In this raw and real episode of The Blueprint Podcast, Jason sits down with JR Harvey, the founder of the Kings Community, a fast-growing support network for men committed to personal growth, healing, and accountability. With over 20,000 men inside his free Discord group, JR shares his journey from job loss and personal breakdown to creating one of the most respected men's spaces online.

We talk about:

The truth about male loneliness and why brotherhood is essential

Why most men are operating on outdated survival strategies

How social media can be a tool for transformation—or destruction

The dangers of "Nice Guy Syndrome" and covert contracts

Navigating rejection, loss, and the real meaning of healing after divorce

How JR lost everything, pivoted, and rebuilt a stronger, more authentic life

The power of masculine leadership, personal accountability, and embodying your values

We also dive deep into:

The problem with modern mental health labels

Why knowing isn’t the same as doing

How men can stop self-abandoning and start leading

What a real rite of passage could look like today

Whether you're recovering from heartbreak, trying to find your purpose, or ready to step into real masculine leadership, this episode is for you.

Links & Resources:

Join JR's free Discord community: https://kings-community.net/discord?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad-zc5YHEePbhOdOnuAJheq2HR1klO2WBemy-jz6JFOiw6V5379W9g1MbL0iA_aem_ZwW5CEWIRNtQcyf0625WkQ

Follow JR on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kings__community/

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This community is designed for individuals ready to break old patterns, build confidence, and create secure, empowered relationships with themselves and others. The foundation of true transformation starts with understanding your attachment style and how to use this knowledge to unlock your full potential.

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Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or mental health care. Individual results may vary.

Episode Synopsis:
In this solo episode, Jason Smith introduces The Pivot Path, a five-phase framework designed to help you stop circling old patterns and finally build the life you were meant to live.

Jason shares why personal growth is not about fixing yourself — it is about understanding yourself and choosing to move forward with clarity, strength, and intention.

If you have ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you are repeating the same lessons with different faces, jobs, or relationships, this episode will give you the tools to break free.

You will learn how to recognize what is really happening beneath the surface, reclaim your voice, rebuild your foundation, and recalibrate your life to align with who you are truly capable of becoming.

What You Will Learn in This Episode:

• How to slow down and recognize the hidden patterns that keep you stuck

• Why revealing old wounds and unconscious beliefs is essential for real change

• The difference between reclaiming your power versus outsourcing your worth

• How to rebuild your habits, boundaries, and standards from the inside out

• Why recalibrating is not failure — it is strength and wisdom in action

• How to pivot without falling back into old defaults

• What it really means to become the most capable, competent, and confident version of yourself

Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaway 1: Awareness is the first step. You cannot change what you refuse to see.
Key Takeaway 2: Your past does not define you. You can reclaim the parts of yourself you gave away.
Key Takeaway 3: Growth requires recalibration. Real pivots are built through daily choices, not overnight fixes.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome and introduction to The Pivot Path
4:00 – Phase 1: Recognize what is really happening beneath the surface
8:00 – Phase 2: Reveal the unconscious patterns driving your life
14:00 – Phase 3: Reclaim your voice, truth, and internal power
22:00 – Phase 4: Rebuild your life with new habits, boundaries, and standards
30:00 – Phase 5: Recalibrate and realign with the person you are becoming
41:00 – Why slow growth beats surface-level shortcuts
49:00 – Final words of encouragement: It is never too late to become who you were meant to be

Resources Mentioned:

• Download your Pivot Starter Kit Workbook [link]

• Follow Jason on Instagram: @jaybirdfit

• Listen to past episodes of The Blueprint Podcast for interviews with top authors and coaches

Closing Thoughts:
This journey is not about fixing what is broken.
It is about reclaiming who you already are — and building from a place of truth, strength, and intention.

This is your moment to pivot.
Let us get to work.

Podcast: The Blueprint Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blueprint/id1640788166

The Self-Discovery Blueprint & The Power of the Pivot 12 Part Series: https://jbirdfit.mykajabi.com/the-self-discovery-blueprint Use Code: Blueprint25

Connect with Jason! https://stan.store/Jbirdfit

Disclaimer: The training is intended for informational and educational purposes, it is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment. Please consult your medical professional before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, medical regimen, lifestyle, and/or mental health care.

Your background, education, experience, and work ethic may differ. There is no guarantee of success. Individuals do not track the typicality of its student's experiences. Your results may vary.

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In today’s episode, Sean Whalen — entrepreneur, best-selling author, and founder of Lions Not Sheep — joins Jason Smith for a powerful conversation on radical self-responsibility, true masculinity, leadership, faith, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom. Sean shares his personal journey through adversity, personal growth, fatherhood, faith, and entrepreneurship, offering no-fluff advice for men and women who want to live aligned with truth, strength, and self-leadership.

This conversation covers ownership, relationships, emotional resilience, fitness, faith, abundance, and creating a meaningful legacy — without sugarcoating the realities of the work required.

Timestamps: 0:00 — Introduction 2:00 — Sean’s defining moment of transformation 7:00 — Ownership and shifting from scarcity to abundance 14:00 — Fitness, mindset, and rewriting your story 23:00 — Why most people stay stuck 28:00 — Leadership, relationships, and emotional honesty 42:00 — The truth about balance, resilience, and growth 55:00 — Faith, freedom, and building a legacy

Connect with Sean Whalen: Website: https://www.lionsnotsheep.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanwwhalen/

Special Note: This episode is pulled from The 21 Day Love and Abundance Challenge. Due to a technical issue, the last 7 minutes were unfortunately lost. Thank you for your understanding.

Podcast: The Blueprint Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blueprint/id1640788166

The Self-Discovery Blueprint & The Power of the Pivot 12 Part Series: https://jbirdfit.mykajabi.com/the-self-discovery-blueprint Use Code: Blueprint25

Connect with Jason! https://stan.store/Jbirdfit

Disclaimer: The training is intended for informational and educational purposes, it is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment. Please consult your medical professional before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, medical regimen, lifestyle, and/or mental health care.

Your background, education, experience, and work ethic may differ. There is no guarantee of success. Individuals do not track the typicality of its student's experiences. Your results may vary.

https://988lifeline.org/