Being Mary

Send us Fan Mail “Hi, it’s Mary — today’s the day! The new Being Mary episode is out now, and I’m spilling the wildest TikTok friend requests I’ve ever received. From Keanu Reeves to princes and sugar daddies — it’s a ride you don’t want to miss. Listen now!” www. BeingMary.ca Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://ww...

Send us Fan Mail "Healing starts when you recognize you are not the problem — the system is." — Dawn Stilwell, They Called Her Jezebel Hi, it’s Mary, and this week on Being Mary I sit down with my good friend Dawn Stilwell, author of They Called Her Jezebel: A Cult Survivor’s Self-Help Memoir . Dawn opens up about her emotional journey — from her early passion for faith and leadership in...

Send us Fan Mail Hi, it’s Mary—and welcome back to Being Mary. We’ve been talking about three small habits that can change your body, your energy, and your life.  Habit #1 was all about moving your body.  Habit #2 was about creating more presence in your life. And now—Habit #3.  It’s simple, powerful, and honestly, it might be the most surprising one yet. Want to know what it is?  Relationships! S...

Send us Fan Mail Hi, it’s Mary—and welcome back to Being Mary . Last week, we started with Habit #1: Move your body. This week, Habit #2 might surprise you. It’s simple. It’s powerful.  And it could completely change how you feel, how you connect, and even how you age. Want to know what it is?     Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/bei...

Send us Fan Mail Hi, it’s Mary—and I’ve got a question for you: What if just 3 Tiny Tweaks could change your body, boost your energy, and add years to your life? Sounds dramatic, right? But it’s backed by science—and I’m breaking it all down in a new 3-part podcast series. In this first episode, I’m talking about the one habit you already know —but might be overlooking. It’s not about losing weigh...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ Peace. Serenity. Perspective. This Wednesday on Being Mary , I invite you to join me by the lake — where the sound of the waves and the vastness of the water remind us how to let go, breathe deeply, and just… be. 🎧 Tune in here or wherever you listen to podcasts. Let the water work its quiet magic. Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https:/...

Send us Fan Mail Deep Roots and Green Lawns Are you a weed, or are you grass? This episode explores what weeds can teach us about resilience, connection, and quiet strength — even when life feels like a drought. Listen now, and let me know: which one are you? 🎧 Available wherever you listen to podcasts. #Podcast #NewEpisode #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #DeepRoots Support the show www.beingmary.ca...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 2: What Caregivers Need — Help, Compassion & Healing Hi, it’s Mary — and welcome back to Being Mary . Last time, I shared my personal journey as a caregiver. Today, I want to talk about what caregivers need from the people around them — how you can really show up for someone who’s caring for a loved one. Even the smallest gestures can mean the world. Support the show w...

Send us Fan Mail  Episode 1: The Caregiver’s Journey — Love, Guilt & Burnout Hi, it’s Mary — and welcome to Being Mary . Today we’re talking about one of the hardest, most emotional jobs you can ever take on: being a family caregiver. The love, the guilt, the frustration, the grief — it’s a roller coaster no one really prepares you for. If you’re a caregiver, or you’ve been one, you’re not alo...

Send us Fan Mail 👂 You need to hear this. Today we’re talking about something you might not think about — your hearing. I’m sharing my own journey with hearing loss, the surprises (like how loud my bathroom fan really was!), and why taking care of your hearing is about so much more than just hearing better. If you’ve ever wondered about hearing aids, felt insecure about needing them, or love some...

Send us Fan Mail 🌳✨ New Podcast Episode: Walks in Nature – Rooted: Reconnecting with Trees Hi friends — it’s been so hot lately, hasn’t it? I know how hard it can be to feel motivated to get outside. But this week, I want to invite you to join me on a quiet, shady trail — and reconnect with the trees. There’s something deeply calming about being under a canopy of leaves, feeling the strength of...

Send us Fan Mail The Truth About Motherhood You thought motherhood would be sweet snuggles and meaningful moments.  Turns out it’s… sticky handprints, sleepless nights, and adult kids who eat your groceries, borrow your car, and ignore your advice. Let’s talk about it. This week on Being Mary , I’m pulling back the curtain on what motherhood really looks like—burnout, guilt, grown-up kids who know...

Send us Fan Mail Last week, I gave blood—and then I read something that stopped me in my tracks. It was a letter written by a 26-year-old woman named Holly Butcher, just one day before she passed away. Her words are powerful, raw, and deeply moving. She speaks about life, love, letting go of the small stuff—and the incredible gift of donating blood. This is one you’ll want to hear. #BeingMaryPodca...

Send us Fan Mail “Marriage Wasn’t What I Expected” We don’t say it out loud enough—but so many of us walk into marriage with big dreams and open hearts... only to find that reality looks very different. This week on Being Mary , I’m peeling back the curtain on what marriage taught me: about love, loneliness, unmet expectations, and personal growth. If you've ever looked at your relationship a...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ New Podcast Episode! ✨🧹  What’s Your 1-800-GOT-JUNK? This week on Being Mary, I’m talking spring cleaning—but not just the closets and basements kind. I’m talking about the emotional junk we all carry... the stuff we’ve held onto for way too long. Old stories.  Outdated guilt.  Invisible weight. It’s time to make the call and clear some space—for peace, for joy, for you. 📦🎧...

Send us Fan Mail 💔 New episode: If Only I Were Perfect: A Letter of Love, Loss, and Learning This one is personal. A letter I never sent, shared from the heart. It’s about grief, regret, healing… and the slow, beautiful work of becoming. Thank you for holding space with me. 💛  Hi friends,  Today’s episode is a little different. It’s more personal… more of a letter than a lesson. I’ve been reflec...

Send us Fan Mail I’m so excited to share this deeply meaningful conversation with someone who has been a guiding light on my healing journey— Erin Graham McArthur . Erin is a Holy Fire Reiki Master, reflexologist, meditation creator, and a beautiful soul who brings heart, wisdom, and authenticity to everything she does. We sat down together (with tea, of course ☕) and talked about:  ✨ How Erin f...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ Loss of a Relationship ✨ Hi, I’m Mary—and welcome to Being Mary , a podcast where we explore what it means to come home to yourself. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the loss of a relationship—how it shows up in our lives, how it reshapes us, and how we can gently move forward without losing ourselves in the process. Whether you’re grieving the end of a romantic relatio...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Know Your Place What does “knowing your place” really mean?  (Spoiler: It’s not about being quiet.) In this episode of Being Mary , my friend Marian Walsh and I share a coffee and a conversation about self-awareness, boundaries, and the wisdom of knowing when and how to show up. It’s not about shrinking.  It’s about centering. ☕ Listen now → Hi, it’s Mary—and welc...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ New Episode Alert! Ever wonder why marriage isn't on my bucket list anymore? Join me for a lighthearted chat about the joy (and comedy!) of choosing independence after 28 moves and a lifetime of "experience." Trust me—it's a fun ride! 👉 Listen now and let's share a laugh together! #BeingMaryPodcast #SingleAndLovingIt #LifeAfterMarriage #IndependentWoma...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ New Podcast Alert! ✨ Looking to deepen your spiritual journey and reconnect with your higher self? Tune into my new meditation podcast where we explore the power of Holy Fire Reiki, guided healing, and inner transformation.  This episode offers a sacred space for calm, clarity, and connection.  Breathe deeply. Align fully. Awaken gently.   Now streaming on all major platforms....

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ New Podcast: “Tools for the Journey” A new vacuum got me thinking—life really is about having the right tools. ✨ Self-love ✨ Support ✨ Belief in yourself What’s in your life toolbox? 💬 Let me know in the comments or DM me if you want to chat. #BeingMary #LifeTools #WomenSupportingWomen #StartWhereYouAre Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb...

Send us Fan Mail Because it’s time to reflect, reconnect, and be real about what it means to live a life of strength, struggle, and starting over. This is the heart behind Being Mary—a podcast about truth, transformation, and the power of sharing our stories.   Watch the first episode and join me on this journey. Let me know in the comments: What would your story be called? #BeingMaryPodcast #Wome...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine sliding a note across the lunch table to your teenage self that says, “PS: You’re going to do amazing things.” That’s basically what this video is. Grab a coffee, hit play, and tag a friend whose younger self could use a high-five today. #womensupportingwomen #dearyoungerme #beingmarypodcast Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://ww...