{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdecide-its-your-turn-the-podcast.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fwhen-life-gets-hard-Zgi_4CDe","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Back Pain, Bad Days & Big Mindset Shifts: Choosing Joy, Fun & Growth—Even When Life Gets Hard","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/33879479-6de5-44a3-827d-fdec5dccf9d6/11b34ed2-6351-4215-9c50-554db7eb01be/aba-cover.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In this episode of Anything But Average, Christina and Brittany dive into an honest, lighthearted, and insightful conversation about navigating life’s inevitable ups and downs. From tackling recovery tips for back pain to managing bad days with grace, they explore how mindset and intentional choices can transform your experience—whether you're dealing with pain, external voices, or family dynamics.\n\nThey unpack the power of fun and gratitude as tools for emotional well-being, and why recognizing that you always have a choice in how you respond can change everything. The discussion also highlights how we often become our own worst critic and how leaning into joy and connection can help you reclaim your perspective.\n\nYou’ll also hear about summer plans, family moments, and real-life examples of how Christina and Brittany apply these principles in their everyday lives.\n"}