Jelly Roll opens up about losing over 300 pounds, not through willpower alone but by reframing his relationship with food, health, and self-worth. He reveals how compulsive eating was rooted in mental health and trauma, leading to pre-diabetes and fear of early death. Embracing fasting, metformin, and lifestyle changes, he rebuilt his body and mind. Inspired by figures like David Goggins, he committed to long-term growth, disconnecting from phones and social media to reconnect with nature through bow hunting—a practice he describes as meditation in motion. His journey is intertwined with fatherhood, faith, and the healing power of real conversations in an age of digital isolation. A pivotal moment at St. Peter’s Square performing 'Hallelujah' becomes a spiritual awakening, while his induction into the Grand Ole Opry marks a full-circle triumph. Ultimately, his story is about finding purpose not in fame, but in service, connection, and being present for those he loves.