Life is full of transformative moments – those “magical portals” that shift timelines, fast-track our growth, and completely redefine the path we’re on. This podcast is for the deep thinkers, creatives, and leaders who want to meet life’s challenges with curiosity, courage, and compassion. I’m Shannon Mary, a NeuroEmotional Coach with The Center for Emotional Education, and in each episode, I’ll take you into the hidden worlds within our emotions – sharing how being present with what we feel can unlock powerful self-awareness, healing, and connection. I weave together personal stories, neuroscience insights, and my experiences supporting others (and myself) through expanded states of consciousness – including plant medicine journeys. If you’re feeling the call to shift your perspective, make bold moves, or simply understand yourself on a deeper level, you’re in the right place. This space is grounded, expansive, and here to help you navigate the emotional and unseen forces shaping your life.
Most of what we hear about manifesting is all about love, light, and positive thinking - but that’s only part of the picture. In this solo episode of Exploring Magical Portals, I share why true manifesting means turning towards the shadows as much as the light.
Drawing on Michael Beckwith’s four states of consciousness - to me, by me, through me, as me - I explore how our past conditioning and brain states shape what we’re able to c...
This episode is an invitation to rethink how much of your attention is truly devoted to living on purpose – in your personal growth, your business or career, and your deeper life’s purpose – and to consider how lasting transformation starts within.
I sit down with my friend and purpose-driven leader Dr Pepe Marais on Exploring Magical Portals to explore the unseen forces behind real impact – and how our early emotional wounds often ...
In this episode, I’m answering one of the most common questions I get: What exactly is NeuroEmotional Coaching?
I’ll walk you through what I do as a coach, how this work differs from other forms of coaching or therapy, and why understanding your brain states – Survival, Emotional, and Executive – is the missing piece for so many people who feel stuck in looping patterns, emotional reactivity, or burnout.
You’ll learn how brain state ...
In this episode, I’m sharing my raw, in-the-moment thoughts after watching the Netflix mini-series Adolescence – a gripping and controversial show that’s sparked a lot of conversation among parents around the world.
As a NeuroEmotional Coach – and a parent – I couldn’t help but think about the emotional impact of this kind of media on developing nervous systems. While the show is powerful and thought-provoking, I explore why it migh...
Do happy couples fight? Or is there another way to handle conflict that doesn’t leave you feeling disconnected or defeated? In this episode, I’m diving into the real dynamics behind relationship arguments – and why some couples seem to spiral while others manage to stay connected, even through tough conversations.
We’ll explore how brain states play a huge role in how we show up during conflict, and why so many arguments are really ...
What do Byron Katie’s four questions and brain state awareness have in common? In this episode, I’m connecting the dots between these two powerful tools – and showing you how they can work together to completely shift how you think, feel, and respond to life.
Following on from last week’s episode about how brain state awareness helps you tap into true intuition, I dive deeper into the practical side – using Byron Katie’s framework t...
In this episode, I’m unpacking something we all wrestle with – that little voice in your head. Is it your intuition? Or is it fear dressed up as guidance? The key to knowing the difference lies in understanding which brain state you’re in when that voice shows up.
I’ll walk you through the three brain states – Executive, Emotional, and Survival – and how each one shapes your thoughts, your emotions, and the decisions you make. Once ...
In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend "Gwen" (a pseudonym she’s chosen for privacy), a plant medicine facilitator with a beautiful depth of experience. We talk about the healing power of psilocybin journeys – and Gwen shares some truly powerful stories, including her most recent experience exploring what she calls the “realm of dragons,” where she met parts of herself wrapped in ego, fear, and ultimately, forgiven...
In this episode, I’m sharing one of the simplest yet most powerful practices I come back to every year – choosing a word for the year. It’s something I’ve done for a long time now, and it never fails to bring me clarity, direction, and a deeper connection to what really matters.
I’ll walk you through why this practice works, how it’s shaped my own life over the years, and some gentle, practical ways you can find your word – especial...
In this episode, I’m diving into one of my favourite topics – the neuroscience of feeling stuck. I’ll walk you through the brain-state model developed by Dr Becky Bailey and explain how understanding the three key brain states – Survival, Emotional, and Executive – can help you move from chaos to clarity in your everyday life.
I share why so many of us get caught in patterns of overwhelm, procrastination, or frustration (especially ...
In this episode, I’m joined by my very first guest – the incredible Karla Pretorius, a psychotherapist and specialist in ADHD and autism. We dive into the world of neurodiversity and explore how these traits, often misunderstood, can actually be magical portals to creativity, deep thinking, and powerful problem-solving.
Karla shares her personal experience with ADHD and what she’s learned through years of clinical work. We talk abou...
In this very first episode of Exploring Magical Portals, I’m sharing the inspiration behind the name and why it means so much to me. I’ll take you behind the scenes of my own healing journey – the lessons I’ve learned through NeuroEmotional Coaching, and the tiny, powerful moments of presence I’ve had with my son that have changed everything. We’ll explore how your feelings are more than just passing states – they’re gateways to de...
Joyce Sapp, 76; Bryan Herrera, 16; and Laurance Webb, 32—three Miami residents whose lives were stolen in brutal, unsolved homicides. Cold Case Files: Miami follows award‑winning radio host and City of Miami Police reserve officer Enrique Santos as he partners with the department’s Cold Case Homicide Unit, determined family members, and the advocates who spend their lives fighting for justice for the victims who can no longer fight for themselves.
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Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.
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