
Being Mary
Mary Johnson Van Den Berge is a "wear your heart on your sleeve" kind of woman, an unapologetic bookworm, and an online shopping champion. She devours murder mysteries in every form — whether in books or podcasts — with an enthusiasm that surprises even herself. Raised on a farm near St. Marys in Southwestern Ontario, she now calls Petrolia home, nestled in Ontario’s scenic “banana belt.”
Mary is a proud advocate for women’s rights and believes deeply in the power of honest conversation. On her podcast, she creates a safe and open space for women to explore the emotional layers of life—through candid conversations about relationships, identity, healing, motherhood, and more. It’s not just her story anymore—it’s all of ours.
Being Mary
Healing Journey with Reiki
I’m so excited to share this deeply meaningful conversation with someone who has been a guiding light on my healing journey—Erin Graham McArthur. Erin is a Holy Fire Reiki Master, reflexologist, meditation creator, and a beautiful soul who brings heart, wisdom, and authenticity to everything she does.
We sat down together (with tea, of course ☕) and talked about:
✨ How Erin found her purpose through healing work
✨ What Holy Fire Reiki really is—and how it differs from traditional Reiki
✨ Navigating doubt, skeptics, and staying true to your calling
✨ Kids, Autism, and creating inclusive spaces for healing
✨ The power of guided meditation—and Erin’s beautiful work on the Insight Timer App
This episode is an invitation to anyone who’s curious about energy healing, looking for peace, or just wondering: What if there’s more to this life than stress and survival?
🕊️ Whether you’re new to meditation or already on your path, you’ll want to hear this.
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