Every Journey Begins With 1 Step Forward
Speaker, Author, and Advocate helping people transform grief, loss, and adversity into growth, resilience, and purpose.
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Published Books13K+
Readers Reached100+
Speaking Events20+
Years of Advocacy
Meet Zander Sprague
Zander is a motivational speaker, bestselling author, and advocate who helps individuals, organizations, and communities navigate grief and life’s most difficult transitions. Through powerful storytelling and practical strategies, he inspires audiences to take their next step forward.Speaking Topics
Grief & Healing
Helping audiences navigate loss and discover hope.Resilience
Turning adversity into strength and purpose.Finding Purpose
Building a meaningful future after life changes.Featured Books
EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward
How to Plan, Achieve and Enjoy The Journey
No matter your goals, EPIC Begins with 1 Step Forward
offers a practical framework for improving every day.
All you need to do is master the simple yet transformative
habit of taking one step forward.
This book will reshape the way you think about success and progress.
It gives you the practical steps you need to create EPIC results—
whether you want to run a marathon, lose weight, write a book,
get promoted, start a business, or achieve any other goal.
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Why Don't They Cry?
Understanding Your Living Child's Grief
Zander Sprague was devastated when his sister Lucy was murdered.
He chose not to further burden his parents during their own
profound grief.
Many families struggle to connect when they need each other most.
After hearing parents repeatedly ask,
"Why don't they cry?",
Zander wrote this guide for parents and sibling survivors
facing loss together.
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Making Lemonade
Choosing A Positive Pathway After Losing Your Sibling
Second Edition
An offhand remark from a college friend who had recently lost
his brother sparked the idea for this internationally acclaimed book.
This powerful guide helps sibling survivors navigate grief,
find understanding, and discover a positive pathway forward
after loss.
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What People Are Saying
“Zander's message gave me hope and a renewed sense of purpose.”
“Authentic, inspiring and unforgettable.”
“One of the most impactful speakers we have ever hosted.”
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