Send us a text Part 2 is here! 💕 This week on Being Mary, we’re talking about connection, home, and embracing new adventures — because aging isn’t about slowing down, it’s about showing up differently. Let’s keep walking, laughing, and growing — together. 🎧 Tune in now to Aging & Thriving, Part 2. Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@maryvdb

Send us a text New episode is up! This week, I’m diving into Part 1 of Aging & Thriving — how to stay healthy, find new purpose, and keep your independence strong. Retirement isn’t the end — it’s a new beginning. Come age with me — the best is still ahead. 💫 🎧 Listen now on Being Mary. Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@maryvdb

Send us a text This week’s episode of Being Mary is a special one — a reflection as I turn 69. It’s been a year of growth, loss, laughter, and new beginnings. From publishing my memoir to launching this podcast, from road trips and friendships to moments of deep reflection — 68 taught me a lot about resilience and gratitude. I share why these conversations mean so much to me, and how each episode helps me live a little braver and love a little deeper. Here’s to embracing life — all of it — as...

Send us a text Some mornings I sit with my coffee and wonder… is this it? Retirement is supposed to be the best years of our lives, but what do we really do with them? That’s why I started my new podcast Yes, I Can!—a celebration of saying yes to life at any age. 💕 Episode 1 is out now—come join me as we talk about purpose, adventure, and living fully—because if I can, so can you. 🎧 Listen here 👉 Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram...

Send us a text "Today’s episode of Being Mary is for the outsiders—the deep feelers, the ones who never quite fit in. 💫 Your strangeness isn’t a flaw—it’s your gift. Listen now!" Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@maryvdb

Send us a text “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://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@maryvdb

Send us a text "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 the church, to the shocking realization that what she thought was her spiritual home was actually a cult. She...

Send us a text 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! Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https:/...

Send us a text 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/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@maryvdb

Send us a text 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 weight. It’s not about looking a certain way. It’s about feeling better—right now. This one ...

Send us a text ✨ 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://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeingMaryVDB https://www.tiktok.com/@ma...

Send us a text 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 https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ https://www.youtube...

Send us a text 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 www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmaryvdb https://www.instagram.com/beingmaryvdb/ h...

Send us a text 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 alone. Let’s talk about it. Support the show www.beingmary.ca https://www.facebook.com/beingmar...

Send us a text 👂 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 someone who struggles to hear, this episode is for you. Let’s take the stigma out of hearing loss and le...

Send us a text 🌳✨ 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 a tree beneath your hand, and breathing in the air they’ve made just for you. Even a short walk can r...

Send us a text 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 everything (but still need your Wi-Fi), and why “doing your best” is more than enough. ✨Spoile...

Send us a text 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. #BeingMaryPodcast #LifeLessons #DonateBlood #HollyButcher #Gratitude #LiveFully Support the show www.beingmary.ca ...

Send us a text “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 and thought, "This isn’t what I thought it would be..." — this one’s for you. 💬💔💡 🎧 Tune in wherever you l...

Send us a text ✨ 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. 📦🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: What am I still holding onto—and am I finally ready to let it ...