How I | Became A Gangster

: Feeling like an outcast at home or school can drive individuals toward those who accept their "rebellious" nature.

: Everyday life becomes defined by drug use, housebreakings, and gang fights . How I Became a Gangster

: Media often portrays the "mobster" life as glamorous, leading youth to glorify violence before realizing the heavy price involved. The Turning Point: Life in the Underworld : Feeling like an outcast at home or

Once inside, the reality of the lifestyle often contrasts sharply with the initial lure: such as converting to Islam

: Some turned to faith, such as converting to Islam , to find peace and a new community.

: In some cases, joining was a necessity for survival due to starvation and a lack of other options.