Anthony’s Retreat “Worth It”

When discussing the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Retreats with Benita, she often mentioned that a retreat is more healing than several weeks of individual therapy. I heard this a few times over years before I ever attended a retreat. I always thought it was a sales pitch. I’ll be the first to admit, this is not a sales pitch. This is real.

When I planned to attend the first retreat, I told myself how important it was to get my money’s worth out of the experience. Any act of not “showing up” would only be a detriment to myself, and I did not want that.

On the first day of the retreat, I found it a little awkward to be so vulnerable with a group of strangers. My introverted side likes to shy away from new people and situations until I observe them so know how I ought to respond. It’s either this or I force myself to be extroverted in such moments which is not sustainable for me.

This time, I refused to do either. I chose to show up as fully as I could. While I didn’t speak first all the time (no sense in standing in that spotlight always), I did my best to speak confidently and transparently. I allowed myself to cry. I expressed my creativity through artwork. I had unexpected moments of revealing my Authentic Self.

The pivotal moment came when Benita led us through a Breathwork session.

I heard God tell me that “I am worth it.”

This wasn’t positive thinking or a rote affirmation that impacted me just on a mental level. This message, “worth it,” nestled itself deeply in my spirit and into my bones.

Before this, I didn’t feel like I had much self-worth, although I knew I was smart and creative. I always held myself back from living the best version of myself. I grew up with a father, grandfather and brothers who belittled me, and I adopted their perception of who I was.

Now I know – I mean really KNOW – that I am “worth it.”

First, I am worth the effort of loving myself and facing things I think are difficult.

Second, I am able to RECEIVE God’s love at a much deeper level.

Third, the spiritual growth process is worth the birthing pain.

Fourth, attending the HSP Retreat was worth the sacrifice of my smaller self so I could show up as fully as I was able.

This retreat was a turning point for me. In the months that followed, these things happened:

God guided me to move from Atlanta to the mountains. He brought me to a beautiful home that has become my sanctuary. I feel peaceful almost every day of my life.
I received a generous raise and promotion to a job I love.
My body feels healthier than ever.
God united me with my Beloved in Benita’s Conscious Dating Group. This woman is beyond my wildest dreams.

I highly recommend the HSP Retreat to all those who yearn to throw off the chains that bind you. It IS possible to live a vibrant life, full of love and creativity, and fully showing up as your Authentic Self.

~ Anthony, Principal Software Engineer

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A Note from Benita

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Benita A. Esposito, MA, “Chief Trail Guide,” for Highly Sensitive Introverts on the Hero’s Journey to the Authentic Self. Click here for credentials.

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