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Second Best To Seen | The Coaching Sessions for Gay Men

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by David Allison SMACCPH

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Welcome to Second Best to Seen, the podcast for Gay Men ready to stop playing a supporting role in their own lives. I’m your host, David Allison. As a coach who's walked this road, I know the fear that says if you speak up, you will end up alone. I learned the hard way that treating yourself like second best just guarantees not being 'seen'. This is a space for practical wisdom to help you move from self-doubt to quiet confidence. Join my private coaching space, The Freedom Community at https://www.skool.com/mindsetcoach

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March 7, 2026

#10 Gay Men: Take Your Next Step With Clarity

Join The Community on<a href="https://www.skool.com/mindsetcoach" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"> SKOOL</a>.How long have you known what needs to change and been living alongside that knowledge? For a lot of men, the honest answer is a long time. And in that gap, a story starts to build about who you are and what you are capable of.That gap is simply a misunderstanding about how change actually works. Most men were taught that clarity comes before action. That you wait until you feel ready, then move. Your mind reads complete transformation as a threat and asks for solid ground first. Solid ground is exactly what this session gives you.This session shows you why one small step forward is how momentum builds. A single clear question your brain can actually answer and act on today. A way of seeing your next step that makes it easier to take. And a guided visualisation to help you feel what it is like to be the man who kept his word to himself.For every gay man who has a sharp picture of what he wants and is ready to move from intention to action. Who knows what needs to shift and is building the momentum to meet it. Who is ready to feel clear on Sunday and still moving on Tuesday?"You do not wait for the feeling. You move toward it." The doors to <a href="https://www.skool.com/mindsetcoach" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Freedom Community</a> are open for all Gay Men.Find David on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/davidallisoncoach" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a>.

February 28, 2026

#9 Gay Men: Your Best Self Awaits

You've been saving your best self for someone who hasn't arrived yet. The good cooking, the full wardrobe, the warmth, the devotion, all of it held in reserve like a guest room waiting for a booking that keeps not coming.In this session, David unpacks the trap of outsourcing your happiness to a future partner, where that habit comes from, and how to reclaim that energy so it lands on you first.In this episode, you'll learn:<ul><li>Why waiting for a partner to feel worthy is costing you the life you're living right now.</li><li>The gardener principle and why the water has to start with you.</li><li>A real story of a man who stopped living in rehearsal and became the main character of his own life.</li><li>The one shift that changes everything: becoming the destination first, before anyone else walks through the door.</li></ul>This isn't about giving up on love. It's about stopping the wait and starting to live.Ready to stop being second best and start being seen? Join the community of gay men doing this work together at <a href="https://www.skool.com/mindsetcoach" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">thefreedomcommunity.com</a>Follow David on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/davidallisoncoach" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a> for daily insights on building a life you don't need to escape from.

February 21, 2026

#8 Gay Men: Discover The Ease of Saying No: Aligning Your Words with Your Truth

You know exactly where your boundaries are. Intellectually, you’ve done the work. But when the moment arrives to express that truth, you might find a gap between your intention and your action. This episode is for gay men who are ready to bridge that gap and move from hesitation into a state of solid, grounded certainty.In this conversation, we explore why this pause isn't a flaw in your character; it’s actually a sign of your nervous system seeking safety. I share how you can begin to prioritise your own energy by discovering the power of the "Smallest Possible Yes" to yourself.In this episode, you’ll learn:<ul><li>How to recognise the wisdom of your body before the "yes" even leaves your mouth.</li><li>The greenhouse effect: how protecting your personal energy creates space for the connections that truly support you.</li><li>A real-world story of how a one-hour shift on a Sunday morning transformed a client’s entire sense of capacity.</li><li>How to move toward a life where your external boundaries and your internal values are in perfect, easy alignment.</li></ul>This isn’t about complex routines; it’s about the relief that comes when your words finally match your inner truth.Ready to start taking up your rightful space? Join our community of gay men practising these shifts until they become a natural, effortless part of who you are at.<a href="https://www.thefreedomcommunity.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">thefreedomcommunity.com</a>Follow David on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/davidallisoncoach" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> for daily insights on how protecting your energy isn’t a battle—it’s a decisive step toward your own flourishing.

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What is Second Best To Seen | The Coaching Sessions for Gay Men?: Welcome to Second Best to Seen, the podcast for Gay Men ready to stop playing a supporting role in their own lives.

I’m your host, David Allison. As a coach who's walked this road, I know the fear that says if you speak up, you will end up alone. I learned the hard way that treating yourself like second best just guarantees not being 'seen'.

This is a space for practical wisdom to help you move from self-doubt to quiet confidence.

Join my private coaching space, The Freedom Community at https://www.skool.com/mindsetcoach
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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