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Anchored: A Father's Reflections on What Matters
What do we leave behind when the noise quiets and the dust settles? For Dr. Erickson, a devoted father, health professional and reflective teacher, the answer is simply this: we leave behind who we are, how we lived, and what we stood for.
Available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback. Rated 5.0 out of 5 by readers.
About the book
More than a book, a heartfelt offering
- Timeless principles
- Emotional intelligence
- Values-based decision making
- Resilience
- Leadership
Written as a legacy for his sons, Anchored shares the lessons that shaped Dr. Erickson's life: insights earned through personal failures and triumphs, drawn from history, philosophy and the raw wisdom of lived experience. Each chapter is grounded in timeless principles, emotional intelligence, values-based decision making, resilience and leadership, and the book concludes with a deeply personal reflection titled From Father to Son.
But this book isn't just for his sons. It's for anyone who has ever asked themselves, what truly matters? It's for those navigating change, wrestling with uncertainty, or longing for clarity and direction. It's for readers who value truth over trend, and depth over distraction.
Whether you're a parent, a seeker, or simply someone trying to live with more intention and integrity, Anchored offers a compass: steady, honest, and enduring.
Reader reviews
What readers are saying
“Dr. Erickson has written a wonderful book. He offers practical wisdom about emotional intelligence that is valuable for everyone to apply to their lives. He explains the information simply, with relevant examples, and it is engaging to read. I came away from it with a desire to apply the principles he shared and with a working knowledge of how to do so. Totally loved his book!!”
WendyReader, Anchored on Amazon
“In a loving tribute to his sons Dr. Erickson provides a guide on how to achieve a life well-lived by navigating life's trials and tribulations and understanding the real value of self-worth. A must read for parents or prospective parents. Thoughtful, insightful and helpful. Highly recommended.”
Douglas B.Reader, Anchored on Amazon
For parents and readers
A compass for a life well-lived
Readers call it a must read for parents and prospective parents, and a guide to navigating life's trials and understanding the real value of self-worth. Anchored is available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback editions.
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