Being Mary
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...
If Only I Were Perfect
💔 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 reflecting on some things I’ve carried quietly — things I haven’t fully shared, maybe because I wasn’t ready.
But lately, the messages I’ve been offeri...
Healing Journey with Reiki
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 found her purpose through healing work
✨ What Holy Fire Reiki really is—and how it differs from traditional Reiki
✨ Navigating doubt, skeptics, and staying true to your calling
✨ Kids, Autism, and creating...
Loss of a Relationship
✨ 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 relationship, a friendship, or a connection that never fully became what you hoped, I invite you to listen with an open heart.<...
Know Your Place
🎙️ 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)
🎙️ 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
✨ 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
🎙️ 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?
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
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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