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Finding Higher Ground

Do you ever struggle with a pattern or a habit or just a way you’re being in the world and think, “there’s something wrong with me.” Or, “I wish I could change this about myself but I can’t.”

I think we’ve all been there. We all have patterns that don’t feel good that we just can’t seem to get out of. They’re involuntary, we act or think or speak a certain way without even meaning to. It just happens. It’s frustrating – and the act of feeling unable to change a pattern that isn’t working for you can make it feel even worse. It’s that feeling of being stuck...

PurposeBetsy BatistaSeptember 15, 2019gratitude, new story, gifts, talents, purpose, personal growth, higher ground Comment

Our Stories Matter

You are the protagonist of the story you’re telling yourself in your head every moment of every day.

There are all kinds of factors that have influenced how you have written that story – the role you play, what you’re capable of, what it’s possible for you to have or not have, how it’s possible for you to love or be loved, etc. If you look at your life and really examine some of the areas where you feel frustrated, unfulfilled, or just plain unhappy, I can guarantee you are telling some kind of story that supports the real-world experience you’re living out.

The Beauty in the Challenges of Motherhood

I’ve struggled with what to write on this Mother’s Day because, if I’m honest, I’ve had a pretty rough year as a parent. A year when, a lot of the time, I haven’t felt like the greatest mother. A year when it’s been tough to find the balance between my adult responsibilities and my ability to be present with my children.

The Legacy We Leave

This week is National Nurses Week.

4+ years ago when I was undergoing cancer treatment at Mayo Clinic, I learned firsthand the vital role that nurses play. The nurses who took care of me were absolutely the most important people on my cancer journey (along with my truly amazing oncologist, but I didn’t see or interact with him directly nearly as much)…….

Forgive Yourself

I was participating in a Women’s Truth group at the beginning of the year. Everyone in the group was seeking to live and speak our truth more boldly and authentically in some way. Near the end of our time together I hit a wall … I was experiencing a lot of anger I couldn’t explain.

Serendipitously, one morning I came upon this image ……

Saying Thank You

I just left a blissful 4-day retreat in Ojo Caliente, NM.

It was the first extended period of time I have had to myself since getting married and having children almost 7 years ago.

As I drove through the desert on the way to the airport to make my way back home to “real life” I found myself wanting to hold onto this magical experience, dreaming about how wonderful it would be if I had just one or two or three more days in this peaceful oasis.

Betsy BatistaApril 11, 2019retreat, Ojo Caliente, New Mexico, gratitude, blessings in the struggle Comments

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