What if the life you want starts with one small step?

In this episode of There She Goes, I sit down with Traci Kasper, founder of One Small Step Walks, a community rooted in intentional movement, connection, and growth.

After navigating an autoimmune diagnosis and years of not feeling like herself, Traci began rebuilding her life through small, consistent changes that transformed not just her health, but her mindset.

This conversation is your reminder that you don’t need a dramatic reinvention to change your life, just the courage to take the next step.

We talk about:
 ✨ Turning personal challenges into purpose
 ✨ Why consistency > perfection (and how to actually live that)
 ✨ Redefining movement through walking, dancing, and joy
 ✨ Building community through shared experiences
 ✨ And the power of choosing yourself, one step at a time

We also share some fun moments from Antarctica plunges to Disney walks to bonding over the Jonas Brothers.

And we officially declare “One Step at a Time” by Jordin Sparks as this episode's mantra 🎶💖

⏱️ Timestamps

0:44 Welcome + Traci’s personal story
1:30 One Small Step Walks + mission
3:41 Navigating an autoimmune diagnosis
4:11 Progress over perfection
5:01 Mindful eating + impact on health
8:11 Consistency + “one step at a time” mindset
12:13 Turning obstacles into growth
13:41 The walking community + social impact
15:41 Mental + physical benefits of walking together
16:35 Building community through movement
17:00 Monthly walks in Orange County
19:54 Staying consistent despite obstacles
23:16 Walk sponsorship opportunities
27:03 Antarctica trip for her 40th birthday
34:21 Concert memories + Disney connection
41:16 The power of perseverance + small steps
41:33 “One Step at a Time” by Jordin Sparks 🎶
42:11 How to join + connect with Traci

💌 One Small Step Walk Sponsor Opportunity

If you loved Traci’s story and want to join her free walking community, follow her on Instagram @onesmallstepwalks to stay up to date on upcoming walks:

If you want to take this one step further (😉 pun intended), you can become a walk sponsor!

Traci is offering There She Goes (TSG) listeners 10% off sponsor packages when you mention the podcast. Reach out to Traci and mention TSG to enjoy your discounted sponsor package 💖

🎧 Songs Mentioned

One Step at a Time – Jordin Sparks 🎶

Listen to this song and all the songs mentioned in the podcast on the official There She Goes playlist: a curated, evolving soundtrack for your walks, your journaling sessions, your brave decisions, and your main character moments 💌

💖 Connect with Traci

Instagram: @onesmallstepwalks

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