Tijuana Jackson

Fam… We just hit 100,000 subscribers. One. Hundred. Thousand. And before I fill out this damn silver play button paperwork, I gotta pause and speak from the heart.

Real talk—this milestone means more than you know. Not because of a plaque, not because of vanity numbers, but because this is proof that consistency pays off—even when consistency been my biggest struggle.

Acting’s been demanding. Let’s not sugarcoat it. That industry grind had me spread thinner than cheap lotion. But when the industry slowed down… when my youngest son was born… when a few solid financial decisions lined up in my favor… for the first time in a long time, I could sit my ass down, be present, and really focus on what matters most—family and this Tijuana Jackson mission.

Make no mistake—this didn’t come without trial, error, late nights, self-doubt, and straight-up chaos. Do you know how many times I’ve heard, “You have a thriving acting career! Why are you doing this to yourself?”

But here’s the difference: I had time. I had clarity. And I had y’all. And because of all that, I’ve been able to put my foot on the gas and finally give this channel the attention it deserved.

Now listen: this is just the beginning, but damn if it ain’t a beautiful one. And I can’t keep moving forward without saying this loud and clear:

THANK YOU.

To everybody who’s supported the movie, subscribed to the channel, shared a clip, copped a course, bought a membership, supported the Patreon, bought merch, contributed to the crowdfunding campaign, told a friend, quoted a bar, applied the advice, or just rode with me through the dry spells—YOU made this possible. You’ve helped build something that’s not just entertaining, but healing, transformational, and realer than most so-called “self-help” out here.

And just so you know—I ain’t gatekeeping a damn thing. Everything you see happening on this channel is being documented video by video because I’m applying the same damn advice I give y’all in those videos.

Yes, I hired a YouTube mentor. Dropped $16,000 total to be exact. One of the best investments I ever made. I’ve achieved more in 12 months than I ever could in 13 years just wingin’ it.

I carry two notebooks for my thoughts and ideas. I stopped wasting time scrolling. I don’t wait on confidence to get started. I cut back on sugar. I turned getting my steps in into how I now shoot most of my videos. All of that made me a better YouTuber, negotiator, dad, and creator.

I’ve been on YouTube for 14 years, and prior to that I used to stream live on Justin.TV, just as determined to spread my message.

What’s wild is, some of y’all been here since Day One, and I see you. I truly do. And while I might not always say it enough, your loyalty, your energy, and your trust mean everything to me.

But let me make one thing real clear:
When it comes to me applying this pressure and staying in your ass with these lessons? Ain’t a damn thing changing. You can count on that.

Let’s keep running it up, Whoadie. Thank you—for real. 🙏🏾
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Big thanks to YouTube for being such an incredible platform.

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Tijuana Jackson

To my Day-Ones:





THANK YOU for insisting I make this movie! Y’all saw the vision before anyone else did, and I’m forever grateful.





This film has truly been the gift that keeps on giving—not just for me, but for the folks who’ve connected with it.



It feels damn good to stand on business, make something that doesn’t underestimate the intelligence of my audience, and push a message rooted in the very principles I live by.





This wasn’t just about making a movie—it was about creating something real, something honest, and something that challenges the so-called "conventional wisdom" of this very lost and misguided era we’re living in.





So here’s to y’all for believing in me and this mission. You made it possible. And trust me, I’ve got so much more in store.



WATCH MOVIE on Tubi and share it with ya' real ones: bit.ly/tijuana-jackson-film





Love and gratitude always. 🙏🏾

3 months ago | [YT] | 84

Tijuana Jackson

Would you believe my very first YouTube video was part one of a 13-week series on FINDING PURPOSE?! 😂

I’ve been at this for 14 years—not because it’s been easy, not because it’s been glamorous, and definitely not because it’s been profitable. I do this because I HAVE TO! That’s what living with purpose looks like.

My upbringing? Wild doesn’t even cover it. The way it shaped my adult life? Straight chaos.

But the fact that I found a way out of my self-destructive cycles, emotional baggage, and dysfunction? That was a miracle, and I knew I couldn’t keep that blessing to myself.

This mission has grown with me—sharper, stronger, and more streamlined over the years. And let me tell you, sharing this ride with y’all is what makes it all worthwhile.

To my Day-Ones: THANK YOU for seeing the depth of my work and pushing me to keep going, even when I felt like throwing in the towel.

And to my new folks: WELCOME! Thank you for giving my content a shot—even if my thumbnails sometimes look like a cry for help. 😂

If you’re searching for purpose, stay riding with me. That’s what this is all about. When you feel like everything is falling apart, purpose will put you back together.

I love y’all. I love this work. And I’m just getting started. 🙏🏾

3 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 446

Tijuana Jackson

Prosperous 2025 Everyone!

A lot of you have been asking, ‘What’s my secret to looking so young at 55?’ Well, now I’m 56.

Honestly, I’d say it’s probably my mama’s genes, but men in my family tend to age hard and die young, mostly from stress, alcohol, and poor diet.

The real secret? Ain’t no secret. Reducing stress and cutting drama out of my life has been huge. But the biggest contributor has to be cutting my sugar intake back significantly.

Though I always looked somewhat healthy, my health was a complete mess.

I had severe allergies and random arthritic flare-ups in my shoulders that would render my arms useless.

I’d wake up feeling as if I hadn’t slept, even after getting 7-8 hours of rest.

Getting out of bed was like cranking up an old engine—I felt stiff for the first 30 minutes of each day.

Cutting sugar was like a cure-all. The longer I stayed off sugar, the better I felt in every area of my life. The better I felt, the younger I looked.

I’ve done a lot of things to turn my health around, and I’ll gladly make videos about all of them, but cutting way back on sugar was certainly one of the most impactful.

I made an entire video about my cutting-sugar journey. I think it’s one of my most important videos.

I hope this video inspires you to cut back on sugar as well for 2025.

You can find it here: https://youtu.be/Vv_W8aasQHI

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Tijuana Jackson

I’m hosting a free private coaching session tonight, and it’s the last time I’ll be doing this LIVE. I wanted to open it up to some of my real ones.

If you’re looking to turn your struggles into strengths, join me at 8:15 PM (EST).

Use either link below:

- Coaching Room: NearapyCenter.com/coaching-room


-YouTube: youtube.com/live/PEMFW2-t_Zw

Hope to see you there. 🙏🏾

Tijuana Jackson

4 months ago | [YT] | 278

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I just want to say THANKS to every last one of y’all for your words of encouragement and for your ongoing viewership! 🙏🏾

4 months ago | [YT] | 729

Tijuana Jackson

Family! I wanna know—what books are y’all diving into right now? Drop the titles below!

Whether it’s something that’s got your mind expanding, or just something that helps you unwind, I’m curious to hear what’s on your shelf.

Let’s put each other on to something new.

6 months ago | [YT] | 63

Tijuana Jackson

It’s like the chess player who has studied every move and prepared as if his life depended on it, or the athlete who always goes the extra 4 miles in practice. Conversely, playing to avoid failure is a passive pursuit that prioritizes appearances and ego over substance. It's fear of ridicule, or being regarded a failure, etc.

Look at your life and be honest with yourself.

Are you playing to win or playing to avoid failure?

7 months ago | [YT] | 311

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Please give @ShimmerWali some props for this!

7 months ago | [YT] | 19

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As l've gotten older, l've begun to notice a pattern in my most loyal and long-lasting social circle-the people who have stood the test of time.

We've all been through experiences that have made us anything but typical.

I'm surrounded by extraordinary people, each extremely gifted in unique ways, yet we often find ourselves as our biggest obstacles.

We each processed our childhoods the best we could on our own and eventually sought help.

Though I am not neurodivergent, most of my chosen family have been diagnosed as adults with neurodivergences like PTSD, depression, autism, ADHD, and more.

Those who haven't sought help are a bit more stuck, but it all makes sense now.

Looking back I realize we were drawn to one another because our experiences made us outcasts.

So, we gravitated to the people who allowed us to be ourselves, and didn't judge folks for being different.

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