The Why Me Podcast

Brianna Spurgeon
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Why Me is a storytelling podcast about the moments that force us to ask the hardest question: why me? Through real conversations about illness, loss, identity shifts, and unexpected detours, we explore how people find meaning, calm, and purpose when life changes unexpectedly.

  1. 2d ago

    The Spinning Rock Perspective: Why Your Problem Might Not Be as Big as It Feels

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores the power of zooming out when life feels overwhelming. Through personal reflection and practical perspective shifts, Brianna shares how stepping back from the details can help people see their challenges, fears, and decisions through a bigger lens. From stressful work moments to life-changing leaps of faith, this episode challenges listeners to stop allowing temporary problems to carry permanent weight. Brianna reminds listeners that while challenges deserve attention, they do not have to consume their peace. By remembering the bigger picture—that we are all living on a spinning rock in space—listeners are encouraged to release fear, embrace courage, and take action without being trapped by the question of “what if?”

  2. Aug 10

    Gratitude Is a Discipline: Creating a Habit of Hope

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores why gratitude is not just an emotion we experience when life is going well, but a discipline we can practice in every season. Inspired by her conversation with Emily Stuckwish, who experienced being struck by lightning and later the loss of her father, Brianna reflects on the power of choosing gratitude even in the middle of difficult circumstances. Emily’s daily practice of finding something to be grateful for—even on the hardest days—serves as a reminder that gratitude is not about ignoring pain, but about making room for hope. Brianna shares why gratitude can change the way we see our circumstances, open the “windows” of our minds, and help us recognize the good that still exists even during life’s storms. Listeners are challenged to create their own gratitude practice by tying it to a daily habit: brushing their teeth. Each time they brush their teeth this week, they are encouraged to pause and name one thing they are grateful for. Because gratitude isn’t something we have to wait to feel. It’s something we can choose to practice.

  3. Aug 3

    Surrender Is Not Giving Up

    What happens when life doesn’t go according to plan? When the outcome is uncertain, the timeline is unknown, and the weight feels too heavy to carry? In this powerful episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores the difference between surrender and giving up. Through a deeply personal story from her pregnancy with her second son and the unexpected challenges that followed in her own life, Brianna shares how God has been teaching her that surrender is not a sign of weakness—it is an act of trust. Giving up says, “I can’t do this anymore.” Surrender says, “I can’t do this alone.” Brianna reflects on the ways fear, anxiety, and the desire for control can steal the joy of the present moment, and how shifting the question from “Why is this happening to me?” to “What can God do through this?” can transform the way we walk through difficult seasons. This episode is an invitation to release the burden of carrying what we were never meant to carry, trust a plan greater than our own, and discover that surrender is not the end of the journey—it is the strength that allows us to keep climbing.

  4. Jul 27

    For Moments You Can’t Undo: The Viktor Frankl Quote for Every “Why Me” Moment

    In this powerful episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores what happens when life brings us moments we cannot undo. Inspired by the story of Emily Traveller, a young woman whose life changed forever after a devastating accident, Brianna reflects on the grief of losing the future we imagined and the courage it takes to move forward when circumstances cannot be changed. Drawing from Viktor Frankl’s bestselling book Man’s Search for Meaning and his profound words, “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves,” Brianna unpacks one of life’s most difficult questions: What do we do when we cannot change what happened? This episode explores the difference between finding meaning in suffering and creating meaning through our response to it. Brianna shares how life’s hardest seasons can reshape our perspective, deepen our character, and challenge us to ask a new question—not just “Why me?” but “Who am I becoming?” For anyone navigating an unexpected diagnosis, loss, disappointment, or a chapter they never would have chosen, this episode is a reminder that while we may not always choose the circumstances we face, we still have a choice in who we become because of them.

  5. Jul 20

    The People, Places, and Versions of Ourselves We Outgrow

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon reflects on the quiet grief and unexpected beauty of outgrowing people, places, dreams, and versions of ourselves that once felt like home. Through personal reflection and the metaphor of two hikers whose paths eventually diverge, Brianna explores why some seasons are meant to be cherished rather than held onto forever. She shares how endings can exist without anger, how gratitude can coexist with letting go, and how the people and experiences that leave our lives can still have a meaningful place in our story. If you’ve ever looked back on an old chapter and wondered how something so familiar became something so distant, this episode offers a reminder: not everything that ends was a mistake. Sometimes it was simply a season that fulfilled its purpose. Because every person, place, and version of ourselves helps shape the person we are becoming.

  6. Jul 13

    Stop Saying “I Can’t”: A Better Question to Ask Yourself

    What if one simple question could change the way you approach every challenge in life? In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon shares an unexpected lesson from her three-year-old son that became a powerful reminder about the questions we ask ourselves. After a difficult evening, a simple coaching technique transformed a conversation from “I can’t” into “How will I?”—unlocking creativity, confidence, and a new way of thinking. Brianna explores how self-limiting beliefs often begin with the questions we ask ourselves and why replacing “Can I?” with “How will I?” shifts the brain from doubt to problem-solving. Whether you’re navigating adversity, pursuing a dream, parenting young children, or simply feeling stuck, this episode offers a practical mindset shift you can begin using today. If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I can’t,” this conversation will encourage you to pause, ask a better question, and discover possibilities you may not have seen before. In this episode: * Why “Can I?” often fuels self-doubt * The coaching question that changes your mindset * How to overcome self-limiting beliefs * A parenting moment that became a life lesson * Finding possibility even within real limitations The Why Me Podcast is hosted by Brianna Spurgeon and explores the life lessons hidden inside our greatest challenges, helping listeners move beyond “Why me?” and toward lives filled with purpose, resilience, and hope.

  7. Jul 6

    7 Mindset Shifts That Will Change Your Life (From a Reddit Thread)

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores a Reddit thread where hundreds of people answered one simple question: what’s one change that made the biggest difference in their life? What starts as a list of familiar answers—small habits like drinking more water, exercising, and improving sleep—quickly unfolds into something much deeper. As Brianna reads through the responses, she uncovers a second layer of insights: subtle but powerful mindset shifts that reshape how people think, respond, and navigate life’s most difficult moments. From learning to pause before reacting, to stopping automatic judgment, to practicing radical acceptance and releasing control over others, each insight points to a quieter but more transformative way of living. Blending reflection with personal insight, Brianna connects these shifts to the emotional “why me” moments in life—when things feel heavy, uncertain, or out of control. This episode invites listeners to step back from overthinking and instead focus on small internal changes that can meaningfully shift the way they experience their lives.

  8. Jun 29

    Laid Off? 3 Lessons I Learned After Losing My Job at 8 Months Pregnant

    Losing a job can feel like losing your footing overnight. In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon shares the deeply personal story of being unexpectedly laid off while nearly eight months pregnant with her first child. Faced with uncertainty about health insurance, motherhood, her career, and what came next, Brianna found herself navigating one of the most stressful seasons of her life. Through an honest retelling of the experience, she explores the fear, self-doubt, embarrassment, and anxiety that often follow job loss—and the unexpected opportunity that ultimately led to a role that was an even better fit than the one she lost. Along the way, Brianna shares three powerful lessons for anyone facing a layoff, career transition, or major life disruption: • How to use unexpected change as an invitation to pivot • Why relationships often matter more than résumés • How to separate fear from fact when self-doubt takes over She also reflects on the realities of today’s changing workplace, the importance of adaptability in the age of AI, and why honesty and humility can become your greatest strengths when navigating uncertainty. Whether you’ve recently been laid off, are struggling with job loss anxiety, or are trying to figure out what’s next after a major setback, this episode offers practical encouragement and a reminder that your story isn’t over yet. Because just like we don’t see our “Why Me?” moments coming, we often don’t see the good moments coming either.

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About

Why Me is a storytelling podcast about the moments that force us to ask the hardest question: why me? Through real conversations about illness, loss, identity shifts, and unexpected detours, we explore how people find meaning, calm, and purpose when life changes unexpectedly.

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  • Creator
    Brianna Spurgeon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brianna Spurgeon
  • Show Website
    The Why Me Podcast

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