Your Brain Is Trying To Protect You—But Is It Keeping You Stuck? With Dr. Albert Bramante

Your Brain Is Trying To Protect You—But Is It Keeping You Stuck? With Dr. Albert Bramante

August 31, 2026 · 30 min · Episode 136

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Zander Sprague discusses self-sabotage and overcoming fear with Dr. Albert Bramante, exploring how our brains protect us from uncertainty and the importance of taking action.

What if the biggest obstacle standing between you and your next big opportunity is you? On this episode of Epic Begins With 1 Step Forward, Zander Sprague talks with Dr. Albert Bramante, talent agent, psychology professor, and performance mindset coach, about fear, self-sabotage, perfectionism, and the stories that keep us stuck. Albert shares his unexpected journey from psychology to the entertainment industry and explains why self-sabotage is often our brain’s attempt to protect us from uncertainty—even when that uncertainty is success. They also explore the dangerous side of “not yet,” when waiting becomes an excuse for avoiding action. You’ll discover why setting a date matters, how setbacks can redirect your life, and why taking one concrete step can transform “someday” into something real. https://epicbegins.com Free E-book – https://dl.bookfunnel.com/afk096okro Apply to be a Guest on My TV show – https://www.epicchoicemedia.com #EPICBeginswith1StepForward #ZanderSprague #SelfSabotage #PerformanceMindset #OvercomingFear

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Host: Zander Sprague

Guest: Dr. Albert Bramante

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