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. 1h ago

    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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. Jun 22

    What No One Tells You About Your 5-Year Plan (And Why It Breaks)

    On this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores why five-year plans so often fail in real life—and what it means when the future you carefully mapped out no longer matches the life you’re actually living. We’re taught to build long-term plans as if life is predictable: set goals, define milestones, and follow the roadmap. But in reality, life rarely cooperates with the version of us who created those plans. Health changes, relationships evolve, priorities shift, and identity itself can transform in ways we never anticipated. Brianna draws on her background in corporate strategy and transformation at a Fortune 500 company—where planning, forecasting, and execution were central to everything—to unpack how even the most structured approaches to life and success can break down when faced with real-world uncertainty. Through personal reflection, she shares how her own five-year plan looked from the outside—and how little of it ultimately played out as expected. Not as a story of failure, but as a realization that the assumption of control was always incomplete. This episode introduces a powerful reframing: instead of relying only on rigid roadmaps, what if we also built a “compass” for our lives? Rather than anchoring identity and worth to specific achievements, Brianna invites listeners to consider a deeper layer of planning—one rooted in purpose, values, and emotional outcomes like freedom, connection, stability, growth, and meaning. Because while plans may need to change, those deeper outcomes can still guide us forward. In this episode, listeners will explore: * Why five-year plans often break down in practice * The emotional impact of feeling “off track” in life * The difference between goals and outcomes * Why backup plans don’t fully protect against uncertainty * How to build both a roadmap and a compass for your future This conversation is for anyone who has looked at their life and thought, “This isn’t what I planned.” Because the goal isn’t to follow the plan perfectly. It’s to still end up somewhere true—even when the road changes.

  7. Jun 15

    Why Them? The Discipline Behind Extraordinary Success

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, Brianna Spurgeon steps back from the question people often ask in difficult seasons—“Why me?”—and explores a different perspective: “Why them?” Why do some individuals seem to build extraordinary lives, businesses, and opportunities while others remain stuck searching for what’s missing? Brianna shares a story of Greg LaVecchia, an entrepreneur she has followed for years, long before his brand grew into a billion-dollar company. Watching his journey over time—and reflecting on his recent content—challenged her assumptions about success, timing, and talent. In this episode, Brianna breaks down three key principles she derived from Greg LaVecchia’s content and her observations of his approach to building success: 1. Discipline — the ability to show up consistently, especially when motivation fades 2. Learning to say no — removing distractions, opportunities, and expectations that don’t align 3. Aligning every choice with the vision — making decisions through the lens of the future you’re trying to build Rather than attributing success to luck or perfect circumstances, this conversation focuses on the repeatable patterns behind meaningful achievement and long-term growth. Brianna reflects on how these principles apply not only to personal development and resilience, but also to the realities of building something of your own in uncertain seasons. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, unmotivated, or unsure of their next step—and additionally for you if you’re an aspiring entrepreneur trying to turn vision into something real. One day someone may ask you, “Why you?” And there will always be parts of your story you didn’t choose—moments, circumstances, and challenges that were unexpected and out of your control. But there will also be parts you can answer for. The direction you took. The distractions you said no to. The discipline you practiced when it would’ve been easier not to. The choices you made—again and again—to stay aligned with the vision you had for your life. And maybe that’s what separates a life that just happens from a life that’s intentionally built. Not everything is chosen. But a lot more is shaped than we think.

  8. Jun 8

    What Is Your Time Capsule? | A Reflection on Legacy, Purpose, and What We Leave Behind

    In this episode of The Why Me Podcast, host Brianna Spurgeon explores the powerful concept of creating a “time capsule” as a metaphor for legacy, purpose, and intentional living. Brianna Spurgeon reflects on personal experiences that led her to consider mortality, motherhood, and what it means to leave something meaningful behind for her children and future generations. Through storytelling and reflection, this episode encourages listeners to examine how their daily choices, work, relationships, and creative expression become part of the legacy they are actively building. Brianna Spurgeon shares how The Why Me Podcast itself has become her modern-day time capsule—a way to preserve her thoughts, lessons, and lived experiences in real time. Listeners are invited to rethink legacy not as fame or remembrance, but as impact that continues to grow beyond a person’s lifetime. This episode of The Why Me Podcast highlights how businesses, creative work, community-building, teaching, and acts of service can all function as “seeds” planted into the world. Brianna Spurgeon challenges listeners to consider what they are actively creating, sharing, and releasing into the world—and whether those things would still carry meaning if revisited years in the future. This reflective episode blends personal insight with universal questions about purpose, contribution, and intentional living.

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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.

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  • Creator
    Brianna Spurgeon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brianna Spurgeon
  • Show Website
    The Why Me Podcast

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