July 2, 2025 • 30 mins
In this heart-opening episode of The Secrets of Being, I sit down with the inspiring Ty Allan Jackson—an author, speaker, and passionate believer in the power of imagination, courage, and purpose.
Ty never set out to write children’s books. Fifteen years ago, a simple question from his 8-year-old son about starting a lemonade stand sparked something extraordinary. After his son made $50 in a day, Ty searched for a book to help teach him about money—but he couldn’t find one. So, he decided to write it himself.
What followed was a journey of resilience—147 rejections from publishers. But Ty didn’t let the no’s define him. He believed in his message and self-published. Today, his books have sold over a quarter of a million copies and touched countless young lives.
Ty shares how confidence—not formal education or credentials—is the foundation of his success. He reminds us that we don’t need permission to pursue our purpose. He says yes to the things that scare him because he knows the greatest adventures live on the other side of “yes.”
We explore the role of imagination—not just in childhood, but in all of us. Ty believes adults lose their magic when they stop playing. Imagination is where dreams are born and where purpose begins. He shares how his books were inspired by superheroes and the shows he grew up with, and how storytelling became a mirror of who he truly is.
One of the most moving parts of our conversation is when Ty recalls a young reader who told him he hated books—until he read Ty’s. That single story became a catalyst for a student-led fair that now inspires thousands of kids to create, dream, and start their own businesses.
For Ty, being an author is not about talent—it’s about courage. It’s about being of service and creating impact. It’s about showing up, over and over, even when it’s hard, even when no one claps right away. And it’s about remembering that what you create can become someone else’s turning point.
This episode is an invitation to revisit your imagination, reclaim your courage, and say yes to the things that whisper to your soul. Because purpose isn’t about what you do—it’s about what your life gives to others.
Connect with Ty:https://tyallanjackson.com/
With love,
Dawn
Ty never set out to write children’s books. Fifteen years ago, a simple question from his 8-year-old son about starting a lemonade stand sparked something extraordinary. After his son made $50 in a day, Ty searched for a book to help teach him about money—but he couldn’t find one. So, he decided to write it himself.
What followed was a journey of resilience—147 rejections from publishers. But Ty didn’t let the no’s define him. He believed in his message and self-published. Today, his books have sold over a quarter of a million copies and touched countless young lives.
Ty shares how confidence—not formal education or credentials—is the foundation of his success. He reminds us that we don’t need permission to pursue our purpose. He says yes to the things that scare him because he knows the greatest adventures live on the other side of “yes.”
We explore the role of imagination—not just in childhood, but in all of us. Ty believes adults lose their magic when they stop playing. Imagination is where dreams are born and where purpose begins. He shares how his books were inspired by superheroes and the shows he grew up with, and how storytelling became a mirror of who he truly is.
One of the most moving parts of our conversation is when Ty recalls a young reader who told him he hated books—until he read Ty’s. That single story became a catalyst for a student-led fair that now inspires thousands of kids to create, dream, and start their own businesses.
For Ty, being an author is not about talent—it’s about courage. It’s about being of service and creating impact. It’s about showing up, over and over, even when it’s hard, even when no one claps right away. And it’s about remembering that what you create can become someone else’s turning point.
This episode is an invitation to revisit your imagination, reclaim your courage, and say yes to the things that whisper to your soul. Because purpose isn’t about what you do—it’s about what your life gives to others.
Connect with Ty:https://tyallanjackson.com/
With love,
Dawn
Mark as Played
Popular Podcasts
United States of Kennedy
United States of Kennedy is a podcast about our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty. Every week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris go into one aspect of the Kennedy story.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com