Hey, Umer here!
Welcome back to Life Sized Voices—
where we go beyond the pages and into the stories behind the books.
This time, I sat down with Jason Tyler McLean—author, speaker,
and mental health advocate.
Jason’s journey is a powerful story of survival and transformation.
From a near-fatal suicide attempt to overcoming addiction, loss,
and a life-threatening motorcycle accident,
he’s turned his struggles into lessons of hope and resilience.
His books One Drop of Water and The Monarch Butterfly Effect offer raw,
honest insights that inspire healing and purposeful living.
If you’ve ever wondered how to turn pain into purpose, this one’s for you.
The Spark
Some stories begin with despair. Others with a second chance.
For Jason, it was both.
After a failed attempt to take his own life,
he found a new reason to fight—to heal and to help others.
What started as personal writing became a mission:
to share his lived experience and give others tools to overcome their darkest moments.
Jason’s story is a testament to the power of transformation and hope.
Inside the Pages
At its core, Jason’s work is about:
✔ Facing pain honestly—and finding strength through vulnerability.
✔ Building resilience, one small step at a time.
✔ Creating meaningful change through self-awareness and purpose.
His books offer more than advice—they offer a guide to transforming
trauma into triumph.
The Life-Sized Bookshelf – Handpicked Reads
Books that shine light on healing, courage, and transformation:
📚 The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
Understanding trauma’s impact and pathways to recovery.
📚 Man’s Search for Meaning – Viktor E. Frankl
Finding purpose amidst suffering.
📚 Rising Strong – Brené Brown
The journey from falling to rising with courage.
Founder’s Note – Umer Farooque
At Life Sized Publishing, we believe every story matters, especially the ones
about real struggle and real hope.
Working with Jason reminded me that sometimes the greatest power lies in vulnerability.
His books don’t just tell a story—they change lives.
If you have a story of resilience waiting to be shared, we’re here to help you tell it.
Because real change always starts with one voice.
Best,
Umer
