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Struggles Aren’t Failure, They’re Part of the Journey

Published 26 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader,

Every story has a turning point, the moment the hero decides to step forward, no matter the fear.

This is your moment.

The Bariatric Hero’s Journey begins October 9th inside BariNation, and we’d love for you to join us.

Over 14 weeks, you’ll:
🌟 Discover how each stage of the Hero’s Journey mirrors your bariatric path.
🌟 Gain tools and reflection prompts to navigate stalls, regain, or setbacks.
🌟 Connect with others who understand and are walking the same road.

💙 You are not lost. You are not failing. You are becoming.

We will spend 30-minutes each week learning about each "stop" along the journey, what we can learn, and the tools we can use to continue on oour adventure.

👉 Say Yes to Your Hero’s Journey and join BariNation

This is your call to adventure. We’ll be with you at every step.

How To Join

1️⃣ Join the BariNation Support Community (and if you are already a member, join the Hero's Journey Space in the Community!)

2️⃣ Join us in the Hero’s Journey space inside BariNation

3️⃣ RSVP to the events in the Community Calendar​

4️⃣ Explore the weekly journal prompts to help you prepare for the journey ahead.

BariNation Benefits

As a member, you will also get access to over 70 live, virtual support groups, classes, and meetups a month as well as our ever growig on-demand library.

There are no long-term committments and you are alwasy in control of your membership.

For about $1 a day, you can learn from experts, connect with peers, and tap into a compassionate community that powers your bariatric journey.

Have questions about this new experieince?

Reply to this email or send your question to hello@barination.com.

See you in the Nation, soon!

💙 With Gratitude,

--April, Jason, Natalie, and the BariNation Team

PO Box 1382, Gig Harbor, Washington 98335
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