Real Things Living

The conventional view of healthcare often starts with a problem, but Dr. Peter Kevorkian believes the true essence of health begins with removing the interference to your body’s own brilliance.

As a renowned chiropractor and the President of Life Chiropractic College West, Dr. Peter joins Brigitte Cutshall to discuss why optimizing the spine is about much more than "cracking backs"—it’s about unlocking the potential of the human spirit.

Key Takeaways:

(1) The Nervous System as a Bridge: Your nervous system acts as the conductor, translating thoughts, sensations, and emotions into physical manifestations.

(2) Intimate Relationship: Physiology and psychology are two sides of the same coin; an issue in one will always echo in the other.

(3) Reclaiming Harmony: Understanding this connection is the first step toward clearing the "static" and allowing your body to function at its highest frequency.

Ready to clear the static and tune into your body's natural frequency?

You can connect with Dr. Peter Kevorkian at [email protected] or explore more about his leadership and philosophy at https://lifewest.edu

"I walked out of that appointment freaked out... no one seemed to see it but me". Brad Pitzele was a young father losing his functionality to what doctors called "minor" issues—until it became a fight for his life.

Brad Pitzele, CEO of 1000 Roads, shares his harrowing journey through "medical gaslighting," a $500 test that changed everything, and why he ultimately built his own medical-grade oxygen system in his garage. Discover how 15 minutes of "hijacking" your physiology can do more for your cells than hours in a traditional hyperbaric chamber.

3 Takeaways:

(1) The 1% Rule: Our oxygen levels drop 1% every year after age 25; learn how to reverse this "energy leak".

(2) The "Third Path": Why you should never accept a binary choice in healthcare and how to stay curious enough to find a better way.

(3) Mitochondrial "Feeding": How oxygen and red light therapy work together to "power up" your cells.

Ready to be your own health advocate?

Download Brad’s free protocol guide at https://BradTalksHealth.com

A decorated Special Forces veteran nearly lost everything to the system that was supposed to save him—until he discovered the one tool the body has always had.

In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with Tim Thomas, an ex-Australian Special Forces member dedicated to helping people reclaim their sense of self and energy. Drawing from his combat experience and his own journey with PTSD, Tim discusses the vital importance of breaking isolation and overcoming fatigue.

He challenges the "economy of dysfunction" in mainstream medicine, advocating instead for natural healing modalities that integrate the body and mind to achieve permanent results.

3 Key Takeaways:

(1) The Power of Presence: Anxiety often stems from the mind traveling forward or backward in time; true power and "totality" are found by connecting the mind 100% to the current moment.

(2) Breaking the Isolation Cycle: Intense physical or emotional pain often transforms into secret loneliness and isolation, which are the opposite of how humans are built to function.

(3) The "P Test" for Success: Effective healing must be Powerful, Positive, and most importantly, Permanent—ensuring that the progress made actually sticks long-term.

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Instead of a long goodbye, imagine a nine-year journey filled with newfound creativity, laughter, and deep connection.

In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall talks with Marilyn Raichle, author of "Don't Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey." Marilyn shares how her mother’s late-life discovery of painting transformed their relationship from one of "caregiver and patient" to true "care partners".

KEY DISCUSSION POINTS

(1) Art as an Anchor: Marilyn discovered that while Alzheimer’s is scary, art is not; it allows the person living with dementia to be present and their true self to emerge.

(2) The Power of Listening: Marilyn shifted from "being raised to win" to learning the art of listening, discovering that her mother always had something left to teach.

(3) Living vs. Suffering: A central theme of the conversation is the importance of saying a person is "living with" dementia rather than "suffering from" it, acknowledging their ongoing value and humanity.

(4) Innovation in Care: As Executive Director of the Maudes Awards, Marilyn highlights how they provide $100,000 in annual gifts to individuals and organizations finding innovative ways to bring joy to those with memory loss.

Insights for Care Partners:

(1) The Five-Minute Rule: If you are struggling to connect, find one simple thing you both enjoy—a walk, a song, or a sunset—and do it for just five minutes.

(2) Emotional Memory: Even if a loved one cannot remember the specifics of a visit, they retain the positive emotion and "joy" that the interaction provided.

Resources

Website: https://dontwalkaway.net

The Maude's Awards: https://maudesawards.org

Is your life running on an outdated operating system?

Brigitte Cutshall sits down with enlightened master Dahryn Trivedi to challenge the modern definition of resilience. Backed by 6,000+ scientific experiments, they explore why "coping" is actually a sign of failure and how to move into a state of effortless flow and "spiritual immunity."

Key Takeaways:

• Why the $4 trillion wellness industry indicates a lack of true healing.

• Data-backed results: How consciousness affects everything from crop yields to inflammation.

• Moving from survival mode to authentic transformation.

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You've poured into everyone else — your career, your family, your community. Now it's your turn. But where do you even start?

Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Chanda Coston, a business coach and strategist who helps women in midlife build businesses that actually fit their lives.

Chanda shares how losing her brother to gun violence led her to discover her passion for mentoring, and why she believes women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s are uniquely positioned — and urgently ready — to bet on themselves.

From overcoming overwhelm to building personal brands, Chanda brings both military discipline and heartfelt coaching to help women stop waiting and start living.

3 Key Takeaways:

(1) Structure and boundaries are the cure for overwhelm. If you're constantly saying yes to everyone else, there's nothing left for your own dreams — and that has to change first.

(2) All of your experiences are your greatest asset. Nothing was wasted. Your career, your seasons of life, even your failures are human capital that no employer will ever fully compensate you for.

(3) Accountability is a multiplier. Telling someone your goal makes you 65% more likely to achieve it — having someone hold you to it pushes that to 95%.

Stop waiting for the "perfect" moment to prioritize your dreams.

Visit https://Chanda-co.com to explore how a 12-week strategic plan can help you scale your business without sacrificing your well-being.

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Four cancers, three strokes, two brain aneurysms, a divorce, and 27 surgeries — and she came out on the other side with a book, a podcast, and a whole lot of laughter.

Teresa Baglietto joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living for a raw and deeply relatable conversation about surviving the unsurvivable. From her first cancer diagnosis in 2008 through a decade of medical crises, Teresa shares how she leaned on her faith, her village of friends, and her sense of humor to keep going.

She opens up about raising three boys through it all, writing her book, The Ripple Effect, and launching her podcast In Shock — both rooted in the belief that our hardest moments don't have to define us, but they can absolutely shape us.

Takeaways:

(1) Laughter is medicine. Teresa credits her community of funny, loving friends as one of her most powerful healing tools. Giving yourself permission to laugh — even in the darkest moments — releases stress, shifts your energy, and brings moments of joy when you need them most.

(2) Suppression creates disease. Teresa and Brigitte both emphasize that keeping your struggles hidden can catch up with you. Being vocal and open about what you're going through isn't weakness — it's a survival strategy.

(3) Your anchors matter. Rather than just talking about resilience, Teresa's book, The Ripple Effect, focuses on the anchors — the specific habits, people, and mindsets that actually carry you through. Resilience is the outcome; the anchors are the practice.

Check out Teresa's book "The Ripple Effect" - https://www.amazon.com/Ripple-Effect-Teresa-Baglietto/dp/B0G2SXSLXG

Her podcast "In Shock" on YouTube and all major platforms https://www.youtube.com/@inshock.podcast

Connect with her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inshock.podcast/

Visit her website at https://teresabaglietto.com

And if you loved this episode, share it with someone who needs a reminder that joy is always worth fighting for.

Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD) is an ultra-rare diagnosis that often requires a long, complex journey toward answers.

In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts, hosts of the Wheel Talk with Kelly & Avery Podcast, to explore their lives with the same rare subtype of CMD.

From meeting on a Zoom call to becoming close friends and collaborators , they share how they navigated the transition to mobility devices for independence and safety , the frustrations of a world not built for them , and their mission to amplify disabled voices through female empowerment.

3 Key Takeaways

(1) Diagnosis is a Spectrum: Avery was diagnosed at age seven after extensive testing , while Kelly lived with a misdiagnosis until her late 20s ; their experiences highlight that CMD is a spectrum disorder where every individual's journey is unique

(2) The Difference Between Compliance and Access: The ADA provides only a "bare minimum" for public spaces , but many private or older venues, such as New York theaters, remain inaccessible , forcing those with disabilities to perform exhausting "pre-planning" just to run basic errands.

(3) The Power of Allyship and Unlearning: Being a supportive ally starts with a willingness to "unlearn" misconceptions and assumptions about the disability community , understanding that there is power in collective action to enact meaningful, lasting change.

Action items:

- Support and listen to people with disabilities

- Advocate for accessible environments

- Stay informed about genetic testing and health

Check out Kelly and Avery’s stories on the Wheel Talk with Kelly & Avery Podcast—available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube—and follow their mission to uplift and empower rare voices.

"I was in robot mode: high productivity, zero emotional connection."

Kevin Rice built a company from his garage to 250 employees and $40M in revenue, but the "success" felt hollow. In this episode, we dive into how to break out of survival mode, redefine "balance" through intentionality, and lead your family with the same passion you bring to your career.

Key Takeaways

(1) Move from Balance to Intentionality: True work-life balance may be unrealistic for high performers, but intentionality is achievable by planning family time with the same focus and purpose as a business meeting.

(2) Beware of "Robot Mode": Leaders often default to "robot mode"—a state of high productivity without emotional connection—during intense stress. While this helps business survival, it prevents you from feeling the joys and highs of your achievements.

(3) Lead by Example, Not Compliance: Parenting is less about enforcing chores and more about modeling values like grit and initiative. Children are more likely to contribute to the household naturally when they see their parents working for something they believe in.

Visit the CEO's and ABC's podcast - https://www.ceosandabcs.com/

Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmrice/

The journey to finding your true self often requires leaving behind the stories that no longer serve you.

In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Robin Ferguson—an executive leader, coach, and author of "The Phoenix Effect."

Robin shares how her background as a nurse and minister shaped her understanding of resilience and self-acceptance. They discuss the "Phoenix Effect," a transformative process of breaking down old personas to ignite a more authentic version of yourself, and how "positive disruptors" can help anyone break free from a stagnant routine.

3 Takeaways:

(1) Self-Awareness is a Superpower: Understanding the stories and cultural messages that shaped your history allows you to consciously choose who you want to be today.

(2) Embrace Positive Disruptors: Stepping into uncomfortable territory—whether by taking a new class or simply changing your commute—breaks rote patterns and opens the door to new possibilities.

(3) The Power of Curiosity: Staying endlessly curious keeps the mind young, aids in navigating change, and serves as the heart of creativity.

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Connect with her at https://robin-ferguson.com