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Audio #697: Two Voices. Two Choices.

What “Two Voices Two Choices Audio” Teaches About Inner Dialogue.Two Voices Two Choices Audio is Shawn Anderson’s reminder that every day, we face an internal battle. We hear two voices: one that pushes us forward with courage, and one that holds us back with fear and...

Blog #696: The Old Dog and the 5th Grader

Why “The Old Dog and the 5th Grader” Is a Lesson in Compassion.The Old Dog and the 5th Grader is Shawn Anderson’s touching story about patience, kindness, and how slowing down can reveal our true character.Notice what you're living...before what you're living isn’t...

Blog #695: I’m Gutted

Why “I'm Gutted” Teaches Us to Rise Again.I'm Gutted is Shawn Anderson’s honest look at loss, disappointment, and the strength it takes to stand back up when life knocks us to the ground.Life won't wait for us to get serious,to find the time, or to make up our minds....

Blog #694: Last Night’s Secret

Why “Last Night's Secret” Encourages Us to Listen Within.Last Night's Secret is Shawn Anderson’s intimate reflection on the quiet moments that hold deep personal truths and remind us to listen to our inner voice.“Create a great day!” It’s been my tagline for thirty...

Blog #693: Is It Coincidence?

Why “Is It Coincidence” Invites Us to Look Deeper.Is It Coincidence is Shawn Anderson’s thoughtful exploration of how life’s unexpected connections might not be random at all, but meaningful nudges guiding us forward.One hour after sending last week's blogabout not...

Blog #692: It Might Come in 24 Hours

Why “It Might Come in 24 Hours” Gives Us Hope.It Might Come in 24 Hours is Shawn Anderson’s uplifting message about holding faith, trusting timing, and believing that your breakthrough could be closer than you think.I’m in Alaska. But so far... No bears.No whales.No...

Blog #691: Sweet, Sweet Time

Why “Sweet Sweet Time” Matters in a Busy World.Sweet Sweet Time is Shawn Anderson’s heartfelt call to slow down, appreciate each moment, and recognize the simple beauty that often passes us by.OFTEN… This living stuff gets EXTRA hard.I was reminded AGAIN yesterday....

Blog #690: The Disagreeing Right Reader

Why “The Disagreeing Right Reader” Helps Us Grow.The Disagreeing Right Reader is Shawn Anderson’s message about embracing differing opinions and the courage to keep sharing your authentic voice.From a reader.Who disagrees. ______ Shawn – I signed up for your...

Blog #689: If I Didn’t Stop for a Second

Why “If I Didn't Stop for a Second” Encourages Us to Breathe.If I Didn't Stop for a Second is Shawn Anderson’s gentle reminder of the value in pausing, breathing, and reconnecting with life’s small, essential moments.689. That's the number of Thursday blogs I've...

Blog #688: Three Questions I Wonder Daily

Why “Three Questions I Wonder Daily” Can Guide Your Life.Three Questions I Wonder Daily is Shawn Anderson’s personal practice of self-reflection that invites us to live with intention and curiosity every day.My mind is floating with tidbits today. If I'm lucky...One...
Blog #632: Did You See Where I Hid It?

Blog #632: Did You See Where I Hid It?

Walk with me. I'm dipping into my email. A reader asks how to see the positive...when the positive is hard to see. I'm sharing my thoughts with you. ______ The email: Shawn - Thank you for the consistency of your blog. I know on Thursdays I can count on you sending...

Blog #631: Moving Like a Zombie

Blog #631: Moving Like a Zombie

Walk with me. I'm talking about transitions.The ones that change our lives. ______ I see it clearly now. Life IS transitions. From graduating to the next grade to the next school to the next stage. From learning to re-learning to re-learning again. From being young to...

Blog #630: Did You Like Today?

Blog #630: Did You Like Today?

Walk with me. And as we walk this week...I have a question: "Did you like today?" ______ And if you did... Why? Did you listen to music that made you move?Did you eat a favorite food that brought out your "Mmm!"?Did you learn something that made you whisper "Wow!"?...

Blog #629: Brake Or Break

Blog #629: Brake Or Break

Timeouts.It's not lazy to take 'em. It's wise. ______ Timeouts. From work.From stress.From news.From people. From the hard.From the heavy.From the push.From the pull. Without timeouts, we can assuredly expect.... Higher stress.Faster burnout.Worsening health.Disrupted...

Blog #628: Sipping Lemonade with Bears

Blog #628: Sipping Lemonade with Bears

Walk with me. But as we do...keep a lookout for bears. ______ No date has been set, but walking across... Country #10 is definitely on my mind. I haven't fully committed in my head which country to walk yet... but I'm diligently exploring options in Wales, Greece and...

Blog #627: We’re All One of These

Blog #627: We’re All One of These

Walk with me.And count. ______ How many people did you interact with today? Whatever your number... That's the minimum number of chances you had to make a difference today. Let's count some more. Count the people on your phone, on your email list, on your street, in...

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