Jason Sanders

 is a contestant from Survivor: Mauritius.

Profile
Name (Age): Jason Sanders (40)

Tribe Designation: Aapravasi

Current Residence: Philadelphia, PA

Occupation: Therapist

Claim to Fame: My children. They’re both such beautiful people and I’m so glad that they’re in my life. During my 20s, my doctors told me I was basically infertile and wouldn’t have any hope of having any kids, but my wife and I refused to listen to his advice, and sure enough, by some miracle, she got pregnant anyways. Twice. I’m so happy that God blessed me with such a miracle.

Inspiration in Life: I mean, I kind of look like the guy, so why not just say Jesus Christ? My faith is so, so important to me. When I’m presented with really difficult and troubling cases as a therapist, I look to Christ to help me through it. My devotion to my faith is part of why I became a therapist: to help other people as Christ wants us to. (laughs) Okay, I’ll stop preaching now.

Hobbies: Going to the park with my kids, dinner dates with my wife, and archery. I’m mean with a bow and arrow.

Pet Peeves: When people focus on the negative. There are so many great things in life to cherish, but too often, people can only see what’s troubling them and would rather complain about that then appreciate what they do have. Also, when people are rude to those with mental illness. Sometimes, saying “just smile” to a depressed person isn’t the best idea.

3 Words to Describe You: Empathetic, optimistic, & caring

If you could bring 3 things on the island with you, what would they be and why?: A Bible to keep me grounded, a bow and arrow to keep up my archery, and some guacamole, just because I’m addicted to the stuff.

SURVIVOR contestant you are most like: I feel like I’m a lot like Bob Crowley. We’re both more laidback and humble guys who are willing to go in the background and let the bigger players take each other out. I’m going to use his strategy of getting further in the game through my social game and, if I need to, my physical strength.

Reason for being on SURVIVOR: My mom was a huge SURVIVOR fan ever since the show started. When she passed away last year, my whole family had a really tough time coping with her loss because it was so sudden and so devastating. I got in a really sentimental mood one day and remembered how much she loved this show, and thinking I wouldn’t be too bad at it, I applied, and here I am. I’m playing this game in my mom’s memory.

Why you will be the Sole Survivor: SURVIVOR is a social game, and when it comes to social stuff, I’m a total rockstar. I’m a great listener, so I know that I can get close to people and know them well, and I’ll always be their shoulder to cry on. I’m not going to be seen as any sort of threat, just the nice Jesus-y guy that is loyal to his alliances and works hard around camp. That perception of me is what’s going to get me to the end and, hopefully, the title of Sole Survivor.