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One Small Step to Change Your Life: Zander Sprague on Grief, Growth & Living EPIC
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In this powerful episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, host Tobi Ojekunle is joined by internationally acclaimed speaker, licensed clinical counsellor, and author Zander Sprague, also known as the God of Enthusiasm. Zander shares his transformative philosophy that “EPIC begins with 1 step forward”—an empowering message about the significance of small, intentional choices in building a deeply fulfilling life.
From overcoming sibling loss to shifting careers from the corporate world into counselling, Zander’s story is one of radical courage, enthusiasm, and resilience. Together, Tobi and Zander explore how to visualise big dreams, lead with authenticity, and find light even in moments of grief.
🔥 What You’ll Learn
- Why one small step can change everything
- The two magic words that can supercharge your success
- How to stay EPIC and motivated while working remotely
- The 97/3 Rule that can reframe how you see the world
- How to transform personal loss into purpose
- What it means to truly believe in yourself—even when life gets tough
- How to lead EPIC teams and nurture EPIC goals
🧭 Key Takeaways
- Small choices create massive transformations
- Enthusiasm isn’t a trait—it’s a choice you can make daily
- Grief, while painful, can open the door to deeper purpose
- Not yet doesn’t mean no—it means you’re still growing
- Every challenge offers an opportunity to pivot and grow
🕒 Episode Chapters
- 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction to Zander Sprague
- 07:04 – From Corporate Career to Counselling: A Personal Journey
- 13:57 – The Power of Small, Intentional Choices
- 19:59 – Believing in Yourself and Redefining Failure
- 23:44 – How to Bounce Back from Challenges
- 29:17 – Why Positivity Is a Superpower
- 35:31 – Healing Through Grief and Loss
- 42:48 – Embracing the Beauty of the Journey
💬 Memorable Quotes
“I believe in myself unfailingly.”
“Every failure is a means to learn.”
“Not yet means I'm a work in progress.”
🔗 Connect with Zander Sprague
- 🌐 Website: https://epicbegins.com
- 📘 Book: EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward
- 📱 Instagram, LinkedIn, and more – all links on his website
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