However, the unfortunate events that he encountered, such as, his little brother being arrested and sentenced to life without parole, several juveniles from his division losing their lives to violence, and even his co-worker losing his life at the hands of a juvenile. These events thrust Veal, to move the Be More Positive mission to the forefront of his career.” Since then he has authored the “I Have Will Power Curriculum”, one that teaches “tools” designed to promote critical thinking, academic excellence, as well as, social, and emotional intelligence.