Ep.3 | LDS Shooting & Culture Reflections, Jessica Sanchez’s 20-Year Comeback, and Dr. David Fajgenbaum’s Tragedy to Purpose

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📖 Episode 3 Summary

In this episode of Game Changer by Empowerhouse Coaching, Amanda Escobedo unpacks three powerful stories that reveal how culture, leadership, and resilience show up in defining moments:

• The LDS Shooting – Leaders responded with statements that were measured and compassionate, choosing not to attack or assign blame. Yet the public quickly turned to online searches, seeking motives and someone to fault. This contrast highlights how deeply blame-seeking remains woven into our culture, even when leadership communication takes a more objective tone.
• Jessica Sanchez – After 20 years of perseverance and self-belief, Jessica’s breakthrough reminds us that resilience is often the unseen work behind “overnight” success. Her story is a clarion call for anyone questioning whether determination really pays off.
• Dr. David Fajgenbaum – A doctor who nearly lost his life, David transformed his personal tragedy into a movement that saves lives. His story is living proof that pain, when met with purpose, can become a powerful force for change.

Together, these stories challenge us to reflect:
 👉 What assumptions or conclusions might we jump to without the facts?
 👉 How do we cultivate resilience when the path feels long?
 👉 How might our own challenges carry the seeds of greater purpose?

🔗 References

• [Coverage of the LDS Church Shooting – Newsweek Article]
• [Jessica Sanchez 20 Year Later AGT Audition] [Jessica Sanchez Rolling Stone Article]
• [Shawn Ryan Show Ep. 240 – Dr. David Fajgenbaum]

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