Being Mary

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By: Mary Vandenberge

Mary Johnson Van Den Berge is a "wear your heart on your sleeve" kind of woman, an unapologetic bookworm, and an online shopping champion. She devours murder mysteries in every form — whether in books or podcasts — with an enthusiasm that surprises even herself. Raised on a farm near St. Marys in Southwestern Ontario, she now calls Petrolia home, nestled in Ontario’s scenic “banana belt.”Mary is a proud advocate for women’s rights and believes deeply in the power of honest conversation. On her podcast, she creates a safe and open space for women to explore the emotional layers of life—thro...

Know Your Place
#7
Last Tuesday at 6:00 AM

🎙️ 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 welcome...


Why I'm Not Getting Married (Again)
#6
05/21/2025

🎙️ 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 #IndependentWoman #PodcastLife #NeverSettle

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Healing and Purpose Through Meditation
#5
05/14/2025

✨ 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.

Today, we’re exploring the powerful combination of Holy Fire Reiki and guided visualization meditation—how these practices have helped me heal, reconnect with myself, and step into a deeper sense of purpose.
Whether you’re brand new...


Tools for the Journey
#4
05/06/2025

🎙️ 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

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Why Am I Doing This?
#2
04/30/2025

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 #WomenWhoTellStories #HealingOutLoud #AuthenticLiving #LifeReflections

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From Girl to Grown: The Memo I Wish I'd Gotten
#1
04/30/2025

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

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