Daniels believed that his personal story of being diagnosed with HIV and sharing that story with them would have been enough to persuade them to a similar discovery.  He understands that the deep-rooted cultural stigma and shame around sex and sexuality make it difficult for many people to face their reality.  He attempted to guide them and their families to public medical treatment services, but it was too late.  During this devastating time of loss, he realized that his purpose in life was to help others improve their way of life.  He decided that it is imperative that people “know their status before it is too late and to demand the public services and treatment to which they are entitled as tax paying citizens,” says Daniels.