Real Things Living

Brigitte Cutshall
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Discover the real things that matter in life. Real Things Living explores resilience, connection, and navigating life’s challenges. Host Brigitte Cutshall shares her journey of surviving cancer twice and a rare brain tumor, offering insights to help you focus on what’s important and find strength. Each episode features practical tips and inspiring stories from Brigitte and her guests to help you overcome adversity, build resilience, and create a meaningful life.

  1. 3d ago

    He Almost Lost His Son — Then Found His Purpose / Drew Norton

    A standard check-in call, an ambulance, and a mother's quick instincts changed everything for Drew Norton's family in a matter of minutes. That terrifying crisis became the ultimate wake-up call, completely reshaping how he leads, loves, and shows up for the people who matter most. In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with sales leader and founder of the Abundant Man Project, Drew Norton. Drew shares the harrowing story of his infant son's medical emergency and how his wife's split-second actions saved their son's life. He opens up with raw vulnerability about how that exact moment forced him to pivot, ultimately launching his mission to help men become better husbands, fathers, and leaders through intentional self-development. Key Takeaways: (1) Fix Yourself First: Real, lasting change in a marriage or team starts by looking in the mirror, not by trying to fix your spouse or the people around you. (2) The Growth Cycle: Belonging, believing, and becoming are deeply connected. The community you choose to surround yourself with directly dictates what you believe is possible for your life. (3) Ambition is Service: Wanting more for yourself isn't selfish. Elevating your own health, mindset, and career directly expands your capacity to serve and support others. Shift Your Perspective. Connect with Drew on Intagram - https://www.instagram.com/theeverydaysalesleader/ Visit https://AbundantManProject.com to learn about coaching, retreats, and membership for men ready to grow in faith, family, fitness, and finances.

    He Almost Lost His Son — Then Found His Purpose / Drew Norton

  2. Jul 12

    Living Beyond a Diagnosis / Nicholas Kelly

    Every obstacle is an open door for greatness, and staying in motion is exactly how you step through it. Nicholas Kelly is a registered dietitian, patient advocate, and TEDx speaker who has lived with cystic fibrosis for all of his 39 years. Nick shares how he turned his own health journey into a career helping others navigate chronic illness, why he calls passion his superpower, and the daily systems (like sorting 35–39 medications by shape) that keep him on track. Nick and Brigitte dig into the mind-body connection, the power of curiosity in patient care, and why he believes rest is a "necessary evil." 3 Takeaways: (1) Be informed. The more you understand your own condition, the better you can communicate it, advocate for it, and manage it. (2) Build a routine. Simple systems create consistency and catch mistakes before they become problems. (3) Let others hold you accountable. You won't always have the energy to manage your health alone; a support system fills the gaps. Connect directly with Nick by visiting https://NicholasKellyRD.com Reach out to him across all major social media platforms at @NicholasKellyRD

    Living Beyond a Diagnosis / Nicholas Kelly

  3. Jul 8

    Fueling the Human Machine / Axay Shah

    He turned 50, watched his energy crash, and instead of reaching for a pill, he threw out cooked food entirely — 16 years later he's run eight marathons and never taken a single medication. Axay Shah, author of "In Nature We Trust," joins Brigitte to explain why he ditched cooked food at 50 and hasn't looked back. His philosophy is simple: if Mother Nature didn't make it, it doesn't go on his plate. No more diabetes, no blood pressure issues, no doctor visits — just raw fruits, vegetables, and a mantra he built his life around. Brigitte and Axay swap notes on food intolerances, the myths around dairy and calcium, and why listening to your body beats listening to marketing. 3 Takeaways: (1) Energy dips aren't always "just aging" — sometimes it's what's on your plate. (2) Pain and soreness aren't the enemy; they're your body asking for repair, not a painkiller. (3) You are the one responsible for your health — not your doctor, not your parents, not your spouse. Curious if raw living could work for you? Grab Axay's book "In Nature We Trust" on Amazon, or reach him directly at https://rawfoodiest.com

    Fueling the Human Machine / Axay Shah

  4. Jul 3

    From Seizures to Self-Trust: Hannia Zanana's Journey

    Before she was a healer, she was numb—trapped under heavy medication for epilepsy and jumping out of airplanes just to feel a spark of life. Hannia Zanana, founder of Be HLTH, opens up about living with epilepsy and the six years she spent over-medicated and disconnected from her own body. She shares the turning point — a face-to-face encounter with a sperm whale — that cracked open her relationship with vulnerability, intuition, and healing. Now a certified health coach, Hannia helps women listen to what their bodies are trying to tell them, from emotional eating to unresolved childhood trauma. 3 Takeaways (1) Your body keeps score, not a battlefield. (2) Suppressed emotion often shows up as appetite. (3) Trust beats trend. Connect with Hannia: Instagram -   / be.hlth   Her website - https://behlth.com LinkedIn -   / hanniazanana

    From Seizures to Self-Trust: Hannia Zanana's Journey

  5. Jun 29

    Your Mindset Is Your Business Plan / Joy Foster

    Women are launching businesses in record numbers — and most still won't charge what they're worth, show up online, or ask for the funding they need. Joy Foster has spent a decade figuring out why. Joy Foster, founder and CEO of Tech Pixies, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to explore why so many brilliant women hold themselves back from scaling their businesses and how neuroscience can unlock the confidence needed to break through income plateaus. 3 Takeaways: (1) Your blocks are biological, not personal. (2) Mindset scales with revenue. (3) Forget grants and loans — learn to sell. Ready to stop letting fear run your business? Visit https://TechPixies.com to explore Joy's social media, life coaching, and business programs — and follow her everywhere at @TechPixies.

    Your Mindset Is Your Business Plan / Joy Foster

  6. Jun 24

    Reclaiming the Heart: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Joy / Lena Fein

    From a hyper-vigilant engineering career built on survival to a life anchored in pure, unadulterated joy—discover how one woman broke through a lifetime of shame to reclaim her authentic voice. Retired engineer turned author, Lena Fein spent decades outrunning a childhood shaped by relentless maternal criticism and hidden shame. She became a high achiever, a communicator, a marketing pro — all from her head, never her heart. It wasn't until her mother's death at 51 that Lena began a radical journey inward. Now at 68, she's reclaimed her voice, her joy, and her story — and published it in her memoir "Shattering the Mirror." Brigitte Cutshall and Lena dig into generational wounds, the courage it takes to face trauma, and why it's never too late to come home to yourself. Key Takeaways: (1) Healing requires facing the trauma. (2) It is never too late to reclaim yourself. (3) Embody kindness and presence. You can find Lena Fein's book, Shattering the Mirror, on Amazon (Kindle, paperback, and Audible) as well as Book Baby. Visit her website at https://shatteringthemirror.com

    Reclaiming the Heart: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Joy / Lena Fein

  7. Jun 19

    Remembering as an Act of Justice: Isabel Reddy on the Buffalo Creek Disaster

    A survivor's poem lived in Isabel Reddy's heart for a decade, and became the spark for a novel that refuses to let 125 forgotten lives stay forgotten. Isabel Reddy, scientific writer and author of "That You Remember", joins Brigitte Cutshall to unpack the real-life coal mining disaster that inspired her historical fiction novel. In 1972, a neglected slurry lagoon unleashed 130 million gallons of toxic black water on a Kentucky hollow community, killing 125 people — mostly women and children. KEY TAKEAWAYS (1) Remembering Protects the Future (2) Shun the Stereotypes (3) Truth Lives in the Nuance Discover this gripping socioeconomic tour de force for yourself. Grab your copy of "That You Remember" on audiobook, hardcover, or ebook by visiting https://thatyouremember.com or your favorite local bookstore.

    Remembering as an Act of Justice: Isabel Reddy on the Buffalo Creek Disaster

  8. Jun 15

    AWEtism: Rethinking Autism From the Inside Out / Dr. Theresa Lyons

    One diagnosis flipped a scientist's entire life upside down, and led her to research that's giving parents real hope. Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist and autism mom, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to break down what autism actually is — a wide spectrum that can look completely different from one child to the next. She explains why autism is rooted in the nervous system, not "bad behavior," how nutrition and gut health can drive emotional outbursts and hyperactivity, and shares groundbreaking research showing autism isn't always lifelong. This is a conversation full of compassion, science, and hope for parents navigating a new diagnosis. 3 Takeaways: (1) Autism is a true spectrum — from nonverbal kids with intense daily-living needs to highly verbal kids whose challenges show up mainly in social communication. (2) Behaviors like anger, hyperactivity, or meltdowns often trace back to the nervous system — infections, nutrition deficiencies, and gut health all play a role. (3) New 2023 research from Boston Children's Hospital found 37% of kids lost their autism diagnosis over time — proof that early, holistic support can change a child's trajectory. If you're a parent navigating an autism diagnosis, visit Dr. Teresa's Navigating AWEtism platform (yes — spelled A-W-E-T-I-S-M) for science-backed support, lab testing, and health coaching. https://awetism.co/work-together

    AWEtism: Rethinking Autism From the Inside Out / Dr. Theresa Lyons
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Discover the real things that matter in life. Real Things Living explores resilience, connection, and navigating life’s challenges. Host Brigitte Cutshall shares her journey of surviving cancer twice and a rare brain tumor, offering insights to help you focus on what’s important and find strength. Each episode features practical tips and inspiring stories from Brigitte and her guests to help you overcome adversity, build resilience, and create a meaningful life.

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  • Creator
    Brigitte Cutshall
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    281
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brigitte Cutshall
  • Show Website
    Real Things Living