The Why Me Podcast

In March 2012, high school softball player Emily Stuckwisch (Bobb) was struck by lightning under mostly clear skies during practice—an event that stopped her heart on the field. What followed was nothing short of miraculous: bystanders in the right place at the right time, resuscitation, and a second chance at life. In this episode of  The Why Me Podcast , Emily shares the full story of that day f...

Feeling out of balance? In this episode of the Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon shares her personal journey navigating chronic illness, motherhood, and life’s unexpected disruptions. She explores the power of holistic health, functional medicine, and going back to the basics—sleep, nutrition, movement, grounding, and mindfulness—to regain energy, clarity, and well-being. Whether you’re facing a he...

In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon shares a powerful and honest update after stepping away from social media for 40 days. What started as a simple break quickly became a life-changing reset. Brianna opens up about how much time she was spending scrolling, the habit loops she didn’t even realize she was stuck in, and why so many people struggle to admit just how consuming...

In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon dives into the often-overlooked space between struggle and success—the middle ground where most of life actually happens. Drawing from her experience navigating seven months with Myasthenia Gravis, Brianna shares the challenges and small victories of rebuilding strength, energy, and confidence while living with uncertainty. She explores how e...

In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon explores the powerful idea that motivation doesn’t come before action — it follows it. She breaks down why waiting to feel ready often keeps people stuck, and how small, seemingly meaningless actions can create the momentum needed to move forward. Drawing on psychological research like Behavioral Activation, Brianna explains how taking action...

What if the small moments that make you uneasy could actually train your brain for life? In this episode, Brianna Spurgeon shows how choosing discomfort in everyday situations can build resilience, strengthen mental toughness, and prepare you for unexpected life disruptions. From the universal “stomach-drop” moment in meetings to tiny, practical challenges, Brianna explains how elective discomfort...

In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores how ChatGPT and generative AI can become your ultimate “coach in your pocket” for navigating personal and professional change. Drawing on her experience as a transformation lead at a major biotech company, Brianna breaks down how AI can help you process uncertainty, manage resistance, and make rational decisions when life or wor...

On this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon shares a deeply personal realization that challenged how she was spending her time — and what she was actually leaving behind. During a season of uncertainty, Brianna began reflecting on legacy, impact, and the mark she wanted to leave on the world. What she discovered was uncomfortable: despite years of learning, reading, scrolling, and...

This week on The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon shares a quick experiment that shifted her energy and perspective in just days. Feeling emotionally heavy, she noticed something surprising at a coffee shop — a barista’s infectious joy completely changed the way she showed up in the world. Inspired, Brianna decided to test two simple habits: adding a little extra warmth to everyday interactions (“...

We’re often taught that if we work hard enough and make the right choices, we’ll eventually reach a finish line — a clear ending where the struggle is behind us and the victory is secure. But not every journey works that way. In this episode, Brianna explores the idea that some of life’s most meaningful experiences aren’t races to be completed, but rhythms to be understood. From the heaviness of w...

What if giving up isn’t quitting — but the most faithful, freeing decision you can make? In this hallmark episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon introduces The Art of Giving Up — a powerful framework for discerning what to hold onto and what to lay down when life feels exhausting, misaligned, or out of your control. If you’ve ever felt stuck on a hamster wheel… Burned out by responsibilit...

Rest feels lazy. Unproductive. Even shameful — especially for high achievers, working parents, and anyone who’s been conditioned to equate worth with output. In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon shares how a myasthenia gravis diagnosis forced her to confront overworking, control, and self-imposed productivity — and why learning to rest didn’t make her weaker, but mentally strong...

Self-limiting beliefs don’t show up as fear — they show up as logic. In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna walks listeners through a powerful personal story of loss, disruption, and decision-making after being laid off eight months pregnant — and the coaching tools that helped her separate fact from assumption. You’ll hear how the brain creates limits to protect us, why even high-achievin...

What do you do when the life you imagined no longer fits the reality you’re living? In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores what it really means to let go of future expectations — without losing hope, identity, or forward momentum. After a life-altering diagnosis, Brianna found herself facing the quiet loss of an imagined future: a timeline for having another baby, a...

What’s your first step when life shakes up your plans? In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon shares how to rebuild your life one small habit at a time when unexpected change disrupts your health, routines, and confidence. Drawing inspiration from Atomic Habits by James Clear, this episode explores how tiny, consistent habits can help you regain momentum, rebuild confidence, and c...

Feeling fear doesn’t mean you should wait to take action. In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon shares her personal story of facing a health crisis and how she discovered that courage comes before confidence. From ICU moments to everyday challenges like career moves, tough conversations, and salary negotiations, Brianna breaks down how stepping forward scared can lead to confiden...

Forget New Year’s Resolutions: Focus on Outcomes, Not Rules Are your goals leaving you frustrated, stuck, or ready to give up when life doesn’t go as planned? In this episode of The Why Me Podcast , Brianna Spurgeon shows you why traditional resolutions and rigid goals often fail (80%, in fact) — and how outcomes-based planning can change everything. Instead of focusing on specific actions or stri...

Life Feels Unfair? Reframe and reclaim your life. Do you feel stuck in circumstances you didn’t ask for? In this episode of The Why Me Podcast , Brianna Spurgeon shares a powerful mindset shift: viewing life’s challenges as raw material instead of labeling them “fair” or “unfair.” This simple but profound reframe protects your nervous system, fosters resilience, and strengthens a growth mindset —...

Why do the hardest moments seem to choose us? In Episode 1 of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon shares the deeply personal story that sparked the Why Me movement — a health crisis, an unexpected diagnosis, and the moment she stopped asking “Why is this happening to me?” and started asking “What is this shaping me into?” This episode sets the foundation for the podcast and the movement behi...