robert empowers individuals to see beyond their circumstances and take control of their futures. His mission is clear: to inspire people to embrace gratitude, break through their self-imposed barriers, and create a life they truly love.