Meet the Nettles

A story of faith, healing, and a purpose that began with a simple hello.

A simple hello can change everything.

What started with a simple hello became a story of healing, restoration, and purpose.

Hello Nettles is more than a name, it’s a reminder that one conversation has the power to shift perspectives, restore relationships, and begin the process of healing.

A smiling woman in a white dress and a smiling man in a black patterned blazer, sitting together on a white sofa in a dimly lit room with dark walls.

Who We Are

Hello Nettles is a nonprofit founded by Eric and Ashlen Nettles, rooted in real-life experiences that shaped how we love, heal, and show up for others. Our journey wasn’t perfect, it was marked by divorce, grief, challenges, and unexpected life turns but it was also marked by faith, growth, and restoration.

Today, we create space for honest conversations around relationships, family, and mental and emotional wellness, with the goal of encouraging healthier connections and stronger communities.

Our Story

We’re both from Montgomery, Alabama, but our story began in Birmingham during the Magic City Classic, a moment that, at the time, felt ordinary, but would later become life-changing.

Before we found each other, we had both experienced seasons that forced us to reevaluate everything we thought we knew about love and relationships. There were moments of heartbreak, grief, and uncertainty that made us question what the future could even look like.

But what began with a simple hello quickly became something more.

A connection.
A conversation.
A shared journey of healing.

And eventually, a purpose.

Our Turning Point

As we began to grow together, we realized something deeper, so many people are navigating life carrying silent burdens.

Struggling in their relationships.
Trying to hold their families together.
Silently dealing with emotional and mental challenges.

And often, what’s missing isn’t resources… it’s a safe place to start the conversation.

That realization changed everything for us.

Why Hello Nettles Exists

We created Hello Nettles because we know what it feels like to walk through difficult seasons and still desire something better healthier love, stronger families, and peace of mind.

This space exists to remind people that:

  • healing is possible

  • growth is possible

  • and it’s never too late to begin again

Sometimes all it takes is one honest conversation.

Join the Conversation

Whether you’re here to learn, connect, partner, or simply be encouraged, you’re in the right place.

We invite you to be part of what we’re building.

Because sometimes the first step toward healing, growth, and stronger relationships…
is simply saying hello.

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  • A black-and-white portrait of a smiling woman in a wedding dress and a man in a tuxedo with a bow tie posing together, with the woman standing and the man seated, both exuding joy and affection.

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