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Yes?
I KNOW that there are 10,000+ “motivational gurus” great at talking about achieving goals, serving others, being mindful, finding purpose, living with harmony, overcoming obstacles…and living the life they love.
Lots are sayin’ it…but how many are passionately and successfully DOIN’ it?
There is ZERO pretend here.
1. I’ve WALKED across NINE countries and pedaled a bike ocean-to-ocean across the U.S. solo…twice. In total, I’ve created adventures in 60+ countries.
2. I’m the creator of the “Extra Mile Day” movement (11/1)…a day recognizing volunteer heroes who “go the extra mile” in making a difference. When I had the crazy idea in 2009 to create a special day to celebrate amazing volunteers…23 mayors participated. On 11/1/24, 517 cities made the declaration.
3. I’ve written seven books (80,000+ copies sold) and have hit #1 on Amazon in “Motivation” and “Self Help” several times.
4. I’ve reached hundreds of thousands with my speaking and writing…including a speaking tour in the Philippines attended by 20,000+ people.
5. I’m a lifetime entrepreneur (since my first gig at age 10 selling worms to fishermen)…and now I’m lucky to not worry about making money, but instead, on making a difference.
That’s me.
I know struggle.
I know challenge.
I know survival.
And I KNOW success.
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With much gratitude for you being here now…
S.

Books
From a #1 Ranked Motivational and Self-Help Author…
“If you want to create a life you love…
never stop believing in dreams and never stop going the extra mile.”
– SHAWN ANDERSON
Extra Mile Thursday Blogs
Blog #677: Here Comes the Rain
What “Here Comes the Rain” Teaches About Resilience.Here Comes the Rain is Shawn Anderson’s message about not avoiding life’s storms—but embracing them to discover strength and meaning.When you accept that Here Comes the Rain, you stop resisting what life brings and...
Blog #676: It’s Number 1 of 10,000
Why “It’s Number 1 of 10,000” Matters More Than You Think. It’s Number 1 of 10,000 is how Shawn Anderson reminds us that every big journey starts with the smallest but most important step—the first one.When you approach each day with the mindset that It’s Number 1 of...
Blog #675: A Secret Shared by Twelve
Why “A Secret Shared by Twelve” Matters More Than We Think.A Secret Shared by Twelve is Shawn Anderson’s message about the value of shared inspiration—and how purpose grows when we pass it on.In A Secret Shared by Twelve, Shawn explores how the energy of belief...
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