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.
About the host:
Shannon Mary is a coach and advisor to entrepreneurs and companies doing awesome things. Her work is rooted in the belief that most of what’s broken in our world comes from people leading from a survival brain state, and that self-awareness is how we change that. When we learn to recognise and shift our brain state, we access calm, creativity, and emotional steadiness. From that place, we lead differently, love more deeply, and create the kind of change the world needs most.
#13: The Power of Knowing Your Brain State (Especially When Everything Falls Apart)
The host reflects on a transformative six-month break, sharing insights on navigating friendship endings and burnout by returning to a centered brain state.
31 May 2025
#12: Beyond Love & Light: The Path to Authentic Manifestation
Host discusses authentic manifestation, explaining how past conditioning and brain states influence creation, and emphasizing the importance of working with the nervous system.
3 May 2025
#11: Healed People Heal People: Purpose, Leadership, and the Power of Emotional Regulation with Dr Pepe Marais
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 shape our greatest contributions. We discuss why true leaders...
21 Apr 2025
The Blind Spot in Most Coaching Methods
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 awareness can help you regulate in the moment, shift out of ...
2 Apr 2025
Why I Won’t Let My Child Watch "Adolescence" – A Perspective on Emotional Readiness
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 might be more appropriate for adults than young teens, and how we...
19 Mar 2025
How to Stop Fighting and Start Communicating: Conflict Resolution for Couples
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 just survival brain responses on loop. I’ll walk you through ...
27 Feb 2025
Byron Katie and Brain State Awareness Walk into a Bar...
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 to question those sticky, repetitive thoughts that pull us int...
11 Feb 2025
How Brain State Awareness Unlocks True Intuition
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 you start recognising where you’re operating from, everything...
28 Jan 2025
Taming the Dragons: How Psilocybin Reveals & Heals
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, forgiveness. We speak openly about how these journeys offer a unique kind of spa...
15 Jan 2025
Choosing a Word for the Year: The Power of Intentional Living
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 – especially if you’re in a season of transition, searching for balance...
13 Dec 2024
Shifting Brain States for a Calm and Connected Holiday
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 during hectic or emotional times), and how recognising your c...
26 Nov 2024
Karla Pretorius on Reimagining ADHD & the Magic of Neurodiversity
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 about the stigma around labels, the beauty of embracing your own ...
19 Nov 2024
What’s in a Name?
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 deeper insight, clarity, and connection. Let’s talk about what i...
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