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March 25th, 2026

The Truth About Freedom (And Why It Might Feel Empty)

  1. The Truth About Freedom (And Why It Might Feel Empty) Rachel Brooks 20:21

What if you hit every goal, build the business, get the flexibility, and still feel completely empty?

If you’ve ever reached the top of the mountain only to realize you climbed the wrong one, this episode is for you. In this solo episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, host Rachel Brooks pulls back the curtain on the reality of the “freedom Lifestyle.” She shares her own story of building what the online business world calls the dream—consistent income, Travel, and total schedule control—only to discover a quiet, persistent awareness that something was deeply off.

We are constantly sold a version of success that looks good on the outside but leaves us hollow on the inside. Today, we are talking about what happens when the freedom you’re chasing actually becomes the thing keeping you in bondage, and how to start building a life that feels true instead of just looking successful.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Why hitting your revenue goals and checking off your vision board doesn’t always bring the peace you expected
  • The danger of adopting someone else’s definition of success (and how to figure out what you actually want)
  • How to recognize when you are maintaining a version of your life that you have already outgrown
  • The five foundational pillars (Faith, Family, Fitness, Fulfillment, and Freedom) for building a sustainable, aligned business
  • Why true freedom isn’t about having no responsibilities, but about choosing the right ones

Scripture for the Soul:

“A man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” — Proverbs 16:9

Key Quotes:

“You can get everything on your checklist and still feel completely empty.” — Rachel Brooks

“A cage made of gold is still a cage.” — Rachel Brooks

“Sometimes the freedom you are chasing is actually the thing keeping you in bondage.” — Rachel Brooks

Your Next Step:

If this episode landed for you, the next step is simple. Every Thursday at 8 am, Rachel goes deeper into building a simple, sustainable business rooted in faith and freedom. Join the conversation:

Subscribe to The Confident Woman Weekly: iamrachelbrooks.com/subscribe

When you’re ready to do the work: The Freedom Framework — freedom.iamrachelbrooks.com

Connect with Rachel Brooks:

The Confident Woman Weekly: iamrachelbrooks.com/subscribe

The Freedom Framework: freedom.iamrachelbrooks.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/iamrachelbrooks

Website: iamrachelbrooks.com

Rachel Brooks The Confident Woman Podcast

Rachel Brooks is an award-winning author, speaker, and the visionary founder of The Confident Woman brand. A former fitness competitor, Rachel's journey is marked by overcoming perfectionism and health challenges, all deeply rooted in her faith. She authored the best-selling book Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, and Self-Love, which has empowered thousands of women to reclaim their power and live authentically.

Passionate about holistic wellness, Rachel blends practical strategies with spiritual insights to guide women in integrating personal growth, spirituality, and professional success. Through The Confident Woman community, she offers coaching, resources, and support, inspiring women to redefine success by embracing authenticity, resilience, and well-being. Her initiatives, including The Confident Woman Podcast and the Fit From Within journal, focus on empowering women to become their best and most confident selves.

Rachel’s work extends to creating digital products and events that emphasize community, accountability, and empowerment, making her a guiding light for women worldwide.

For more about Rachel Brooks, visit iamrachelbrooks.com.