Ep 14 - Embracing the Unexpected: When Life Rewrites the Script

Life doesn’t always go according to plan—DUH, right?! Maybe life has thrown a detour, a pothole, or even a full-on ravine in your path. Today we’re talking about how to navigate life’s unexpected twists, find meaning in the setbacks, and keep moving forward (even when the road signs seem to be blinking, “TURN BACK NOW!”).

SUMMARY

Ever had a plan that completely fell apart? A dream that turned into a disaster? A sure thing that suddenly wasn’t? Yeah, us too. In this episode, we dive into the unpredictability of life and how sometimes the things that seem like the biggest setbacks are actually setting us up for something better. From personal struggles to unexpected blessings, we explore how to react – recognize the signs, learn from our detours, and embrace change rather than fear it.

Todd shares how the worst auditions of his life somehow landed him the best roles, while Bettijo reflects on the painful but ultimately transformative end of her first marriage. We talk about why we struggle with change, how expectations can set us up for disappointment, and why life isn’t fair—but that’s okay. Because, as we’ve learned, sometimes the best things come when life rewrites the script.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Why life’s detours aren’t always disasters—they might be divine redirections.
• The guy who survived a plane crash just because of his dog — well at least that’s what we thought. It was actually misreported originally and Bettijo saw the original news story, and it was later clarified that this man was indeed kept off a Kansas City flight but it was not the doomed flight. Yea, kind of takes the wind out of the sails on that story, but the lesson is still a good one HAHA!
• Todd’s absolute worst auditions—and how those were the ones that got him the gig.
• Why expecting people to be a certain way is the fastest route to disappointment.
• The surprising connection between resisting change and making life harder.
• How God has a way of flipping the script when you least expect it.

LISTEN TO LEARN

• How to find meaning in the mess when things don’t go according to plan.
• Why life will never be fair (and why that’s actually a good thing).
• How to embrace life’s unexpected twists instead of fearing them. 
• The key to handling life’s curveballs: Don’t fight change—foster flexibility.

Life is a wild, unpredictable ride, but that doesn’t mean you have to white-knuckle your way through it. Whether you’re facing a setback, a detour, or a full-blown life reboot, this episode is here to remind you: Change is inevitable. Growth is optional. And happiness? That’s a choice. So, buckle up and hit play—because DANG! this one’s a good one.

Follow on Instagram:  Todd @toddbridges & Bettijo @pagingsupermom

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