Navigating the Shift from Street Life to Legit Work: Respect, Maturity, and Embracing Change
- Marlon Hunte
- Dec 16, 2025
- 4 min read
Transitioning from street life, often known as "trapping," to a legitimate work environment presents challenges that go beyond just changing jobs. It involves shifting mindsets, learning new ways to relate to authority, and developing a respect system that feels authentic. Many young people find this change difficult because the rules and expectations in legit work life differ greatly from what they are used to. This post explores why this transition is tough, how respect plays a role, and how embracing maturity and discomfort can help young people succeed in a new path.
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