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Brittani McCullough Clark: Defying Expectations and Triumph Over Adversity

Visit https://kimanthony.com/ to learn more about our host. In this inspiring episode, join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Brittani McCullough Clark, a UCLA National Gymnastics Champion who embodies resilience and determination. Brittani opens up about overcoming repeated setbacks, defying expectations, and maintaining her competitive edge against all odds. Discover how Brittani balanced the demanding challenges of a top-tier nursing program ‪@uclaschoolofnursing7726‬ while excelling in gymnastics at UCLA. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, offering motivational insights for advanced athletes and anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. In a candid conversation, Brittani shares the pivotal moments that shaped her career, the mindset that kept her going when others doubted her, and how her gymnastic experiences fortified her for life's toughest trials. Don't miss this Resilience to Brilliance episode filled with heart, grit, and inspiring lessons on rising in the face of adversity. The journey to becoming a nurse (00:02:08) Brittani discusses her decision to pursue nursing and the influence of her nurse after a car accident. Resilience story starts early (00:05:21) Brittani shares her early challenges, including being born with a cord wrapped around her neck and being diagnosed with pyloric stenosis and hip dysplasia. Overcoming injuries in gymnastics (00:08:31) Brittani talks about her experience with a stress fracture in her back during high school and her gratitude for being able to compete at national championships. The torn achilles (00:10:45) Brittani discusses tearing her right achilles at 16 years old, her frustration, and her realization that it happened for a reason. The blessing of the injury (00:12:14) Brittani talks about the blessing of being able to attend public high school and interact with people while recovering from her injury. Avoiding abuse (00:14:04) Brittani reflects on how her injury prevented her from being abused by Larry Nassar and expresses gratitude for the injury. The road to recovery (00:21:51) Brittani discusses her foot injury, the surgery, and the importance of following doctor's instructions. Leadership and resilience (00:22:45) Brittani talks about her role as a leader in gymnastics and the encouragement she received from her coach to speak up and be a leader with her voice. Overcoming adversity (00:25:54) Brittani shares her experience of tearing her Achilles tendon and her determination to continue with gymnastics despite multiple injuries. Balancing Gymnastics and Nursing Classes (00:32:10) Brittani discusses the challenges of balancing her gymnastics training and nursing classes, and the specific timing requirements of the nursing program. Finding Ways to Be Present with the Team (00:33:44) Brittani shares her efforts to still feel connected to her gymnastics team despite not always being able to physically be there, including leaving encouraging notes for her teammates. Overcoming Challenges and Persuading the School of Nursing (00:37:34) Brittani talks about the initial resistance she faced from the nursing program and how she persisted in convincing them to allow her to pursue nursing while being a student-athlete. Managing a Busy Schedule (00:42:30) Brittani discusses how she managed her schedule to balance gymnastics and nursing, including missing certain meets and organizing her clinical hours. The Importance of Support (00:45:23) Brittani emphasizes the role of support from her family, coaches, and medical team in helping her achieve her goals and overcome challenges. Reflection on the Journey (00:49:23) Brittani reflects on her gymnastics career and concludes that the challenges and sacrifices were worth it, as they shaped her into the person she is today and led her to a fulfilling career in nursing. Advice from Brittani (00:54:55) - Advice for pursuing dreams and overcoming obstacles Brittani discusses the advice she would give to someone pursuing their dream and facing obstacles, emphasizing not taking no for an answer and being willing to adjust and be flexible. Encouragement from Brittani (00:57:01) - Keep pushing and don't give up Brittani encourages listeners to keep pushing forward, even if they encounter setbacks, and to find alternative ways to pour themselves into what they love if necessary. Recent Diagnosis (01:00:49) - Brittani's resilience journey and recent diagnosis Brittani shares her recent diagnosis and how she has approached it with resilience, relying on her faith and previous experiences to navigate the challenges. Perseverance and Enlisting a Team (01:05:53) The importance of perseverance and enlisting a supportive team to overcome challenges and achieve satisfaction. Asking for Help and Boosting Resilience (01:05:53) The value of asking for help and how doing life with others can enhance resilience and make the journey more enjoyable.