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Healing Inner Child Anchorage: Embracing Your Path to Wholeness
Healing the inner child is a profound journey that invites individuals to reconnect with the parts of themselves that were hurt, neglected, or misunderstood in childhood. This process is not about blame or shame but about reclaiming lost pieces of the self with kindness and courage. In Anchorage, a city known for its rugged beauty and resilient spirit, there are unique opportunities to engage in inner child healing practices that nurture emotional safety, foster growth, and i

Dave Shelton
2 days ago5 min read


Staying True to My Values Amid Emotional Turmoil
Emotions have a powerful way of steering us off course. When feelings run high, it becomes challenging to hold onto what truly matters. Yet, staying grounded in personal values during emotional turmoil is essential for maintaining clarity, integrity, and peace of mind. This post explores how to remain anchored in your core beliefs even when emotions try to pull you elsewhere. A serene lake at sunset reflecting calmness and clarity Understanding the Challenge of Emotional Turm

Dave Shelton
Dec 313 min read


The Power of Active Listening in Shaping Thoughtful Responses
Active listening is more than just hearing words. It is a skill that shapes how we understand others and respond thoughtfully. When we listen fully before speaking, we create space for deeper connection and clearer communication. This post explores how active listening works and offers practical steps to improve this essential skill. A person focusing intently on listening during a discussion How Active Listening Builds Understanding Listening fully means paying close attenti

Dave Shelton
Dec 31, 20252 min read


Embracing Self-Governance: Letting Go of the Urge to Control Others
I have often found myself caught in the trap of trying to manage other people’s actions, decisions, and feelings. It’s a common urge, especially when we care deeply or feel uncertain about outcomes. But over time, I realized that the real power lies in focusing on what I can govern within myself. This shift has brought more peace and clarity than any attempt to control others ever did. In this post, I want to share why embracing self-governance matters and how letting go of t

Dave Shelton
Dec 30, 20253 min read


Top Online Self-Awareness Courses Online for Lasting Personal Growth
Self-awareness is the foundation of meaningful change. It is the quiet power that allows people to understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors deeply. When someone becomes more self-aware, they unlock the ability to heal old wounds, break free from limiting patterns, and build a life rooted in clarity and confidence. This journey is not always easy, but it is profoundly rewarding. Fortunately, there are many carefully designed self-awareness courses online that offer g

Dave Shelton
Dec 29, 20254 min read


I choose composure over reaction and remember my character matters more than winning.
I’ve learned that not every moment is asking for my reaction.
Some moments are asking for restraint.
Some are asking for perspective.
When I slow myself down,
I protect my character —
and that’s worth more than being right.

Dave Shelton
Dec 28, 20251 min read


I am liberating myself from fear, judgement, and doubt
Fear tries to keep you small. Judgement tries to keep you silent. Doubt tries to keep you stuck. But today, I’m choosing freedom. I’m releasing what no longer serves me — the fear, the judgement, the doubt — and stepping into who I’m becoming with clarity and confidence. Echo me if you will: I am liberating myself from fear, judgement, and doubt. — Dave Shelton

Dave Shelton
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Wonderful things are happening to me today.
Some days don’t start easy. But I’ve learned this truth: when my mindset shifts, my day follows. I don’t wait for good things to happen — I expect them. I stay open. I stay grounded. I stay grateful. Echo me if you will: Wonderful things are happening to me today. — Dave Shelton #Tru2MySoul #EchoMeIfYouWill #DailyAffirmation #HealingForward #PositiveMindset #FaithAndFocus #Becoming #InnerPeace #DaveShelton #MindsetShift

Dave Shelton
Dec 18, 20251 min read
Embracing Self-Forgiveness: A Journey to Self-Worth
The Power of Forgiveness Forgiveness is a profound act. It allows individuals to release the burdens they carry. When one forgives themselves, it opens the door to healing. This journey is not just about letting go; it’s about embracing a new narrative. A narrative that acknowledges past choices without judgment. Understanding Self-Worth Self-worth is the foundation of a fulfilling life. It shapes how individuals perceive themselves and their capabilities. Many struggle with

Dave Shelton
Nov 15, 20253 min read


I deserve it all.
For a long time I prayed for just enough. Now I’m learning it’s okay to expect more — love, peace, success, joy, all of it. Not because life has been easy, but because I’ve survived enough to know I’m worthy. Echo me if you will: I deserve it all. — Dave Shelton #IDeserveItAll #SelfWorth #ReceiveWithGrace #HealingForward #AbundanceMindset #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 14, 20251 min read


I don’t need to see the whole staircase to take the first step; I trust in my journey.
I don’t have all the answers. I don’t always know what’s waiting around the corner — but I’m still stepping. Faith doesn’t require full vision, just the courage to move. Echo me if you will: I don’t need to see the whole staircase to take the first step; I trust in my journey. — Dave Shelton #TrustTheJourney #FaithOverFear #JustTakeTheStep #HealingForward #Becoming #KeepMoving #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 13, 20251 min read


I accept my imperfections.
I don’t have to be perfect to be worthy. The goal isn’t to erase my flaws — it’s to embrace them and still choose myself. Today, I accept my imperfections and keep becoming anyway. Echo me if you will: I accept my imperfections. — Dave Shelton #SelfAcceptance #HealingForward #ImperfectlyWorthy #Becoming #GraceForMyself #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 12, 20251 min read


I am worthy of the same kindness I offer to others.
I’ve always known how to care for others. What I’m learning is — I deserve that same care too. Today, I’m choosing to treat myself with the same gentleness I give away so freely. Echo me if you will: I am worthy of the same kindness I offer to others. — Dave Shelton #YouDeserveKindnessToo #SelfCompassion #HealingForward #WorthyOfLove #PrioritizeYourself #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 11, 20251 min read


I am a warrior, not a worrier.
Worry doesn’t change the outcome — but courage does. I’ve survived too much to live in fear of what might go wrong. Today, I choose strength over stress, faith over fear. Echo me if you will: I am a warrior, not a worrier. — Dave Shelton #WarriorMindset #NoMoreWorry #HealingForward #StrongerThanMyStruggle #FaithOverFear #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 10, 20251 min read


I have the power to choose positive thoughts.
Every day, life gives me a choice — to feed fear or to feed faith. Today, I choose my thoughts on purpose. I choose what lifts me, not what limits me. Echo me if you will: I have the power to choose positive thoughts. — Dave Shelton #ChoosePositiveThoughts #MindsetShift #HealingForward #PowerOfThought #SelfWorth #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 9, 20251 min read


I am worthy of love and kindness.
For a long time, I knew how to give love, but I didn’t always know how to receive it. Truth is — I deserve it too. So today, I’m choosing to believe this: Echo me if you will: — Dave Shelton #HealingForward #SelfWorth #YouAreEnough #LoveAndKindness #PrioritizeYourself

Dave Shelton
Nov 8, 20251 min read


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Lately I’ve been reminding myself — strength isn’t proven by how much I carry, but by knowing when to set it down. Today, I choose to pause, breathe, rest, and let my soul recharge. Echo me if you will: I allow myself to rest and recharge. — Dave Shelton #RestAndRecharge #PrioritizeYourself #HealingForward #SelfWorth #TakeUpSpace #YouMatter #DaveShelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 6, 20251 min read
Wednesday November 5, 2025
Some of us have spent so much time pouring into others that we forgot what it feels like to pour into ourselves. Today, I’m choosing to celebrate me — not because everything is perfect, but because I’m still here, still becoming. Echo me if you will: I choose to prioritize myself. You deserve that same grace. Celebrate you today. — Dave Shelton

Dave Shelton
Nov 5, 20251 min read
Morning Meditations with Coach Dave
Good Morning, It's Coach Dave here. I want to share today's affirmation as part of our daily practice. Today is July 3, 2024. Take a deep...

Dave Shelton
Jul 3, 20241 min read
Morning Meditations with Coach Dave
Good Morning, It's Coach Dave here. I want to share today's affirmation as part of our daily practice. Today is July 2, 2024. Take a deep...

Dave Shelton
Jul 2, 20241 min read
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