Show Notes
In this breathtaking episode of Epic Begins With 1 Step Forward, Zander Sprague sits down with former schoolteacher and author Alison Gieschen, who sold everything with her husband and moved aboard a 43-foot sailboat to circumnavigate the globe. Eight years, 49 countries, four continents—and countless epic unexpecteds—later, Alison shares stories of 20-foot waves, ripped sails, Chinese fishing fleets, mechanical failures, and even a tsunami warning after landfall. From crossing the Atlantic in blissful trade winds to hand-steering 650 miles in brutal Pacific seas, this conversation dives deep into resilience, perspective, simplicity, and freedom. Alison also reflects on how life at sea reshaped her identity, creativity, and priorities. If you’ve ever dreamed of walking away from “normal” to chase something extraordinary, this episode will expand your horizon.
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