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Jason Illian

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About Me

Everyday you get the opportunity to stand up for what you believe. When you do, some people will applaud you and some people will assult you. Some people will think you should run for office and some people will think you should run for cover. But no matter what happens, you ALWAYS win when you stay true to your heart. Here is a clip of me talking about virginity on Tyra Banks...


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Jason is unpredictable. And he likes it that way.

The sought-after author of “Undressed: The Naked Truth bout Love, Sex, and Dating” and “MySpace MyKids: A Parent’s Guide to Protecting their Kids and Navigating MySpace.com,” Jason is a rogue entrepreneur, constantly following his desire to infuse faith into culture. He could be described as a talented speaker, a refreshing television personality, or even a successful corporate executive, but his growing influence seems to defy the need for a label.

Jason has appeared on ABC’s “The Bachelorette,” The Tyra Banks Show, and has even been mentioned on Jay Leno. He has also spoken to the House and Senate, given keynotes and relationship talks all over the country, and started a website for parents to understand the MySpace phenomenon (www.myspacemykids.com). Regardless of how you describe him, Jason brings an insightful and refreshing view to life. And it is obvious that he is passionate about people and their relationships.

Jason’s first book, “Undressed,” shattered the stereotypical Christian dating process, addressing controversial issues such as “how far is too far?” and “the five commandments of dating” with style and panache. Audiences laugh, smile, and often walk away from his talks saying, “I’ve never thought of it like that before!” More importantly, they walk away empowered to live emotionally-captivating, blushingly-unpredictable romantic lives, balancing both God and culture. It’s not abnormal for singles to stand around for hours after his speeches and ask him questions. Because of his raw and inviting approach, Jason has appeared on numerous television shows, including The 700 Club, Living the Life, Celebration, The Hour of Power, The Joni Show, and many, many more.

Likewise, Jason has applied his relationship insight to the online world. He has become one of the leading cultural experts on the Internet and social networking. His second book, “MySpace MyKids,” helps parents understand the power of social friendships and how to protect their kids in the virtual environment. In addition to authoring the book, Jason founded www.myspacemykids.com, an interactive website that teaches parents about the ins and outs of MySpace, both technically and emotionally. After participating in the online workshop, Steve Reinemund, the Chairman of Pepsi and the father of two teenagers, raved, “I can’t overstate the need for this vital program!”

Jason graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas Christian University with a BBA in International Finance and continued his studies with the London School of Economics. He was named one of the top 20 students in America by USA Today, was a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, and was an NCAA Academic All-American while being captain of the TCU football team. After working for a multi-billion dollar investment management firm, Jason started his own executive management company and trained with the Stagen Institute, a nationally-recognized transformational leadership institute dedicated to coaching executives and entrepreneurs. He has authored two books, “Undressed: The Naked Truth about Love, Sex, and Dating,” and “MySpace MyKids: A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Their Kids and Navigating MySpace.com” He is also the CEO of IdeaGroup, a creative content and communications firm. He has been speaking for over 10 years is married to Alisha, a woman WAY out of his league. He also has a “son”, Sumo, a Maltese with an attitude.

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This is an AWESOME video that Guido and Coop--a.k.a. "Thee Marketing Geniuses"--orchestrated for the release of my book. All I can say is..."everyone is getting UNDRESSED!"

Here are some of my favorite quotes and thoughts:

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

"I owe my success to having listened respectfully to the very best advice, and then going away and doing the exact opposite." - G. K. Chesterton

"We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

When Alexander the Great visited Diogenes and asked whether he could do anything for the famed teacher, Diogenes replied: 'Only stand out of my light.' Perhaps some day we shall know how to heighten creativity. Until then, one of the best things we can do for creative men and women is to stand out of their light. - John W. Gardner

"You are so young, my son, and, as the years go by, time will change and even reverse many of your present opinions. Refrain therefore awhile from setting yourself up as judge of the highest matters." - Plato

I'd like to meet:

Passionate people...All of my best friends are passionate people. You don't have to be passionate about the same things I'm passionate about, but you have to dream, desire, and want SOMETHING. If you love music, I hope you dream about hearing your songs on the radio someday. If you are passionate about politics, I hope your future address is on Pennsylvania avenue. If you like basket-weaving, I hope you weave a basket that is so ornate and beautiful that they display it in the Louvre and future generations exclaim, "Ah, yes, this is what basket-weaving is all about! My life is fuller because of this piece!"

I have friends that are Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, and atheists; friends that are black, white, hispanic, asian, and european; friends that are tall, short, skinny, fat, hairy, bald, outgoing, shy, rich and poor; friends that have struggled with drugs, abuse, violent crime, sex, and pride...but the common denominator in every relationship is that they are passionate about life and leaving a lasting impact. I can respect that even when I don't agree with it. Be passionate and we'll be friends...

"How will I know when it is love?" you ask.

You'll know it's love when she doesn't think she's cute wearing a ragged old pair of K-mart sweatpants and a Hollister T-shirt--and you can't take your eyes off of her. It's love when she calls you "googily-bear," "shuga," or "Pooh." It's love when she turns into a jungle gym around all the kindergartners at church. It's love when she shouts in a library and whispers in a concert and turns right from the left-hand lane and turns leftovers into an all-right meal and runs when the floor is wet and walks in the hundred-meter dash for success and smiles and laughs and reminds everyone that we are all going to be okay.

You'll know it's love when she rolls up her Cache pants, kicks off her stilettos, and dives headlong across a water-soaked tarp while the neighborhood kids chant medieval water-war cries. It's love when she devours two Jimmy Dean chili dogs a the ball park while "quietly" telling the pitcher that his mother is a man. It's love when she nearly starts a forest fire trying to microwave a Tombstone pizza. It's love when you gaze at her, step back, and a take a deep breath--in awe that such a wonder should even exist.

You'll know it's love when you feel her twitch right before she falls asleep and when she never remembers drooling on your chest. It's love when she can miss Michael Jordan walking right next to her but spot a three-by-five-inch shoe-sale sign a hundred yards away. It's love when you hear her pray for those who have done nothing but cause her heartache. It's love when she reminds you that our world isn't too big, our dreams are far too small, and our differences pale in comparison to our similarities.

You'll know it's love when she can tell what colors match indigo and plum. It's love when she would rather dive on the concrete and catch the football than let "those overpaid desk-jockeys win the game." It's love when she cares for gay people, straight people, tall people, short people, skinny people, fat people, black people, white people, people without homes, people without families, and people without hope. It's love when you know that if you blink, you may miss her doing something you'll never see again.

You'll know it's love when it is not a pink-elephant, we-are-the-world, kumbaya feeling, but rather a calloused-hand, damaged-heart, dreams-meet-reality passion. Real love will help untie things that are knotted up inside and tie things that are dangling loose.

Then it is love...may we all be so blessed to find it.

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Television:

When I was on ABC's, The Bachelorette, Jay Leno decided to roast me one night on his show for being a virgin. Check it out...it is REALLY funny! I mean, I have to laugh at myself or the pure sexual frustration would drive me insane!

Books:


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The most important feedback I get from my book doesn't come from media publications--it comes from YOU, the reader. Here is what YOU are saying:

Okay. I'm speechless. Your book is excellent. I'm about half way through it and I feel that you wrote the whole book based on my lack of a "real love" life! Jason, I am so proud of you. It is so well written and so inspiring. My personal trainer and I spent nearly my whole training session today talking about it. He is buying it today. I will be recommending this to all of my "Girl Mafia" group. It is a group of great Christian women, and much like myself, the group represents so many lost, failed, and "unGodly" relationships. They will be so excited to read it.

Love...A - Band Manager

Read your book - AMAZING. I thought it would be just for the younger generation, but it applies to everyone that is dating! Amazing wisdom for such a young man! We told the Prestonwood Book Store that it is a terrific, much needed book for today's society. More later. Have been on the road and am trying to catch up.

Blessings...N - CEO of Oil Firm

Jason, I just wanted to let you know that today while i was browsing the shelves of Barnes and Noble I came across your amazing book! I am a sixteen year old girl and recently have been faced with the pressure of sex. My refusal to have sex before marriage even led to the demise of a recent relationship (that sadly at the same time broke my heart!). Since then I have been having doubts about whether it was worth it and if i should just give into peer pressure. I was tired of the fight. So, I went to my favorite place-Barnes and Noble. When I found your book I was instantly hooked and my confusion and heartbreak that has followed me for weeks just melted away. I loved the references to Seinfeld and even laughed out loud on multiple occasions. So, in conclusion I am so grateful for all the hardwork you put into writing this masterpiece and I wanted to let you know that it helped me heal and continue down the right path as I walk with the Lord!

His girl...M

I love to read, and whenever I get a free moment, I try to pick up a new book....here are some of my favorites:

The Bible, "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis, "Primal Leadership" by Daniel Goleman, "Good to Great" by Jim Collins, "If You Want to Walk on Water, You have to Get Out of the Boat" by John Ortberg, "Messy Spirituality" by Mike Yaconelli. If you have a great recommendation, let me know!

Heroes:

Jesus Christ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mother Teresa, Billy Graham, C.S. Lewis

My Blog

Relationship Thought(s) of the Day - New Each Day!

Too Busy to Be BridesApparently I don't have enough to do. I was reading the June edition of Women's Health (it's my wife's, I swear!) and there was an article on getting married called "The New I Do...
Posted by Jason Illian on Thu, 21 Jun 2007 07:23:00 PST

The Extinction of Men

Women must hold a degree in forensic investigations and have read at least three Sherlock Holmes novels to find a godly man in today's dating environment. A few cities around the country have gone so ...
Posted by Jason Illian on Fri, 23 Feb 2007 12:18:00 PST

I'm a freak of nature... (sex does the body good)

I've always thought there was something wrong with me. Now I'm certain of it. I just finished reading an article in Forbes called, "Sex does the body good: Regular romps can provide a host of physiolo...
Posted by Jason Illian on Thu, 28 Dec 2006 09:14:00 PST

Sex Sucks - and other ramblings on relationships

Q: After two months of holding out I finally slept with the guy I'm dating and the sex was horrible! He made a lot of weird noises and faces, and then he went limp. I wasn..t sure how to tell him it ...
Posted by Jason Illian on Thu, 30 Nov 2006 09:00:00 PST

Q & A on love, sex, and relationships

I appreciate all of your questions on relationships! I'd love to respond to each one individually, but since I can't figure out a way for MySpace to pay me for my time and the fact that many of them ...
Posted by Jason Illian on Thu, 28 Sep 2006 09:25:00 PST

Undressed - First Chapter of New Book!

Completely Incomplete Being Whole While Being Torn in Half "The pure and simple truth is rarely pureand never simple."-Oscar Wilde Somewhere along the way--probably between thinking that the mulle...
Posted by Jason Illian on Fri, 22 Sep 2006 12:04:00 PST

Undressed - Introduction to the New Book!

INTRODUCTION Since appearing on national television and stating that my body is not a carnival ride, I've been amused by the different responses I've received from people. Some mothers want to match ...
Posted by Jason Illian on Fri, 22 Sep 2006 12:08:00 PST

Why has Dating become so Hard...I mean...Difficult?

Why has Dating become so Hard Difficult? Asking Penetrating Appropriate Questions about our Sex Lives Relationships By Jason Illian   Since Janet Jackson's clothing malfunction, the FCC has crac...
Posted by Jason Illian on Wed, 20 Sep 2006 06:21:00 PST

Men Have Needs

Men without air die of suffocation. Men without food die of starvation. Men without water die of dehydration. Men without sex die of...um... See where I'm going with this? I don't know which erect-wal...
Posted by Jason Illian on Fri, 15 Sep 2006 09:55:00 PST

Sex is a Crutch

I know what you are thinking..."If sex is a crutch, somebody break both of my legs!" But seriously, sex IS a crutch and it is the reason most of our relationships are limping along.  The desire t...
Posted by Jason Illian on Thu, 31 Aug 2006 02:47:00 PST