Breaking free from our ingrained thought patterns can feel daunting, like trying to reroute a river that has flowed the same way for years. Yet, within this challenge lies the key to genuine transformation.

Imagine your mind as a garden, with pathways carved deeply by years of repeated thoughts. The more frequently we travel a particular mental path, the deeper and more entrenched it becomes. These well-worn paths often keep us stuck in cycles of negativity, fear, or self-doubt.

But what if the way you tell your story is keeping you stuck?

Your past doesn’t define you—your perspective does. The way you speak about yourself shapes what you believe is possible. If your inner story is filled with self-doubt, limiting beliefs, or past wounds, it’s time to rewrite it with truth and empowerment.

There is science behind this transformation. Our brain cannot differentiate between reality and the thoughts we repeatedly tell ourselves.

This is incredibly powerful—if your internal narrative is filled with positivity and possibility, your brain starts creating pathways that support achieving your goals. Conversely, if your mind is consumed with negative and critical thoughts, your brain solidifies patterns that reinforce these limitations, making your desired outcomes difficult to attain.

The good news is, by consciously changing your thoughts, you can change your reality.

When I first started, I didn’t even fully believe the affirmations I spoke over myself. I was simply making a conscious decision to capture my negative thoughts and replace them if they weren’t aligned with love, joy, peace, kindness, faithfulness, or self-control. If a thought didn't match those values, I intentionally found a new thought to replace it.

With consistent practice, I began experiencing true transformation—all because I was renewing my mind with thoughts that aligned with the life I deeply desired. Today, even through challenges, my life mirrors my dreams more closely, and I genuinely love the life I live.

Let's shift your narrative today:

Ask yourself honestly if your current story is keeping you stuck. The beliefs holding you back are often outdated narratives. You have the power to rewrite these stories with empowering truths that align with your dreams.

Take Action:

1. Identify one limiting belief affecting your growth.
2. Reflect on its origin and question its truth.
3. Rewrite this belief as an empowering truth aligned with your desired future.

Finally, reinforce your new mindset through intentional actions. Each positive step you take strengthens your new beliefs, enabling lasting transformation.

I truly believe that you hold within you the power to create a life of joy, purpose, and fulfillment. Your potential is boundless, and with the right mindset, you can accomplish anything you set your mind to.

It’s with immense pride and excitement that we announce Megan Babcock, founder of It’s Your Story to Tell, as the recipient of the Best Transformational Coaching in Oregon of 2025 award. This prestigious honor recognizes Megan’s unwavering commitment to empowering women, helping them break free from past trauma, and guiding them to a future filled with confidence, purpose, and fulfillment. 

If you're ready to do the work, shift your narrative, and rewrite your story, she is here to support you. At It’s Your Story to Tell, we are on a mission to empower as many people as possible through coaching, regardless of financial circumstances.

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Megan Babcock: Best Transformational Coaching in Oregon of 2025 - Evergreen Award