Her Heart full of Dreams

Trust the process: How to believe in yourself before you feel ready

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0000

There are moments when we say yes to something exciting… and almost immediately panic because we don’t feel ready at all. What if trusting yourself begins long before you feel confident, qualified, or fully prepared? In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how Nico and I signed up for a Disney Lorcana European Championship qualifier at Disneyland Paris (whhhaaat) - even though we are still sooooo new to the game. What began as a fun and slightly crazy decision quickly turned into something much deeper: a reflection on trust, self-doubt, learning, and believing in ourselves before we see any results. I talk about what it means to trust the process, especially when you feel inexperienced, unsure, or not good enough yet. I also share how this experience brought up so many familiar feelings for me around creativity, writing, fear of failure, ADHD, and the quiet work of becoming the person you want to be. This episode is a reminder that not seeing progress yet does not mean nothing is happening. Sometimes, just like in nature, growth is already underway long before we can see it.

So if you’re currently in a season of learning, doubting, hoping, and still trying anyway, this one is for you.

With heart full of dreams,
Bettina

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I wish, she knew: The woman I see in old pictures of myself

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0000

Have you ever looked at old pictures and barely recognized yourself? Not because of how you looked, but because of who you were, who you thought you had to be, and how much you’ve changed since then? In this episode of Her Heart Full of Dreams, I’m sharing what came up for me after looking through old photos from my teenage years and twenties. We talk about self-discovery, personal growth, healing, identity, authenticity, and the quiet grief of realizing how long it took to fully become yourself.

This episode is for the woman who has ever felt disconnected from her past self, who has struggled with self-doubt, people-pleasing, societal expectations, and the pressure to fit in. It’s for the woman who is learning to meet every past version of herself with more compassion, grace, radical acceptance, and love.

Together, we reflect on what it means to outgrow old identities, reconnect with your inner truth, and choose yourself again and again. I also invite you to think about the wisdom your future self might want to tell you today - and how that could help you step more fully into your power now.

If you are in a season of reinvention, emotional healing, self-acceptance, or becoming more of who you truly are, I hope this episode feels like a soft place to land.

Thank you for subscribing, commenting or simply engaging with this podcast - I am truly grateful, it means a lot!

With a heart full of dreams,
Bettina

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Allowing every moment to be as it is

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0000

There are these moments in life that felt so beautiful, so magical, so alive, that we want to have them again exactly like that. We want to recreate the feeling, the energy, the version of ourselves that existed in that moment. And yet, every time we chase it, it seems to slip further away from us.

In this episode, I am talking about something I caught myself doing recently: comparing a perfectly fine, good, present moment to one I had already lived before. A past weekend, a past trip, a past version of joy, creativity, or lightness. And how, by doing that, I was not even allowing the present moment to be what it wanted to be. This is an episode about the pressure we put on ourselves to feel a certain way. About how exhausting it can be to chase a feeling from the past. About how comparison does not only happen with others, but also within ourselves. And about how maybe the real beauty lies in letting a moment unfold as it is, instead of asking it to become something it is not. I also share why I think this can happen so easily - the standards we create in our minds, the highlight reels we are surrounded by, the constant urge to make every day feel meaningful, creative, joyful, memorable. But maybe life is also asking us to accept the quieter moments. The softer ones. The ones that do not scream for attention, but still carry something beautiful within them. This is a gentle reminder for both you and me to come back to the present. To stop chasing. To stop forcing. To allow ourselves to just be. Because not every weekend has to be magical in the same way. Not every day has to feel like the best day ever lived. And still, there can be so much beauty in it.

Thank you for being here with me in my little coffee shop corner of the world.

Much love and with a heart full of dreams and my head up in the clouds,
Bettina

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Time to say goodbye: Creating space for a new version of myself

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:36:34 +0000

The time has come for me to say goodbye to something that, if it could speak, would tell thousands of stories: Our couch. It has been with me and Nico (my husband) for over 14 years in the best and worst moments of our lives. Having long conversations over coffee with good friends, intense belly laughs with my husband, looking at him and know we will get married, the couch literally holding me through IVF injections while I hoped and dreamed, and cried intensly after seeing our results of our failed embryo transfers. Me, wondering about the world. Yes, you read it correctly: I am sentimental about our couch - I'm weird and wired that way (magic is in all things, right? :) I find that things can contribute hugely to our mood, consciously and unconsciously, and that sometimes it is time to let go of things that are representing old versions of ourselves. Things that hold a lot of heavy feelings. Things that we associate with frustration, anger, or old patterns and stories that aren't serving us no more. Disclaimer: This is not an episode to say, that you should throw things away. Far from that. Our couch has been with us for that long, that it just isn't comfortable any more as it once was. This is me sharing that being conscious about our surroundings and all that we keep in it, helps us uncover and unlock new versions and energies that we want to bring into our lives. In ways, we might not even comprehend. This is an episode about letting go and moving forward.

Thank you for being here with me! And sorry for the late upload, I was having major technical issues yesterday.

Much love and with a a heart full of dreams and my head up in the clouds

Bettina

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I forgot to be gentle with myself | Going through a trauma response (infertility)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000

When we’re confronted with past trauma, nothing matters more than meeting ourselves with gentleness, especially in the moment we least feel capable of it. This week, I’m sharing a vulnerable story about being confronted with my own trauma (hello, infertility) and how quickly I slipped into self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, and a full nervous system spiral, even after telling you just last week how good I’d been feeling. (Ouch...)

In this episode, we explore:

Why self-compassion is a non-negotiable part of healing

How trauma can show up as shutdown, fight/flight, or emotional spiraling

Simple ways to soothe and regulate your nervous system when you’re triggered

A gentle reminder for your heart and mind: this will pass, too

If you’re moving through grief, infertility, anxiety, or old wounds that suddenly feel loud again, I hope this offers you a soft landing and a way back to yourself.

Thank you for being here with me, I appreciate it so much.

With a heart full of dreams and a head far in the clouds,
Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

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Finally feeling like myself again: An abundance in creativity & joy

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000

After years of infertility grief and the emotional roller coaster of IVF, I’m finally feeling like myself again. In this episode, I share what shifted when we made the final cut with treatments - and how the “fog” started to lift, little by little, until I could feel joy, playfulness, and creative flow returning. I talk about the tenderness of letting go of the identity I once imagined, the contentment I didn’t think I’d feel again, and the tiny (but life-changing) choices that are helping me bloom. If you’re in the middle of heartbreak - or if you’re noticing the first warm rays after a long winter - I hope this feels like a soft embrace. Come sit with me in the coffee shop. So glad you are here!

Much love,

Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

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Two years after moving to France: What I wish I’d known before leaving

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000

Two years ago, I moved from Switzerland to France, leaving a life and starting over in a new country with new routines, new rules, and a very real fear: What if I regret it?

In this honest two-year check-in, I’m answering the questions I carried long before the move: Will France ever feel like home? Will I miss Switzerland? Will I find community and make friends in a place where I’m not a native speaker? And what happens when the reality of moving abroad doesn’t match the dream?

You’ll hear the messy beginning (moving chaos, doubts, culture shock, feeling overwhelmed) and the quiet turning point when daily life in France started to soften. We’ll talk about grief and change, rebuilding confidence, and choosing a creative life after infertility.

If you’re dreaming of moving abroad, or you’re already living far from your old life and trying to find your footing, this episode is for the in-between: for the part of you that wants reassurance, and the part of you that’s ready to grow.

So glad you are here with me,

with a heart full of dreams

Bettina

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The Tree of Hope: A cozy healing fiction story about letting go | Ep. 1 Fiction Podcast

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000

In this episode, I invite you into a quiet fictional world, where a strange tree grows in every garden. A tree of hope. This whimsical healing fiction story explores hope in all its complexity. How it can carry us through grief, heartbreak, and longing and how, sometimes, it can also hold us in place when it’s time to move forward. As I tell this story, I weave gentle reflections into the narrative, blurring the line between fiction and inner truth. This is not a fast-paced fantasy or an audio drama, but a slow, intimate storytelling episode meant to be listened to softly, perhaps while resting, creating, journaling, or simply breathing. This episode is for you if you are a sensitive, creative soul who feels deeply, who longs for meaning, healing, and emotional honesty. It’s for anyone who loves cozy fiction, dreamy storytelling, symbolic fantasy, and reflective audio stories that feel like a warm, quiet companion rather than entertainment. If you are navigating uncertainty, grief, fertility struggles, life transitions, or the feeling of being stuck between hope and acceptance, this story holds space for that. No fixing. No rushing. Just presence, imagery, and gentle depth. You can think of this episode as a piece of healing fiction. A mythic, lyrical story about hope, loss, and the courage it takes to let go when holding on no longer serves us.

Welcome to this world. Welcome to the Tree of Hope.

With a heart full of dreams,

Bettina

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The glowworm in the cave. For it's you who brings the light! | A poem

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000

There was a phase in my life when I realized that what I once thought was my path wasn’t what I wanted anymore. It was a strange season - do you know what I mean? When all of a sudden you just know you have to let go of something you worked hard for. And yet you’re scared to make that jump because… what comes after?

Still, I knew it in my bones: the career I had chosen so long ago wasn’t what made me happy, what brought me joy. I felt both things at once - like I was disappointing my younger self, and at the same time being pulled toward something else that truly lit me up: writing. Creating. And I knew I had to lean into that. Into joy. Into the tickle in my heart.

In this episode, I’m sharing a poem I wrote during that time. May it bring you exactly what you need today.

Much love to you,
With a heart full of dreams,
Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

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Fear of the unknown or intuition that I shouldn't do it? The why behind my goals and dreams

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000

I’m making a wild guess: There is this one dream, goal, or vision that you carry in your heart. And maybe you are already living this beautiful version of yourself every day. Maybe you are still at the beginning of making it come true and bringing it into your reality. Either way: Why? Why are you following this exact dream? Why are you doing all that you can, pouring your soul into everything you create, to follow this goal and step into this vision of yourself?

In this episode, I’m sharing how I have been defining my why recently - in a short and practical way. I’m sharing exactly what my why is, how it has changed over the years, and why I’m creating what I’m creating in this phase of my life. I truly believe this definition can help you stay on track and focus on what really matters. It’s also what helps me get clarity, focus, and motivation. Exactly when we need it most.

Thank you so much for being here. I hope you are doing well. I hope you are carrying a million dreams in your heart, I sure do.

Much love, with a heart full of dreams,

Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

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Creating purely from the heart & being kinder to myself: Life update & intentions for 2026

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000

In his episode, I'm having a little chat with you about intentions, self-care, adventures planned, and creative projects that I hope and dream to see come to life this year. It is about talking kinder and gentler to yourself, practicing more self-love, and taking our creativity more seriously. It's about dreaming of soft adventures, slow travels through countries of Tolkien, and much more. I'm finally sharing a little update on my drawing course, too. If you too have a creative project and you too wish to bring something of your creativity to the world, I believe this episode is for you. What intention do you have for 2026? I'd love to hear from you!
Thank you for being here.
With a heart full of dreams,
Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

New Year Intention

New Year Goals

Writing a book

Creativity

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Keep following your dreams: A letter to your creative heart

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000

If you ever wondered: Is my dream worth pursuing? Is my dream needed in this world? Am I even good enough for making my dreams come true? Then this episode is for you. It is a little new year intention setting for your creative heart and a gentle pep talk. Let this year be the year where you decide to pursue your dream, to follow that inner spark of yours.

Happy new year, dear friend. I hope you landed safely in the new year and have had reenergyzing holidays, whatever that meant for you.

With a heart full of dreams

Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between.

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A short story: How has your heart been? | Cozy Podcast Fiction

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0000

"I heard someone knock on the door. Who could this be? I didn't expect any visitor." This episode is a magical short story for that moment when we feel that we have been through too much. When we need to come back to ourselves. Hi, my name is Bettina and I'm making both, storytelling fictional podcasts and podcasts episodes where I talk about real life fairy dust. Make yourself cozy, grab a coffee or tea and let this be a moment of remembering. Especially in the years when we forget how much we’ve survived. If you’ve been feeling burnt out, tender, or emotionally full, this is your place to breathe.

I’m sending you so much love. May next year give your heart exactly what it needs, in your own best way. A little more healing, a little more peace, a little more gentleness.

If you like these fiction podcast episodes, I would be glad to make more of these.

Much love,
Bettina

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Of dreams, hopes and all the struggles we can find in between. Short story / Creativity / Joy / End of the year ritual

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The year everything changed: The toughest decision of my life (Reflecting on 2025)

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0000

Did you ever have to make a decision that felt impossible - one you knew would change everything? In 2025, I faced the hardest decision of my life: to stop trying to become parents. This episode is a deeply personal reflection on a year filled with adventure, family, and joy - and one that will forever be shaped by letting go of a dream we carried for a long time. We talk about endings and beginnings, about leaving things behind, and about the quiet truth that sometimes our hearts decide long before our minds are ready to understand.

I also share a meaningful end-of-year ritual my husband and I have practiced since 2019: a ritual rooted in dreams, hopes, and honest reflection.

This is a cozy, vulnerable, and powerful look back at 2025 and an invitation to pause, reflect, and listen to what your own heart might be asking for next.

If your heart wants to share, I’d love to hear from you in the comments:

Have you ever made a hard decision that changed your life — and what are you carrying into the next year?

Much love, with a heart full of dreams

Bettina

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big decision;

hard decision;

letting go;

endings and beginnings

stopping IVF

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Childless not by choice: How to deal with pregnant women during family gatherings

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0000

Hellooo Christmas, right? This is a tough one. If you’re childless not by choice or struggle with infertility, being around pregnant friends, pregnancy talk, or families with babies and young children, especially around Christmas and the holidays, can feel so daunting. You can love them deeply and still feel like your heart is breaking. In this episode, I’m sharing a gentle warm blanket for those moments:

How I decided whether to go (and how to protect myself if it’s too much)

How I prepared with a letter to myself (so my highest self could guide me)

What to do when the body goes into panic: grounding + nervous system support

A creative exercise for the deeper belief underneath the pain (the “inner part” that shows up)

And one unconventional mindset tool for the “I want what they have” spiral (only if it fits where you are right now)

If this is you today: you are welcome here. And if the kindest choice is to step back and protect your heart, that is okay too.

I hope you are doing well, I hope you take care of yourself and your heart.

Sending you much love,

Bettina

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Bitterness crawled into my heart - and how I'm letting it go

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0000

It's about time that we talk about bitterness and childless not by choice. Have you ever read about that link? Nope? Neither have I, unfortunately. It seems to me, that not a lot of people talk about it, when it is so important we do. That feeling of unjustice, anger, frustration, disappointment, "why me" and everything else that it brings along is so common with infertility and even more so when we end up being childless not by choice. It is tough!! And sometimes but not always, bitterness decides to stay. Which is why I believe it is important that I am sharing this story. In this episode, I'm talking about how I suddenly realized that I might be on the path to feeling bitter and how I am actively stepping outside of it, to live a joyful life. I am learning so much about how to let it go, how to let bitterness behind me. There are some methods that help me, like feeling my emotions, processing them and other things that I am sharing in this episode. No, I'm not done learning, transforming, but I feel it is important that we talk about it. And who knows, maybe it helps you too and is exactly what you need to hear today.

Don't forget to share: What is your takeaway? What do you want to share with me and our community on here? I would love to here from you and to learn from you, right in the comment section of this podcast underneath. We got this!

Sending you much love,

Bettina

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bitterness, infertility, childless not by choice, feeling bitter

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I went to the wrong airport: Mistakes and other joyful things

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0000

When you realize you just made a huge mistake, what is the first thing you tell yourself? When it sounds something like this: "I'm so stupid!", "I get it wrong all the time", "I'm a horrible adult", "Why can't I just be in control of what I am doing?", then, well, welcome to my brain and how it reacted when I realized that I was at the wrong airport in London (but why, London, do you have to have four airports... asking for a friend?). Now, it doesn't have to be this way forever. We can learn and grow from it. And with time, we might have those thoughts, but we can put them away easier and easier. In this episode I am talking about that trip to London that ended differently than I thought it would, and how I dealt with this situation. It is a little fun story for you, and I hope you are listening to it with a little smile on your face and with a little bit more compassion for yourself. You deserve grace for yourself. Mistakes are here to make us grow, and we can learn from what we did wrong.

Thank you so much for tuning in! There is a comment section below this episode: let me know what huge mistake you made in the past, and let us laugh about it now. After all, it is in the past and you have learned from it.

Much love from me to you,

Bettina

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Everyone else seems to have figured this life out, but me (wait for the plot twist)

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0000

I can't be the only one thinking that, right? But plot twist: This isn't true, at least not in the way that you think. Well, let me explain. I recently had been thinking that I might do this life wrong, falling from one crisis to the other. When in fact I realized, that I am just going through something tough, through a phase in my life that is really difficult and struggling with that is more than normal (huge to admit that and to actually see it that way).

It can look like there is a lot of chaos and as if everything is on fire in your life - like the transitioning of a phoenix. And admitting, that you are going through something rough is one part of going and moving through it. Sometimes though, we feel like we can't admit that towards others. That we have to pretend that we got it all figured out like everyone else. That we have to hide the difficult feelings in our lives, the emotional struggles and tough times that we encounter. We do not have to, and it isn't healthy nor helping in your growth to do that. So, while it seems that others do not struggle with the intensity that you do, it might just be that you do not give yourself enough credit and grace for what you are going through. And that we can accept that you do not have figured out what happens right now, but what is going on and to move through the emotional rollercoaster. You got it. I got it. Let's move through these times together.

Thank you for tuning in and there is a comment section, underneath, so glad if you could share how it resonated with you.

Much love to you

Bettina

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Two movies to watch by the end of the year: Laugh, cry and reflect on your life

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:15:00 +0000

There are movies that leave a mark on your heart and that you think about for a long time. These two movies did exactly that to me, and I believe they find us in times when we need them most. Through them, we can find exactly the wisdom we need to hear at the specific time we watch them. At their core, they’re about what we’re here to do: discovering our truest, most authentic self and living it, despite what others believe we were created for. Don’t have a mission, a dream, or a passion? Great, this episode is for you, too. You’re childless not by choice, in need of a good cry to let it all out, and on your way to find what you’re truly here for, let these be the ones to ignite your heart. And thank me later.

Much love to you, and let me know what you think of them when you watch them,

Bettina

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Animated movies - movie inspiration - Creativity - Stories about life - Flow - Wild Robot - movie review

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Where do I feel home? A poem about finding an answer to that question

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0000

I wonder about that feeling of home and how it evolves over time, especially when you’ve moved across countries or far away. Where is it? Where is home? I wrote a short poem about it. I felt like expressing it that way. Thank you so much for being here, for listening to my creative endeavors, my thoughts, hopes, and dreams. You are so welcome here.

If you enjoyed this kind of episode, leave me a heart in the comments, that way you’ll get more of these. I’ve enjoyed writing poems ever since I started journaling. I once wanted to be a songwriter, can you imagine that? Well, I guess you never know what might happen, right? ;-)

Sending you so much love,

Bettina

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Creativity - Poems - Writing - Stories from the heart - Moving to a new country - Bilingual couple - Binational couple

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How I step off the thought carousel: Awe & Wonder to the rescue

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0000

When was the last time you realized, again, that you are actually living somewhere in a vast nothingness, casually sitting on a round rock that just so happens to be floating through the dark, in a universe for which we have no exact evidence of where it actually comes from? We often tend to forget that we're only playing a small part in the universe, constantly self-centering and letting our thoughts run as if they were in a hamster wheel in our mind. Yet, there is a tiny helpful tool to get our thoughts off our hamster wheel: self-distancing by zooming out as far as our mind can, and seeing that while we belong here and we do matter, our problems and we ourselves aren't the center that keeps the universe alive.

If you've recently been very much in your head, your mind a constant carousel going on and on and on, well, there is a way to get out of it. I've been there, too. Let me wrap you up in awe and wonder, in my cozy corner. You are so welcome in my little imaginary podcast coffee shop.

I'd be glad if you decide to stay here with me for a little while.

Sending you much love,
Thank you for listening,

Bettina

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Allowing myself to feel like a kid again

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 04:30:00 +0000

“I shouldn’t. It’s irresponsible anyway.” No, it’s not. You’re allowed to pursue things that bring you joy and remind you of being a kid. As adults, we often think we have to behave a certain way and pick hobbies that “make sense.” But you have permission to do the things that spark wonder and carefree time. You have every right to spend time on something that isn’t productive, doesn’t lead anywhere, and doesn’t have an immediate payoff. It’s okay to live in wonder and play, to feel giddy and excited about small things. You’re an adult and that means that you get to choose. Free will and so ;-)

This is a short story about letting my inner child run free through discovering the enchanted world of Disney Lorcana, a trading card game (TCG)—and about how a little creature called “shame” thought it was invited to play.

Not a gamer or card player? Neither was I and you don’t have to become one, to listen to this episode. I guarantee, there’s inspiration in it, even if you have no clue what Lorcana is.

For my fellow Disney Lorcana Illumineers: I’m just starting out with Disney Lorcana (Ravensburger) and learning as I go. It’s been such a joy so far—and, who would’ve thought, I even pulled an Enchanted card! Sooooo exciting, right?

Much love,
Bettina

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When the heart says 'You're meant to be somewhere else'

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0000

“Leave everything and start a new adventure,” it said. No explanation. No logic. No advice on how to do that. So what now, should I go on a new adventure? Should I move to a new country - to Norway, the Lofoten specifically? Since coming back home, my heart won’t stop talking me into it. I am feeling as if I am meant to be living somewhere else right now, although I moved to France only two years ago. It doesn’t make sense. Or is my heart calling me to plan a long adventure for the future - one that no opens up, knowing I'll be childless? In my story of this episode, I try to find my answers to all of these questions - the ones that rise up when a new chapter starts to introduce itself. I can’t say I have all the answers, but I know they’re worth exploring. Because if I have learned something: The heart is always right.

If your heart keeps tugging at you—asking you to notice its push and pull -come join me in my little imaginary, cozy podcast café, where we talk about hopes and dreams and the struggles in between. I’m so glad you’re here; you are so welcome in this space, wherever you’re listening from.

Much love,
Bettina

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What if maybe - just maybe - you're not a failure?

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0000

Recently, I’ve been feeling irresponsible for continuing to pursue my dreams. Not good enough, not working hard enough, not disciplined enough. I felt like a complete failure, both in writing my book and in hosting my podcast. Behind schedule, procrastinating hard, and lacking confidence in my creative skills. (Looking at the podcast statistics didn’t help.)

Then I paid attention to a tiny question that had been haunting me for weeks: Was I too alone in pursuing my art? Did I lack a community of people who were chasing similar dreams? Did I lack role models, companions in my creative process? Turns out (spoiler alert), yes, I was. This is the story of how meeting like-minded, dream-sharing people in real life can bring your confidence back, inspire you, and - most importantly - get you going.

If you, too, sometimes feel like a failure in your art, whether that’s starting to write a book like me or any other form of creation - I’m here to cheer you on. We’ve got this. You’ve got this. Let’s bring our dreams to life. Go find the people who can mirror back that how you feel is okay. And with that, let’s open the door to my little imaginary podcast coffee shop. You are so welcome here.

Much love,
Bettina

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Pencil, paper, and the courage to be a beginner: I'm learning to draw

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0000

Learning something new can be scary, especially when we’re learning in a group. Even more so when it’s about art and creativity. We have to be willing to put ourselves out there and accept not being good at first. We might fear being ridiculed, feel a little anxious about not showing our best yet, and even worry about being judged. I’m currently learning to draw—something I’ve never studied and I’m definitely not skilled at. I’m putting myself out there, too, so let’s be beginners together, shall we? And while the course is nothing like what I expected, I’m growing so much personally and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned so far.

This episode is for you if you…
💭 have always wanted to try something new but worry about being a beginner
💭 almost signed up for that art course but fear not being as good as others
💭 need a nudge to create and learn with people in the real world

Creativity, art, and being a beginner go hand in hand, right? Let’s be brave together.

Thank you for tuning in—I’m sending you lots of good, brave vibes,
Bettina

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Cloudy, with a chance of optimism: What the Northern Lights in Norway taught me

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:30:00 +0000

This story is a gentle story about me noticing, that slowly but surely, I had been becoming a tendency to be a pessimist over the past years. . I explore how this came to be (hello, infertility’s long shadow) and how a window seat with a view of the ocean's shore invited me back to presence, acceptance, and the courage to be optimistic again. If you’ve been feeling the glass half empty these past days, this episode offers a soft reset: wait, see, and let life surprise you. So, come in, grab a warm cup, and travel with me to the North of Norway’s Lofoten islands—where storms were forecast, whales appeared, a seal waved hello from the sea, and the sky finally opened up for the Northern Lights

You'll find in this episode

🫧a tender travel diary from my journey to the Lofoten in Norway

🫧a mindset shift from worry to wonder

🫧a reminder to be here, now

🫧whales and moose and seals 🐳

If you’ve ever caught yourself expecting disappointment more than magic, this story is for you. Together we’ll explore what it means to return to our more optimstic full glass versions of ourselves, and how a simple window seat overlooking the sea can teach us to wait, to see, and to believe in brighter skies ahead.

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Oh dear autumn 🍂 Why I cherish this season so much

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 03:30:00 +0000

Autumn is finally here and with it comes the cozy anticipation of crisp mornings, golden leaves, and all the little rituals that make this season so magical. In this episode, I share why autumn is my favorite season, the joy it brings me, and the simple things I look forward to doing as the days grow shorter.

Whether you love cozy fall activities, seasonal reflections, or just want to soak in the autumn atmosphere, this episode is an invitation to slow down and fall in love with the season all over again. And if you are not a fan of autumn - I hope you'll still tune in and who knows - maybe you fall for autumn (pun intended).

What you’ll hear in this episode:

🍂 Why autumn feels so special to me

🍂How anticipation of a new season brings joy and comfort

🍂My cozy plans (pumpkins included!l

So grab a warm drink, curl up under a blanket, and let’s welcome autumn together.

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The grief train hit me: Moving through grief of infertility

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 03:30:00 +0000

This episode is different, it’s unscripted and spoken straight from my heart. Lately, I’ve been moving through a lot of infertility grief and sadness, and I felt the need to share this vulnerable space with you. If you’re also carrying heavy emotions, whether from infertility or other challenges in life, this episode is for you. Navigating infertility is hard and together, we’ll hold space for each other, without pressure, without the promise of a neat silver lining, but with honesty, presence, and compassion. I’ll share what’s on my heart, and along the way, try to find the words that we both need to hear.

So if you’ve been looking for comfort in the middle of your own struggles, may it be infertility or not, join me here. Imagine us meeting in a cozy cabin in the mountains, with warm drinks, soft blankets, and space to breathe. You’re not alone.

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Looking back at the past year of my life: Boundaries, dreams and transformation

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 03:30:00 +0000

As my birthday approaches, and with it my final year in my thirties, I find myself looking back at the year that has just passed: a year full of growth, endings, beginnings and transformations that I’m still in the process of digesting.

In this episode, I invite you into my personal birthday reflection: the lessons that opened me up in beautiful (and sometimes painful) ways, the wisdom that comes only through struggle, and the reminder that transformation is rarely ever “finished.”

If you’ve ever felt the tension of change, or found yourself asking the universe, “Didn’t I already learn this lesson?”—you’re not alone. Together, we’ll walk through five of the most impactful insights from my past year, not as a list of “life hacks,” but as lived truths that may resonate with your own journey.

So grab your coffee, settle in, and join me in this honest reflection on growth, resilience, and the simple yet powerful lessons that shape us, embracing change that we both experience.

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Crazy? A little. Worth it? YES! Driving 14 hours to meet: The Bucketlist Family

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 03:30:00 +0000

All the way from one end of a country to the end of another. To say: Thank you for inspiring us. This is a story about doing the crazy things. About meeting your heros, the people that inspire you and probably change the course of your life, even just a little. It's about trusting that inner spark of yours, that is taking you exactly to where you need to be. If you’ve ever had a dream that felt crazy or made no sense to others, I hope this episode gives you the courage to follow it anyway. Because sometimes, maybe even always, those wild-hearted choices? They’re exactly those, that lead us to where and who we need to be in life.

In this episode I'm sharing that time, when we got to meet The Bucketlist Family: Jessica, Garrett, Dorothy, Manilla and Calihan Gee. A family that inspired us to live our dreams, to follow our pure intentions and to live every day like it is a Saturday. Their impact on us, on me especially, had been huge: through their videos I began to see a shift in how I saw life as a mother - in the best way possible. Never meet your heros? Well, we did and it was worth every mile and hour.

The YouTube video that I am mentioning in the episode:

https://youtu.be/VP0lzUmOwp0?si=_1xMeX5wssevPHhQ

The Bucketlist Family YouTube channel: The Bucket List Family - YouTube

(I recommend starting with the older videos)

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From abroad to forever: A story about love, overcoming barriers and building a life together

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:51:37 +0000

I only wanted to study abroad, but I ended up falling in love with the love of my life. And suddenly: everything had changed.

In this episode, I share the story of how Nico and I met in Norway as students, how we navigated a long-distance relationship, the doubts of whether our Erasmus love could truly last, and the challenges (and unexpected superpowers) that come with being a bilingual couple.

From overcoming cultural differences and language barriers to building a home away from family, this is a journey of love, resilience, and growth. If you’ve ever wondered whether a bilingual relationship can truly work, or if you’re facing your own doubts, you’ll find reassurance, real talk, and practical takeaways here.

Whether you’ve experienced Erasmus love on your own, you're living in a long-distance relationship, or simply curious about the magic and challenges of bilingual love, this episode will inspire you to trust your heart—and give your mind the will to make it happen.

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Finding missing pieces of my heart in unexpected places: A trip to Japan

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 03:30:00 +0000

Some places aren’t destinations, they become part of your story, a part of your heart. I share how Japan and Norway unexpectedly shaped my life: Japan through my husband’s love for Princess Mononoke and the way its culture quietly found its way into my heart through our travels, and Norway through the serendipity of studying abroad, where I discovered love, lifelong friendships, and a piece of my soul in nature’s raw beauty.

This is a story about following life’s whispers — the places you don’t plan for, but that change you in ways you couldn’t have imagined. It’s about how travel, love, and synchronicity can lead us to discover forgotten parts of ourselves and open us to new ways of seeing the world.

If you’ve ever felt drawn to a place without knowing why, or if you long for journeys that touch you on a soul-deep level, this episode is for you. Join me in our little podcast café as we talk about Japan, Norway, and the magic of places that feel like they’ve been waiting for us all along.

So glad, that you are here.

Much love, Bettina

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I find myself living Plan B - and wondering if it was meant to be all along

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 03:30:00 +0000

What if the life you’re living right now — the one you once called Plan B — is quietly becoming the life you were meant to love? In this episode, I open up about the unexpected shift that’s happening in my own life: after over eight years of infertility, I find myself slowly and gently questioning if motherhood is still the path I want — or if the unexpected life I’ve built outside of that dream is the one I actually desire. Was being childless maybe the path I secretly always wanted? This isn’t an episode about giving up. It’s about transformation, about embracing change. It’s about:

What happens when your deepest dream doesn’t come true - and you start seeing beauty in what is?

The quiet internal courtroom where “Plan A” and “Plan B” battle it out in your heart

Finding peace with uncertainty, and even joy in choosing yourself and your heartfelt journey.

What it means to re-define purpose, identity, and fulfillment - especially when your life doesn’t follow the expected script.

Whether you're navigating infertility, experiencing change, or moving through a season of deep self-doubt, this episode invites you to pause, breathe, and ask with compassion: What if this life — right now - is already enough?

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What helped me through rough times: Books and movies for when life gets to heavy

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 03:30:00 +0000

When you're walking through a rough phase in your life, grief, heartbreak, sometimes all you need is one thing: a companion that guides you through. In this deeply personal episode, I’m opening up about the books, movies, and songs that helped me survive one of the hardest seasons of my life — the loss of a pregnancy, the pain of failed IVF treatments, and the invisible weight of infertility grief. This episode isn't about infertility struggles only though. Whatever you are going through, this episode might be helpful for you.

This episode isn’t about self-help quick fixes. It’s a warm, vulnerable guide for anyone going through emotional pain, whether from infertility, loss, or any kind of heartbreak. I share the stories, pages, lyrics, and scenes that felt like warm blankets and cups of tea — the kind that let me cry, reflect, and slowly put myself back together.

This episode is a love letter to anyone going through grief or dark seasons. You’ll find comfort here — and maybe the exact words, stories or lyrics that your soul needs to hear right now.

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How infertility shattered my creativity and helped me reclaim my true self as a woman

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:30:00 +0000

In this raw and soul-stirring episode, I share the deep crisis infertility triggered around creativity, purpose, and womanhood. Have you ever asked yourself: Who am I as a woman, if I can’t be a mother? What if I never give birth — will I ever feel the feminine creative energy? Why does my creativity feel blocked when I struggle with infertility? If so, this episode will feel like a warm hand on your shoulder. I invite you into my personal story of my struggle and a moment so dark I nearly threw away every piece of art I ever made. All because a long journey of infertility, IVF and a miscarriage that lead me to believe that I am less of a woman, than women who are able to carry a child in their womb. But then something extraordinary happened — through a conversation within myself and with a tree, I began to reimagine what it means to be a creator. To be a woman. To belong. This episode is for every woman who has questioned her worth, her purpose, or her creative spark. It's for those navigating infertility, grief, and silent comparison. It’s for those longing to birth something beautiful — whether a child, a book, or a version of themselves that feels true again.

If you feel broken or stuck in your creative life after loss, this episode is the balm your soul needs.

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Our Infertility Journey: IVF, miscarriage, hope, grief and everything in between

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 03:30:00 +0000

Infertility is a word that holds so much pain, silence, and complexity — and in this deeply personal episode, I finally open up about our entire journey.

I share what it has felt like to walk through years of fertility treatments, monthly heartbreaks, and the invisible grief of waiting for a child who hasn’t come. This isn’t a story with a perfect ending — it’s a story in progress. One filled with raw emotions, quiet hope, and the kind of strength you only discover when life doesn’t go as planned.

Whether you’re in the middle of your own fertility struggle, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the emotional layers behind infertility — this episode is for you. This conversation is vulnerable, honest, and tender — shared in the hope that no one else feels alone in this experience.

If this episode speaks to you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need it. 💛

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When life doesn't go as planned

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 04:30:00 +0000

Have you ever planned your life a certain way — only to have unexpected circumstances completely change the course? Maybe you’ve dreamed of traveling, starting a family, or building your ideal future… and suddenly, a door closes. The path you imagined disappears. And you’re left with grief, doubt, and the quiet question: What now?

In this deeply personal, cozy podcast café episode, I share my story of one of those moments — how a literal closed road during a day trip in Switzerland became a powerful reminder for life. We’ll gently explore how to cope when life doesn’t go as planned, the grief that comes with letting go of old dreams (especially around infertility and life transitions), and how to start seeing unexpected detours as part of your new, beautiful story, embracing change.

If you’ve ever faced disappointment, grief, or uncertainty — this episode is for you. You’re not alone in longing for answers, struggling with trust, or navigating the heartbreak of changed plans.

Let’s sit together for this honest conversation, and remind ourselves that sometimes, the closed path leads to places we never could’ve imagined — even if it takes time to see the beauty.

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Why making friends feels so hard: A raw talk about loneliness, infertility & finding community

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:30:00 +0000

Have you ever longed for real, meaningful connections — yet felt like making friends as an adult is the hardest thing ever? Especially when you're in a new country, navigating life without children, and carrying the quiet fears and struggles that come with infertility? If yes, then this cozy café podcast episode might feel like a chat with an old friend. In today’s episode I want to talk openly about my struggle to make new, local friends as a childless introvert in my thirties, living in a new country. It’s raw, unfiltered, and probably, very relatable if you're also navigating loneliness or craving a deeper sense of belonging. I’ve been living in Alsace, France, for over a year now, and here’s the truth: I still haven’t made local friends. Not because I don’t want to — but because putting myself out there, as a sensitive, introverted woman dealing with infertility grief, feels overwhelming. Sound familiar? Maybe you're walking a similar path.

In this episode, I share:

Why craving connection doesn’t always mean finding it’s easy, especially when you’re dealing with infertility, childlessness, or grief.
The silent fears that hold me back
The powerful insights I learned from books about vulnerability, belonging, and finding real community.

This conversation is especially for you, if:

✨ You feel isolated in a new country, town, or phase of life.
✨ You’re childless (by choice or circumstance) and struggle to find your people.
✨ You’re an introvert craving deep, meaningful friendships — but small talk and big groups exhaust you.
✨ You’re navigating infertility, grief, or any life transition that makes connection feel harder.
✨ You long for honest conversations about belonging, courage, and building community as an adult.

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Books and movies that spark courage to follow your dreams

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:30:00 +0000

Have you ever watched a movie or read a book, and afterward, something deep inside you quietly whispered, “It’s time to believe again”? If you have a heart full of dreams — maybe hidden ones, maybe wild ones — then this cozy podcast café episode is made just for you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing something very close to my heart: the books and movies that sparked my courage to keep going. That help me believe in my dreams — even when I doubt, struggl, or feel stuck. These stories help me reconnect with hope, with action, and with my deeper purpose. And maybe, they’ll do the same for you.

This episode is perfect for you if:

💫 You have big dreams but sometimes feel stuck in fear or self-doubt.
💫 You love cozy, soulful conversations with a creative friend.
💫 You adore movies and books that inspire personal growth and reflection.
💫 You’re craving gentle encouragement to take action toward your dream life.

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That time I felt completely empty — and how I gently let joy back in

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:31:55 +0000

After months of emotional exhaustion, infertility grief after many IVF rounds, and feeling joyless, I found myself staring out the window at grey skies and empty trees, longing for something to change — outside and within. In this episode, I share how I slowly began letting joy back into my life by planting tiny seeds of curiosity: a bookshop visit, a new love for manga, and learning to embrace what once felt "not for me." If you’ve ever felt stuck, numb, or unsure how to begin again, this gentle, soul-filled episode is for you. A story of healing, rediscovery, and the quiet magic of following what lights you up — no matter how small it may seem. Come sit with me, dear dreamer. Let’s talk about joy, creativity, and reclaiming our inner spark.

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How I slowly found my dream - and what I want to bring to this world

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:31:41 +0000

In this soulful episode, I invite you to explore how dreams take shape through life's winding journey. If you’ve ever wondered why your passion didn’t arrive with clarity early on, or felt lost trying to uncover your creative purpose, this episode is for you. Through tender storytelling and personal reflection, I share how my “dream creature” of wanting to write a book evolved—through journals, teaching, infertility, and rediscovering writing. Learn how dreams are born from experience, longing, and listening to life’s whispers, not shouts.

Tune in to feel inspired, reconnect with your creativity, dream big and remember: even the tiniest dream is worth bringing to life.

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It's me, hi, I am your host it's me: An introduction and a story of starting over in your thrities

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the very first episode of my podcast – a heartfelt introduction and a window into the stories and dreams that shaped me. In this episode, I share how my husband and I left behind ten years in Switzerland to start a new chapter in the magical villages of Alsace, France. Along the way, I open up about our journey through infertility, deep grief, and the quiet courage it took to begin again. This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt the pull of a dream, the weight of heartbreak, or the longing to create a life that feels more like your own. It’s a tender beginning – one filled with vulnerability, hope, and a reminder that it’s never too late to follow the whisper inside your heart. Come join me in the podcast café for soulful storytelling, gentle encouragement, and the start of something beautiful.

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