Thriving in the Middle: When You’re Better Than You Were, But Not Where You Want to Be

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 even the people we admire—like Michael Jordan—spent the majority of their lives in the “boring middle,” practicing, showing up, and quietly building the habits that led to their success. From personal health setbacks to parenting and life-altering decisions, Brianna emphasizes how growth, reflection, and gratitude thrive in this space.Listeners will relate to the in-between moments of life, learn to embrace the journey, and discover why thriving somewhere in the middle can be more meaningful than rushing to the next milestone.