Life doesn’t pause when everything falls apart—but that’s often where freedom begins.

In this uplifting episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall talks with Retha Nichole—speaker, entrepreneur, and life & business coach—about how life’s hardest experiences can lead to purpose.

Retha shares how trauma led her to help other women navigate both personal and professional challenges, and why she believes discipline is freedom.

This conversation is a reminder that balance isn’t a fixed state—it’s an evolving practice that begins with self-awareness and compassion.

3 Takeaways:

• Discipline creates freedom. Setting boundaries—with your time, technology, and habits—opens space for peace and purpose.

• Balance is ever-changing. Life and business constantly shift; real balance means adjusting with awareness, not chasing perfection.

• Joy is intentional. Small daily choices—slow mornings, hobbies, and moments of connection—help restore calm and clarity.

Connect with Retha Nichole on Instagram, where she shares daily tips, thought-provoking questions, and inspiration for creating a life you love. https://www.instagram.com/rethanichole/

Visit her website to learn more: https://www.hillridgeco.com/rethanichole