Shine with Mary Obana

067—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 and truth, for sharing what I need to know today to stay aligned with my highest good.”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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

066—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.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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about Mary's work with The Food Whisperers, please visit:thefoodwhisperers.com

065—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 you truly love. It's pretending to be someone you think society wants you to be, but you know it's not who you really are.Honoring and being who you truly are is the only path to peace.Listen to this episode. There's a message in it for everyone.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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

064—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 Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

063—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. The Power of Now, Eckhart TolleA Guide to Spiritual Enlightenmenthttps://rb.gy/rngvpAsk and It Is Given, Esther and Jerry HicksLearning to Manifest Your Desireshttps://rb.gy/jp50yConversations with God, Neale Donald WalschAn Uncommon Dialoguehttps://rb.gy/0msxdJourney of Souls, Michael Newton, PhDCase Studies of Life Between Liveshttps://rb.gy/wmzdoSoul Survivor, Bruce and Andrea LeiningerThe Reincarnation of a World War II Fighter Pilothttps://rb.gy/9vbsc Into the Magic Shop, James R. Doty, MDA Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Hearthttps://rb.gy/gksbiTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

062—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 number1: You are ONE2: Intuition3: Expansion4: Resolve5: Change6: Balance7: Restoration and Magic8: “True” Abundance9: Wake Up & Let Go0: Infinite PossibilityYour Personal Number“You are not alone. You've got this! Keep going with what is in your heart. TRUST IT.”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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

061—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 it works. And the best thing is that feeling good in a moment can affect how you feel all the time.Listen and share this episode with someone you think can benefit from it so they can feel good, too!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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

060—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 Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

059—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 Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

058—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. This is a story of how trauma can lead to triumph, and an inspiring example of how leading with trust brings out the good in everyone.----Contact Allison Dittmer at:Email: AlDitty@gmail.comUniting for Ukraine for refugee sponsorship information https://www.uscis.gov/ukraineAccommodation, Help & Shelter for Ukraine Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699929631375624/NPR Interview: Ukrainian Couple Arrives to Park City to Big Community Welcomehttps://www.kpcw.org/park-city/2022-11-10/ukrainian-couple-arrives-in-park-city-to-big-community-welcomeBook: "The Happiest Man on Earth: The Beautiful Life of an Auschwitz Survivor" by Eddie Jakuhttps://www.amazon.com/Happiest-Man-Earth-Eddie-Jaku-ebook/dp/B087423FC7To 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

057—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.----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

056—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 this episode, Mary helps us understand what is going on, so we can live our lives with the joy and peace we desire. ---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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

055—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 what is likely going on and how you can get back to feeling good again because you CAN. Don't miss this episode!---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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly about Awakening Coaching or to  receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

054—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: anniehalldale@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.annedale.netTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

053—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.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

052—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 your connection to it all! This is an illuminating and fun episode, even for the more skeptical at heart, opening you to the magic of the Universe. ----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

051—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.-----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

050—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 contact Mary, email her at:mary@maryobana.comTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

049—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. It will change your perspective and make you feel better!---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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

048—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 Episode: "The Elephant Whisperer" by Lawrence AnthonyTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

047—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: What it is, what happens when we live without it, and how bringing it into your life can change everything.This is an episode of awakening!---To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website: maryobana.com To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit: maryobana.com/private-reading For more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit: maryobana.com/amazon To contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at: mary@maryobana.com Follow her: Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobana

046—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 live.---To learn more about Scituate Salt Cave, visit:www.ScituateSaltCave.comTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobanaClubhouse @maryobana

045—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 stranger in the hopes it sets in motion a wave of human kindness.----For more about Josh Yandt, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIHtuKc3Gjg.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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobanaClubhouse @maryobana 

044—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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobanaClubhouse @maryobana

043—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 want to miss this one. ----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobanaClubhouse @maryobana

042—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.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryLinkedIn @maryobanaClubhouse @maryobana

041—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:maryobana.comTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

040—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 subconscious mind. Kannary's life story also illustrates how our experiences have a way of leading us to our work, the way we uniquely contribute to the world.-----To learn more about hypnotherapist Kannary Keo, visit www.AlohaWellness.LifeTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

039—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 you.   Learn what resistance looks like so you can remove the obstacles that stand in the way of everything you want. It may be simpler than you think.---To access Episode 017: Negative and Positive Thinking: https://www.maryobana.com/episode017To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:https://www.maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:https://www.maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:https://www.maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

038—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 learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

037—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.----For more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana 

036—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 World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

035—We all have something special within us, a light we are meant to find and share. But it can be easy to overlook or discount that which is so much a part of us. Listen as Mary re-releases an interview from 2020 with a dear college friend, Mary Dungan Caprio, who shares how her cancer diagnosis and finding her light helped her find the fulfillment she had wanted her whole life: the ability to connect with those she loves without expectation, only to share love, happiness, joy, and laughter.Mary Caprio lost her fight with cancer just weeks ago. In an updated introduction and closing message, Mary pays tribute to her friend and shares the lessons she left us about love and life.----For more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

034—You know that feeling, don't you? When things aren't happening as quickly as you want,  when you are eager to get to that place, wherever or whatever that might be. Then, before you know it, feelings of doubt can creep in.   What are we to do?  Listen to Mary as she gives us a whole new way to understand what's going on and what we are to do when we find ourselves there. A time when we are feeling impatient may be an invitation guiding us to something more. The value of patience.---For more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

033—Do you feel guilty or fear the consequences of saying no? Do you squirm at the idea of confrontation? Does the thought of someone disliking you make you anxious? When people quiet their voice and compromise their desires to avoid the discomfort of others' disapproval, it can lead to frustration and resentment. You need not live this way.Listen as Mary covers what people-pleasing is, what it isn't, and how to work it out of your life so you can make room for YOU.---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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

032—Do you ever feel worry, anxiety, doubt, guilt, regret, fear? What if you could go to a place that would immediately take all those unwanted feelings away and replace them with joy and peace?  Want to go?Take a listen to this episode. Relief is closer than you think.-----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

031—After the previous episode, "Well-Being Part 1," you identified what your signature strengths are and learned the common misconceptions about the things that will bring us genuine joy and fulfillment.In this episode, Mary shares the proven strategies to amp up your well-being, including the ways you can put your signature strengths to work. Now that you know what yours are, you will understand exactly why they're so essential to your well-being.This is the money episode! Don't miss it!------Check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast, "The Happiness Lab."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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

030—We all want to live our best life, but the things we think will make us happy aren't necessarily what ultimately does. Listen as Mary shares Part 1 of what she learned from The Science of Well-Being course taught by Yale University professor Dr. Laurie Santos. In this episode, learn the things that steer us wrong and a way for you to discover your very own signature character strengths through a free, online, scientifically validated tool.--------Link to the Character Strength Survey:maryobana.com/VIATo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

029—Our energy affects everything, including the attitude we bring to every situation. Listen as Mary interviews Life Design Coach Jeanine Mouchawar. Jeanine discusses the power of understanding the type of energy you show up with and how she uses Energy Assessment as a foundational tool for her Life Coaching practice, a purpose-driven vocation she was drawn to after experiencing its benefits in her own life. Stay tuned; Jeanine offers listeners a unique opportunity to experience Energy Assessment first-hand.To learn more about Jeanine’s work or to contact her directly:Follow her on Instagram @jeaninemouchawarEmail her at jeanine@jeaninemouchawar.comVisit her website at www.jeaninemouchawar.com-----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

028—What if you had a Magic List of the specific foods, obscure ingredients, and products that your body does not like?  Do you have chronic stomach issues? Fatigue? Joint pain? Have you gone from one doctor to the next, test after test, without any answers? This can be frustrating and discouraging.  Sometimes, this can result from your body's reaction to what you are eating and the products you are using, but where to begin? Do you eliminate everything? How long will this take to get to the answers?  Listen as Mary shares how she was able to pinpoint the specific foods and ingredients that were contributing to her son's health issues, like a Magic List. Eliminating these items has changed his life. Each person has their own list; it's unique to each one of us. If you or someone you know is struggling to feel better, this may just help.------If you are interested in having Mary help you, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo read Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World," visit:maryobana.com/amazonFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

027—Do you have a lot on your mind right now? We all have times in our lives when we feel stressed, worried, or anxious. Why do we feel this way and how can we manage it?In this episode, Mary helps us understand that we have more control than we think over the way we feel and provides encouragement, a fresh perspective, and practical tools so you can feel better. -----The Emotional Guidance Scale (Abraham Hicks)1. Joy / Appreciation / Empowered / Freedom / Love2. Passion3. Enthusiasm/Eagerness/Happiness4. Positive Expectation/Belief5. Optimism6. Hopefulness7. Satisfaction – Contentment8. Boredom9. Pessimism10. Frustration/Irritation/Impatience11. Overwhelmed12. Disappointment13. Doubt14. Worry15. Blame16. Discouragement17. Anger18. Revenge19. Hatred/Rage20. Jealousy21. Insecurity/Guilt/Unworthiness22. Fear/Grief/Depression/Despair/PowerlessnessTo 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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

026—Do you ever wonder what you should be doing? Do you spend hours vacillating between options, worried that you'll make the wrong decision? Here's the great news. You have guidance that is ready to serve you, ready with the answers that are right for you. It is always accessible if you pay attention. Listen to Mary as she explains all about the guidance that is available to you, the forms it can take, and the  5 things to keep in mind when you are connecting to that guidance. Everyone can do it, including YOU! ----To contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobanaTo read Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.com

025—In this episode, Mary returns to the subject of Shine, her little book with a big message: you have been given a beautiful light, a gift you are to discover and share with the world. Finding your light is a path to who you are meant to be. Listen to this episode to remember why finding your light is so important, and what we can do as parents to help our children find theirs. -----To order Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamaryClubhouse @maryobana

024—Do you know that you are meant to live with complete joy? What is joy anyway? Is it the same as happiness? If you want to learn about living joyfully, take a listen to this short, but sweet episode. Mary presents a perspective on how to think about joy and how to get more of it in your life. You are meant to live joyfully always. And you can. It's a choice. Don't live another day without it!-----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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

023—After a tragic accident that would take the life of her 11-year-old daughter and leave her 9-year-old son fighting for his life, Terece Horton returns to the Shine podcast to discuss the debut of her memoir, "Rebecca's Gift."A few years after the fateful accident, Terece started writing to capture all the signs, symbols, and messages that continued to guide her toward her healing. The beginning of this book would sit in a box, unopened for over 20 years. In this interview, Terece shares the unexpected motivation she received to finish and share her story. And, so she did.Rebecca's Gift is a story of a mother's love for her lost daughter, her devotion to her son, and her process of healing. But even more, the story delivers the beautiful, hopeful, message we all must learn: after loss, love goes on. And with that knowledge, we are compelled to go on, too.You won't want to miss this episode.-----To learn more about "Rebecca's Gift," visit:https://amzn.to/2LRJC6DTo receive messages from your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

022—You are MEANT to have full joy, complete fulfillment, pure love and peace. This is your destiny! But we don’t always have it. And not having it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re ungrateful for what you do have, it’s just the acknowledgment that there’s something you’d love in your life that doesn’t currently exist.Maybe it’s feeling more joyful. Maybe what you are doing isn’t as fulfilling as it used to be. Maybe you’ve dreamed of doing something you haven’t yet done. Mary shares 5 things that often keep us from getting what we want so they no longer stand in your way. Take a listen so the change you want and are meant to have in your life can make its way into your life.To connect directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo listen to Episode 005: Tragic Loss Turned to Love, Hope and Purpose—An Interview with Terece Hortonhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1087070/4067657To learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

021—If you have something you want to bring into your life, something you are eager to manifest, and things aren't materializing as quickly as you would like, take a listen.Mary shares the 3 things you have to know while you are manifesting: 1. Perspective so you "trust through the ebbing"; 2. Understanding what you truly want; and 3. How you treat yourself along the wayShe also shares some very personal examples of her own journey to illustrate how these things apply to everyday life. Practical, relevant, and applicable. A must-listen for anyone who is working toward something they want.-------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/private-readingFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

020—Did you know that you have a unique vibrational frequency? Your frequency fluctuates and correlates directly to the way you feel, both emotionally and physically.And here's the exciting news: you can CONTROL it! Listen as Mary interviews Jessica Andrade, author of the "High Vibe Guide: Understanding and Managing Your Frequency" as she shares the practical things you can do to affect your frequency and feel better every day. Jessica also shares how her book came to be and how putting aside her fear of judgment allowed her to step into her light and shine brightly.You'll enjoy it!-----To check out Jessica Andrade's book "High Vibe Guide" on Amazon, visit:https://amzn.to/3nhjnDpFollow her on Instagram:@Jessica_Andrade_35To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book "Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World", visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

019—The mic turns and Mary is the one being interviewed in this episode as a guest on Valeria Teles Koopman's podcast, "The Quest for Well-Being."Listen as Mary answers questions about purpose, what finding your light means, life after death, connecting to your inner guidance, abundance, her life's hardest lesson, and what she knows to be true, amongst others.---To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor gift certificates for private readings visit:maryobana.com/giftsTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World, visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

018—So be honest, do you have thoughts running through your mind of all the things you should do and chastise yourself for not being better? Do you see what others are doing and get frustrated with yourself when things don’t come to you as easily?In this episode, Mary gives us a way to think about all of this, to understand—without judgment or criticism—what is really going on and implores us to show ourselves the kindness and compassion we so freely give to others, but seldom offer ourselves. A balm for the soul!-----To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor gift certificates for private readings visit:maryobana.com/giftsTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World, visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary

017—According to the National Science Foundation, the average person has upwards of 60,000 thoughts per day. And 80% are negative! How does this affect us?Learn what negative thinking can do to our brains and to our lives. What happens when we think negative thoughts? Can you control them? Why is it important? Once you hear this episode, you'll realize that changing your thoughts can change your life.----To learn more about having Mary connect you directly to your own spiritual guidance, visit:maryobana.com/private-readingFor gift certificates for private readings visit:maryobana.com/giftsTo learn more about Mary Obana, visit her website:maryobana.comFor more information about Mary's book Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine on the World, visit:maryobana.com/amazonTo contact Mary directly or get added to receive her newsletter, please email her at:mary@maryobana.comFollow her:Facebook @maryobana.shineInstagram @obanamary