Exploring Magical Portals

In this episode of Exploring Magical Portals, Shannon Mary delves into the neuroscience of feeling stuck and the brain states that shape our daily lives. From survival mode to emotional processing and executive functioning, Shannon explains the groundbreaking brain-state model developed by Dr Becky Bailey and shares how understanding these states can unlock a path to clarity, peace, and productivity.Shannon reflects on why so many of us struggle with overwhelm, procrastination, and frustration, especially during chaotic times. She provides practical strategies for identifying brain states in ourselves and others and offers tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and compassion.Highlights include:The three brain states: survival, emotional, and executive—and how they impact our ability to function.How to recognise when someone is stuck and the best way to support them.Simple, actionable ways to tend to your own brain state for greater calm and clarity.With the holiday season approaching, Shannon shares insights on managing emotional and survival triggers during social gatherings, family dynamics, and everyday stress. Tune in for an empowering guide to understanding your brain and finding flow in a world of chaos.This episode may include adult language. Listener discretion is advised.Dive deeper into the magic of emotions and transformation by following the podcast for new episodes. Got questions or insights to share? Email me at [email protected] Follow on Insta: @ShannonMaryMac Subscribe to my newsletter

In this episode, Shannon Mary dives into the fascinating world of neurodiversity with her very first guest, Karla Pretorius, a psychotherapist and specialist in ADHD and autism. Together, they explore how neurodiverse traits can be reimagined as magical portals to creativity, problem-solving, and personal empowerment.Shannon reflects on the beauty of embracing individuality, the stigma around labels like ADHD, and how understanding brain states can transform how we navigate emotions. Karla shares her personal journey with ADHD, insights from her clinical work, and strategies for turning neurodivergent challenges into strengths.Join this thought-provoking conversation to discover the power of curiosity, the importance of tailored systems, and how we can learn from one another to create environments where everyone thrives. Whether you’re neurodiverse or simply curious about how we think and feel, this episode is packed with valuable insights.Highlights include:The concept of alexithymia and why some neurodivergent individuals describe feelings through body sensations.Brain-state-specific strategies for emotional regulation and self-advocacy.Why curiosity is the key to understanding and supporting neurodiverse individuals.Tune in to uncover new ways to view yourself, others, and the world around you.Dive deeper into the magic of emotions and transformation by following the podcast for new episodes. Got questions or insights to share? Email me at [email protected] Follow on Insta: @ShannonMaryMac Subscribe to my newsletter

In the premiere episode, Shannon Mary shares the inspiration behind the name Exploring Magical Portals. She reflects on the profound lessons learned from her NeuroEmotional Coaching journey, her own healing experiences, and the small yet powerful moments of staying present with her son’s emotions. Tune in to discover why your feelings are gateways to deeper insights, how they shape your emotional landscape, and what it means to hold space for yourself and others.Dive deeper into the magic of emotions and transformation by following the podcast for new episodes. Got questions or insights to share? Email me at [email protected] Follow on Insta: @ShannonMaryMac Subscribe to my newsletter