The Sheep in Wolves Clothing Was a Swan

This channel shares true stories of resilience, identity, and spiritual transformation.

It follows the coming-of-age journey of Joseph Hicks, a multiracial youth raised on the turbulent streets of Cleveland, Ohio. His life was forever changed by the mysterious death of his older brother in 1967—an event that led him through loss, trauma, and a long search for meaning.

Raised by a hardened mother and a hardworking but emotionally distant father, Joseph navigated racial tension, violence, and personal pain. Though he walked away from faith, he later discovered a God who never left him.

From a sheltered Catholic schoolboy to a street-wise survivor and eventually a psychiatric nurse practitioner, this channel explores trauma, mental health, faith, and personal growth. It’s a reminder that your past does not define your future—and transformation is always possible.

Sharing my book’s message through public speaking.
https://hickshealthcare.org/

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Joseph Hicks (aka Keo Hix)