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Secrets of a Southern Childhood: Lessons from My Father's Hidden World
My father, who climbed from poverty to provide for his family, taught my brother and me unconventional lessons through watermelon theft, midnight snacks, and mischievous adventures—always with the instruction 'Don't tell your mama!' These secret moments shaped our understanding of masculinity, survival, and family while creating a hidden world between fathers and sons that contrasted sharply with the structured environment my mother maintained.

Jason Pike
May 142 min read
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Nine Lives in Uniform: My Battle Against a Career-Ending Reprimand
Lt. Col. Jason Pike: Combat veteran, bestselling author of military memoirs sharing resilience through adversity and veteran resources.

Jason Pike
Apr 122 min read
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Hey, Was It Really Harder Back Then When You Joined The Military?
A 31-year Army veteran reflects on how military life has evolved, from barracks conditions and mess halls to gear quality and compensation.

Jason Pike
Mar 121 min read
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My Machine Gun Technique of Dealing with the Veterans Administration
If you’re struggling to get a response from your Veterans Administration (VA) healthcare provider, consider these tips.

Jason Pike
Feb 141 min read
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Unplugging from the News: Finding Mental Clarity by Stepping Away
Finding mental clarity and better sleep by disconnecting from the news cycle. Discover the unexpected benefits of unplugging.

Jason Pike
Jan 72 min read
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Unclaimed and Overlooked: The VA Benefits You've Earned But Haven't Collected
Have you collected all the VA benefits you deserve? If you served, you deserve it.

Jason Pike
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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Boy: Are You crazy? Defying Labels
A Lifelong Battle with Learning Problems and Triumphs in Military Service.

Jason Pike
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Navigating Without a Mentor
A mentor could have provided invaluable guidance through the ups and downs.

Jason Pike
Nov 13, 20242 min read
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Far From Home, Close at Heart: A Soldier's Holiday Journey
Spending holidays away from family as a soldier brings a unique mix of feelings, blending duty with a lingering ache for home.

Jason Pike
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Paranoid Pike’s Perspective on Fear and Anxiety
Understanding human anxiety.

Jason Pike
Oct 15, 20242 min read
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A Secret Weapon from My Army Days
Setting priorities is one of the most valuable skills in any profession.

Jason Pike
Sep 15, 20242 min read
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I am announcing the Launch of my third book!
Leading Through the Crossfire is a guide that draws from many real-life experiences.

Jason Pike
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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Veteran Suicide
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be jarring for many veterans, leading to a profound disillusionment.

Jason Pike
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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Navigating the VA Disability Process
Navigating the VA Disability Process: How I Did It Alone.

Jason Pike
Jul 1, 20241 min read
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Beyond the Uniform
Navigating Life's Transitions with Resilience Transitioning from the structured routine of military life to the uncertain landscape of...

Jason Pike
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Lessons in Resilience
Passing Down the Values of Hard Work and Self-Reliance Growing up amidst the backdrop of white trash and dirt-poor narratives, my dad's...

Jason Pike
May 15, 20242 min read
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Unveiling Sacred Secrets
A Journey of Triumph and Resilience The revelation of my Sacred Secrets marks a pivotal moment in my life—a testament to the trials and...

Jason Pike
Apr 15, 20242 min read
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TRUE CONNECTIONS: A SOLDIER'S TALE OF AUTHENTICITY AND FRIENDSHIP
The Faker You Are, The Bigger Your Circle Will Be. The Realer You Are, The Smaller Your Circle Will Be. In my memoir, A Soldier Against...

Jason Pike
Mar 14, 20241 min read
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FROM ADVERSITY TO VICTORY
Resilience In Combat The journey from adversity to victory in combat, as depicted in my book, A Soldier Against All Odds, holds a...

Jason Pike
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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OVERCOMING CHALLENGES
A Personal Military Odyssey of Resilience In my bestselling work, A Soldier Against All Odds, I delve into a rich tapestry of personal...

Jason Pike
Jan 4, 20242 min read
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