Shannon Mary’s Blog

As Ubuntu Baba approaches it's 10th birthday on Feb 13 2025, I wanted to share some exciting news... After nearly a decade of building, growing, and leading Ubuntu Baba, I officially handed the business over…

I've just finished listening to a fascinating podcast episode from Tim Ferriss with Dr. Bruce Greyson, an expert on near-death experiences (NDEs). Their conversation opened my mind to new ways of understanding both the brain…

Yelling often feels like it comes out of nowhere. One moment you’re holding it together, and the next, words are flying out at high speed and volume. Later, regret settles in, leaving you wondering why…

Why Do We Fall into People-Pleasing? At some point in our lives, many of us develop behaviours aimed at avoiding conflict, rejection, or discomfort. Often, these habits stem from early experiences where we felt powerless,…

Why NeuroEmotional Coaching is the Missing Piece in Emotional Growth Traditional therapies have paved the way for millions of people across the world to process past experiences, understand their emotions, and find relief from deep-seated…

I’ve been reflecting on where I am in life right now, what 'My Personal Commandments' have become, and why I even have them. I often have this anxiety around not being able to do enough…

Speaking to the Survival, Emotional, and Executive Brain In the world of NeuroEmotional Coaching, one of the most powerful tools we can use to navigate our internal landscape and guide others through theirs is language.…

On Fridays I like to sit outside and do nothing for at least one hour. No phone. No music. No podcast. No book. No yoga. Just sitting, maybe some tea or a smoothie. I just…

Ask any parent what their biggest wish is for their kid... Majority of the answers will be, "as long as they're happy, I'm happy." This points to the biggest misconception we have in society, that…

Have you ever found yourself reacting to a stressful situation with anger, anxiety, or a complete shutdown? If so, you’ve experienced the power of your survival brain at work. This part of our brain is…