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Shine with Mary ObanaGratitude Revisited: The Choice to See the Gift in All Things069—This episode revisits the subject of gratitude. Originally released on Thanksgiving Day in 2021, Mary updates listeners on her perspective on gratitude and why it's so important to our health, relationships, and how we feel daily. She reminds us that gratitude is not just about appreciation; it's the choice to see the gift in all things. Carrying this perspective can change how you experience even the most unwanted circumstances, a message that can benefit us all year long.To learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.com2024-11-2420 minShine with Mary ObanaMy Family's Health Journey and the Path to Purpose068— The most unexpected things can arise from our most significant challenges. In this episode, Mary candidly explores the adversity her family encountered in their health journey. She reflects on the valuable lessons learned, the guidance that surfaced amidst the struggles, and the transformative direction it steered her toward, leading to the fulfilling work she feels called to pursue.To learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.comTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.com...2024-02-2329 minShine with Mary ObanaConnecting to Your Guidance Part II067—In this follow-up episode, Mary dives deeper into the world of connecting to your guidance, including how to recognize the forms intuition can take (clairsentience, claircognizance, clairvoyance, clairaudience), the obstacles that can stand in the way, and a valuable tool anyone can use to connect to the wisdom of your guidance so you can receive messages in a matter of minutes!Show notes:Wisdom of the Oracle Divination Cards by Colette Baron-Reidhttps://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Oracle-Divination-Cards-Know/dp/1401946429Message to set your intention when connecting to guidance:“Thank you, guidance of love...2023-10-2829 minShine with Mary ObanaConnecting to Your Guidance Part I066—Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads or feeling stuck, uncertain about what’s ahead? Have you wondered why something is happening or showing up in your life? What if you could just know? Each of us has access to a fountain of wisdom that stands ready to help us live our best lives. It’s our Guidance. And it’s within each of us. If you want to understand what it is and how to connect to it so you can fully benefit from its magic, join Mary as she delves into this enlightening subject....2023-10-0326 minShine with Mary ObanaBeing YOU065—This is a re-release of an episode from 2020 whose subject is as relevant today as ever. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you know what you want and what you need to do, but you struggle to do it? It can be stuck in a job you don't enjoy, but you stay anyway. It can be finding yourself in a relationship you know you shouldn't be in, but you don't make a change. It can be majoring in something in college because it's what you think your parents want you to do, rather than pursuing what yo...2023-06-3014 minShine with Mary ObanaTo Be Content064—What does it mean “to be content”? Does it mean giving up on what you want and settling for what you have? What does it feel like to have it? Is it a path to peace? In this episode, learn what contentment is—and isn’t—and the four steps to guide you to it. It’s something you want, trust me.To learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.comTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.com2023-06-0312 minShine with Mary ObanaBooks for the Spiritually Curious063—Do you have a busy mind filled with unwanted thoughts? Do you wonder why you aren't getting what you want? What happens when we die? What would God have to say about all the conflict in the world? Have we had previous lives? What would a neurosurgeon say about spirituality? You'll want to listen to this episode if you've ever asked any of these questions and are interested in the answers. Mary shares six books for the spiritually curious that you'll want to add to your reading list. You may just find a new favorite. 2023-05-0526 minShine with Mary ObanaThe Messages Behind Those Numbers062—Have you ever glanced at your phone or woken up in the middle of the night and seen the same number again and again? Maybe it’s a repeating number like 222 or a number you have a personal connection to, like your birthdate. Have you ever wondered why it’s happening or what it means? Listen as Mary sheds light on this phenomenon and how you can decipher the meaning behind what you are seeing. It’s no coincidence!Show Notes:Visit https://www.maryobana.com/blog/episode-062-numbers for full descriptions for each number...2023-04-0719 minShine with Mary ObanaFeeling Good—My Advice for the Younger Generation061—Sometimes, we don’t feel the way we want. It can be something that’s going on at school or work, with friends or at home. There’s nothing worse than feeling off. Our energy is low, and it can feel like we’re stuck; like we can’t do much about it.In this episode, Mary shares what she wishes she knew then: her advice for the younger generation—a proven method for feeling better. It’s straightforward, and you can do it yourself at any time. Feeling good is in your control. No waiting, no wondering. And i...2023-03-1022 minShine with Mary ObanaSpirituality: A Perspective & Tools060—What happens when life throws us curveballs? Are we equipped to deal with them? What does it mean to be spiritual? Religious? Is there a difference? And aside from the epic existential questions spirituality can help us navigate, are there everyday benefits to being spiritual?These are the questions Mary tackles in this episode, sharing how an accident helped her see the role spirituality played for her.To learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.comTo lea...2023-02-0921 minShine with Mary ObanaA Fresh Start—3 Steps to Make the Most of It059—Whether it’s a New Year, a new week, or a new chapter, you want to make the most of what’s in front of you. Mary packs this short but sweet episode with three clear and practical steps to succeed when you start something new. You won’t want to miss it!To learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.comTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo learn more about having M...2023-01-0616 minShine with Mary ObanaTrauma, Trust, and Triumph—An Interview with Allison Dittmer058—When trauma strikes, it can leave you feeling lost and afraid. And when you are in the midst of it, it can be hard to see the value of what is in front of you. In this episode, Mary interviews Allison Dittmer, an outdoor adventurist whose life was met with devastating life challenges, including a ski accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury. Allison shares the life lessons that emerged from it and the magical ways the Universe guided and supported her along the way leading to her family’s decision to sponsor two Ukrainian refugees. ...2022-12-0951 minShine with Mary ObanaThe Stories We Tell057—We are all natural-born storytellers. Whether or not we realize it, we craft the story of our lives, piecing our experiences into a coherent storyline. We carry these stories with us, and they become so much a part of our lives that we start to identify ourselves with them—the good ones and the not-so-good ones, alike.But here’s the little-known secret: our stories aren’t always accurate. Listen to Mary as she shares the role stories play and the power of a rewritten story to create profound shifts in our lives.----...2022-11-1122 minShine with Mary ObanaYou Aren't What You THINK056—Our lives are supposed to be joyful, flowing smoothly as we appreciate each moment for what it is. No expectations, no analyzing, just being with it. We see things. We hear things. We do things. We move effortlessly through things. Life’s a gift.But this isn’t the way it always goes.Have you ever had a day going well, but something just set you off? Have you felt hurt by something someone did or said, and the feeling felt familiar? Have you felt undeserving, not smart enough, or disconnected from others?In thi...2022-10-1411 minShine with Mary ObanaThe Secret to Feeling Good055—Are you feeling off? Maybe you’re worried about someone, or a relationship is strained. Maybe you feel disappointed about something. It can feel like you’re stuck when you feel what you truly want depends on something or someone else—it’s out of your control. Why do we end up in situations like this? And even more, how do we get out of them so we can feel good again?There is a secret to living in the full flow of our life, and it is accessible to all of us. Listen as Mary lets us in on w...2022-09-1620 minShine with Mary ObanaMoving Beyond Loss—An Interview with Grief Recovery Specialist Anne Dale054—What is grief? Are feelings of grief only associated with the loss of a loved one? Grief is more complex than we may think, and the way it shows up for each of us is different. Listen to Mary’s conversation with Grief Recovery Specialist, Anne Dale, to learn what grief is and isn’t, how it can show up, the myths associated with grief, and if you are experiencing it, how you can move through it—an enlightening and hopeful episode.------Contact Grief Recovery Specialist, Anne Dale:Email: anniehal...2022-08-1931 minShine with Mary ObanaWhen You Lose a Loved One053—One of the things each of us will inevitably face is the loss of someone dear. How do we process the loss of a loved one? How do we heal?Listen as Mary invites us in on her own personal journey as she processes the loss of her beloved brother, John. Raw and honest, Mary shares how she is leaning on her spirituality in this time of loss in the hopes that it helps others find peace.----To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.com2022-07-2810 minShine with Mary ObanaSigns—The Magic & Mystery of the Universe052—Do you wonder if loved ones who have passed are still with you? Do you see the same numbers again and again? Do you ever have moments of uncertainty, questioning if you are on the right track? Have you ever experienced something crazy you just can’t explain?Wonder no more—this episode is for YOU! Listen as Mary dives into SIGNS, those magical and, at times, mysterious experiences, sharing many of her own, shedding light on what they’re all about, where they come from, what they mean, and SO MUCH MORE, including how you can open up...2022-06-2642 minShine with Mary ObanaAwakening—What It Is and Why You Want It051—Have you wondered why am I here? What is my purpose? Have you noticed a newfound curiosity, craving deep understanding that is more spiritual in nature? Have you become more selective about how you spend your time, your friends, what you read, and what you watch? Have you been drawn to those with whom you can have more substantive conversations? You are awakening.Listen to Mary as she shares the common signs of an awakening, what it is, when it happens, why you want it, and the five ways to support and nurture it.2022-05-2725 minShine with Mary ObanaAligning with Your True Self050—Do you know who you truly are? Believe it or not, most of us don’t. We confuse what we do, what we have, or our reputation for who we are, living a life driven by who we think we are or should be. Are you feeling stuck? Not yourself? Adrift? You may be living out of alignment with your true self. Listen to Mary as she shares the signs of being out of alignment, how we likely got there, and how to find our way back in.---To c...2022-04-2920 minShine with Mary ObanaTrust That Which You Can Not See049—Have you ever wondered whether you are doing “enough” with your life? Whether you are making a difference? How do you explain when you have your heart set on something that doesn’t turn out as you hoped? Have you been at a busy time in your life when suddenly something happened that stopped everything? What do all of these situations have in common? THERE IS SO MUCH GOING ON THAT YOU CAN NOT SEE.Listen as Mary shares valuable insight that sheds light on what is truly going on and the importance of trust...2022-04-0119 minShine with Mary ObanaSupporting Others Through Energy048—With the turmoil in the world, what can we do? What do we do when others are in pain or going through something horrible, and we are so far away? Is there anything we can do to help?The answer is YES. Listen as Mary shares some remarkable examples of connection through energy and how we can use energy to support others and ease their pain and suffering, even from a world away.If you want to help, this uplifting and empowering episode is for you. ----Referenced Book in...2022-03-0420 minShine with Mary ObanaConsciousness: The Path to Peace047—What do you do when you feel “off,” not feeling how you want? Maybe something unwanted has happened, or you’re worried or anxious about something. Perhaps you are filled with anger or sadness, frustration or disappointment. Maybe you just had a disagreement or argument with someone. YUCK!When stuff like this happens, it can feel like this has been done to you, leaving you to struggle or suffer. Listen as Mary explains what is going on and how you can create—or change—your reality to release the struggle and find peace.Consciousness...2022-02-0426 minShine with Mary ObanaPurpose, Intention, and Nudges046—Do you have questions that continue to nudge you—the ones that come from deep within you? Questions that you know you should be listening to but that you ignore or find a hard time answering. Are you living your life on purpose? With intention? Or are you just busy?Listen as Mary addresses these topics and shares her journey of addressing the question that nudged her and how it changed her life. A perfect episode as you contemplate a new year or take stock of whether you are living the life you are meant to li...2022-01-0718 minShine with Mary ObanaOne Act of Kindness045—When’s the last time you’ve had an encounter with a random act of kindness? Maybe you were the giver, perhaps the receiver, or perhaps an observer. No matter which one, it’s pretty nice, isn’t it!? Kindness is unique because it’s an ACT. It’s not a thought or an emotion. It requires action. And everyone involved benefits. This episode is about the extraordinary gift of kindness. Listen as Mary shares stories of kindness and introduces One Act of Kindness, as she challenges everyone to perform just one act to a complete strange...2021-12-2414 minShine with Mary ObanaThe Power of Laughter044—With all the every day “doing” that fills our lives, when is the last time you really laughed? Deeply? In this episode, Mary shares how important laughter is for our health and lives and reminds us to do more of it.Listen to this intentionally brief episode and its call to have FUN!----To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/privat...2021-12-1006 minShine with Mary ObanaGratitude: The Choice to See the Gift In All Things043—This episode released on Thanksgiving Day reminds us that gratitude should be more than a once-a-year thing. Listen as Mary shares how gratitude benefits virtually every part of our lives, but even more a new way to think about gratitude. It’s not just about appreciation; it’s about the choice to see the gift in all things. A choice that can change the quality of your health, your relationships, the way you feel, and the way you experience unwanted circumstances. Mary also includes some fun questions to share at your next family or friend gathering. You won’t...2021-11-2518 minShine with Mary ObanaFrom Wanting to Having042—Have you ever wanted something really badly, and it just didn’t happen? Maybe there’s something you want now—a new relationship, a dream job, expanding your family, a thriving business. No one wants to be stuck in a place of not having. This episode sheds light on why we get stuck and a trusted way to break the logjam so you can turn what you want into something you have. It’s simple. And it works. Fast.---To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.c...2021-11-1215 minShine with Mary ObanaGoodbye Fear041—Did you know that fear is connected to every negative emotion? Anger, frustration, worry, jealousy, insecurity… the list goes on. There are two pieces of good news here. First, if you can let go of the fear, you can let go of negative emotions. Second, fear is a creation of the mind. And YOU have full control of your mind, which means you have complete control of fear.Take a listen to this episode. And say goodbye to fear forever.----To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:2021-10-2925 minShine with Mary ObanaA Journey to Hypnotherapy—An Interview with Kannary Keo040—Is there something that you keep bumping up against in your life? Maybe it's an inability to reach your goal weight or to find the relationship of your dreams. Perhaps it's a fear of flying or the anxiety you feel when in a big crowd. Maybe the type of success you've always wanted has continued to elude you. Why does this happen? Even more, how can you break the cycle?Listen to Mary’s conversation with hypnotherapist Kannary Keo. This episode offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of hypnotherapy and the benefits of tapping into the subc...2021-10-1535 minShine with Mary ObanaResistance—Let It Go039—Why is it that we can want something so badly but not get it? Why do things come more easily for some than others? Is this a matter of luck or something else?There IS a reason, and understanding it can change your life. The things we want—a more comfortable lifestyle, love, health, connection, peace, financial stability, joy, answers—are ours for the taking IF we create a path—the path of least resistance.RESISTANCE is what stands in the way of everything we want, and the forms it comes in may surprise...2021-10-0119 minShine with Mary ObanaTransitioning—Love Never Ends038—As we grow and love, we inevitably face those moments when we are confronted with mortality, that of a loved one or our very own. Mary discusses our soul’s journey, what to consider as you or a loved one transitions from this life, the power of connection, and love. Mary also pays tribute to a trailblazer in her community who is in the midst of it all.---To learn more about having Mary connect you to a passed loved one, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo...2021-09-1716 minShine with Mary ObanaThe Power of Acceptance037—What do you do when you are confronted with something you don’t like? Maybe it’s an unwanted situation, a decision that you disagree with, shocking news. When every ounce of our mind and body wants to reject it, resist it. Deny it. Fight it. Change it.In this episode, learn about the power of acceptance—acceptance of the situation, acceptance of ourselves, acceptance of others, what acceptance is, and what it isn’t.Are you in the midst of something challenging right now? Take a listen. The path forward always begins with acceptance.----2021-09-0321 minShine with Mary ObanaChange—A Transition to Something More036—How do you feel about change? Do you invite it in or fear it? Either way, it’s difficult to avoid. Change always comes. Listen as Mary discusses why change can feel uncomfortable for so many of us and shares a way to think about it that can "change" everything. Change isn't something to fear; it's a transition to something more. You might soon be welcoming it with open arms! ----For more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the Wor...2021-08-2016 min