When Dr. Retief turned 35, she experienced great change, contemplation, confusion, frustration, and joy. The career that she had invested so much of her energy in no longer fulfilled or inspired her.
After a lifelong struggle with anxiety, she was also diagnosed with Panic Disorder. The symptoms were wreaking havoc on her life. Facing a health and soul crisis, she had to make difficult decisions about her life’s path.
She integrated her human rights background into FIGGI a lifestyle brand and skincare company which allowed her to seek serenity and still experience the adrenaline rush of creating something new.