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Finding Your Cape - The Podcast

41 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

You deserve to achieve greatness, even when it looks nothing like you imagined as a kid. At the age of 33, best-selling author and former journalist, Mare McHale, became a widow, losing her husband to suicide. In an instant, she found herself the single mum of her beautiful son Thomas, born with special needs. Through extensive self-work, Mare climbed back on her feet, tripling her business, garnering close to two million views on her YouTube channel and winning entrepreneurial awards. In ‘Finding Your Cape’, Mare outlines exactly how she found her secret weapon that catapulted her healing. You too will gain the tools and confidence to find your own cape through a series of exercise as Mare shares her story, at times funny, embarrassing, touching and always vulnerable. Life tests our aerodynamics, but with your own cape, you will learn to fly into the wind with your head held high.

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Your Dreams Matter

December 29, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MB

  MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.   Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://tinyurl.com/yy4xtvfo Waterstones: https://tinyurl.com/y5gmkuxb Booktopia: https://tinyurl.com/y5rgrtdj Audible: https://tinyurl.com/y4wnyv94 Scribd: http...

Talking to a Therapist

December 22, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MB

Today I am speaking with Olivia Sullivan, a therapist and social worker. We were inundated with questions and requests to cover the difficult topic of toxic relationships. Please know that this episode is not a replacement for therapy or help, but meant to be an educational look at the topic.  Olivia Sullivan: https://www.kineticcounselling.com MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere bo...

When Not All Is Jolly & Bright

December 15, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Today I am answering your questions about the tough times during the holiday season.  MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.   Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://tinyurl.com/yy4xtvfo Waterstones: https://tinyurl.com/y5gmkuxb Booktopia:...

Life on the Radio

December 08, 2021 10:00 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MB

Today I am welcoming my friend and former radio show co-host Randy Farmer! We reflect on our time on the radio together and share some behind the scenes fun.  MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook. Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://tinyurl....

You Won't Always Feel This Way

December 01, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MB

In today’s episode we are talking to Nicola Salter direct from Los Angeles, preparing us to bid 2021 goodbye and usher in 2022.    Nicola: @nicolasalter_loves_life How to Decode Your Emotions Course: https://bit.ly/3rn0uoc Aromatherapy Apothecary Course: https://bit.ly/3Dgle3u     MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and ...

Stress on Stress

November 24, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

Today Mare is offering her thoughts on current stress and what is helping her in the moment.   MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook. Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://tinyurl.com/yy4xtvfo Waterstones: https://tinyurl.com/y5gmkuxb Boo...

Reframing Our Sleep

November 17, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MB

Today we are talking with Sleep Expert Nicole Shallow. She's answering your questions on sleep, tips on how to get more rest and sharing the importance of sleep. MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.   Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://t...

Ask Mare

November 10, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MB

Today Mare is answering YOUR questions! BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook. Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes and Noble: https://tinyurl.com/yy4xtvfo Waterstones: https://tinyurl.com/y5gmkuxb Booktopia: https://tinyurl.com/y5rgrtdj Audible: https://tiny...

Your Size Does Not Equal Your Worth

November 03, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 85 MB

Today we welcome Rylee McKinlay, a yoga instructor, movement leader, and mental health advocate who has recovered from an eating disorder. She is passionate about dismantling diet culture and helping people to develop healthier relationships with their bodies, food and exercise.   Resources: Kelty mental health website (resources for parents, caregivers, and children & youth): https://keltymentalhealth.ca/ NEDA (National Institute of Eating Disorders) website (info on eating disorders,...

What's Been Helping Me

October 27, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

Today I am sharing what has been helping me get through the last year, especially when I am feeling low or exhausted. I hope these tips help and I'd love to know what helps you!    MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.   Amazon worldwide: https://tinyurl.com/y2zz9zhm Indigo: https://tinyurl.com/y5q6h5a3 Barnes...

Where I've Been - Welcome Back!

October 20, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MB

Hello Again! Welcome to SEASON THREE of the podcast! I definitely did not anticipate taking almost an entire year off of the podcast, but here we are and I am so happy to be back. In today's episode I just hit record and did a stream of consciousness vibe, explaining where I've been and teasing this season.  So happy to be back!  MY BOOK: Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. I...

You Are Worthy (Chapters 23 & 24)

December 09, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.  Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia  Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia  Finding Your Cape If you enjoy...

Tribes Can't Be Forced (Chapters 21 & 22)

December 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.  Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia  Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia  Finding Your Cape If you enjoy...

A Secret Antidote to Bad Days (Chapters 19 & 20)

November 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

Take Action to Let Go (Chapters 17 & 18)

November 18, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

The Unwanted Houseguest (Chapters 15 & 16)

November 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 99 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

You Do You (Chapters 13 & 14)

November 04, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

Do Some Sh*t (Chapters 11 & 12)

October 28, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

Give it Six Months (Chapters 9 & 10)

October 21, 2020 10:30 - 1 hour - 112 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

Disclaimer: It's Not Here (Chapters 7 & 8)

October 14, 2020 07:30 - 1 hour - 96 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare   Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cap...

I've Never Talked About This (Chapters 5 & 6)

October 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.  Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia    Finding Your Cape If y...

My Dad & My Mareathoners (Chapters 3 & 4)

September 30, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MB

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Receive 10% off online counselling here: https://www.betterhelp.com/redheadmare Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.    Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia    Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia  Finding Your Cape If y...

Prepare to Propel (Chapters 1 & 2)

September 23, 2020 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73 MB

Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books are sold. It’s available in paperback, digital and audiobook.  Amazon worldwide Indigo Barnes and Noble Waterstones Booktopia  Audible Scribd Apple Audiobook Booktopia  Finding Your Cape Playlist I listened to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kVI621fZug If you enjoy today’s episode, please share it with someone you think ...

Season Two is Coming!

September 16, 2020 19:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

We are back baby! Today I am thrilled to share with you the teaser episode for Season Two of Finding Your Cape. This whole season is tailored around my best-selling book of the same name, and every episode has a very special guest: a Mareathoner! I can't wait to share this incredibly special season with you, with new episodes coming out every Wednesday. Finding Your Cape - How to Course Correct and Achieve Greatness When Things Don’t Go As Planned is available internationally anywhere books ...

Tiny Wins in a Pandemic

July 29, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MB

Parenting is no joke on the best of terms but throw in a pandemic? It's been challenging to say the least! Parents everywhere are struggling and there are so many unknowns. Today I wanted to share how my nine year old son Thomas and I have been doing. This single mum used to find a weekend long! It's now been four and a half months since he was in school and it's been trying to put it mildly. BUT we have had some tiny wins lately and I have pivoted my mindset.  If you enjoy today’s episode...

I'm Not Less Than - Autumn Farr of Toi Magazine

July 22, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55 MB

Today I am excited to share with you my interview with Toi Magazine Editor-In-Chief Autumn Farr. We talk about how she started the magazine and how she has pivoted in this time of COVID-19. We also talk about being a black businesswoman and what the Black Lives Matter movement means for her business. I loved chatted with Autumn and can't wait for you to meet her!  Toi Magazine If you enjoy today’s episode, please share it with someone you think will find it helpful. Also, please take a s...

How To Be Mentally Strong

July 15, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MB

Being mentally strong is a challenge for all of us at one point or another and it seems many of us are struggling in 2020. Can you blame us? In today's episode I am sharing how I work on my mental strength AND also sharing what YOU do. You're not alone in feeling like this year has been a whirlwind and I hope these tips help you.  If you enjoy today’s episode, please share it with someone you think will find it helpful. Also, please take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram and tag ...

My Alter-Ego & How She Can Help You Through Anything

July 08, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MB

Today I am introducing you to an alter-ego of mine and one of the most popular aspects of my book, Finding Your Cape. She's Tough Love Mare and she doesn't come out very often. Today I am sharing with you how she helps me get through tough times and achieve more than I ever could have dreamt.  If you enjoyed today’s episode, please share it with someone you think will find it helpful. Also, please take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram and tag me - @redheadmare. I will share your...

Halfway Through 2020 - Things That Have Helped Me

July 01, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MB

Can you believe that today marks six months since the beginning of 2020? We are officially halfway through this year that none of us will soon forget. I thought I would spend this episode reflecting on the things I learned during quarantine and the things that have helped me. What has helped you? Let me know!  If you enjoy today’s episode, please share it with someone you think will find it helpful. Also, please take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram and tag me - @redheadmare. I ...

She Took a Sign from the Universe & Turned it Into SIX Books!

June 24, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

Today we have a very special guest on the podcast, children's book author Jessica Williams. Jessica has written and self-published 6 picture books since she started in 2018.  Her whole childhood was filled with books which lead to a love of reading and storytelling as an adult.  Her first book, Mama’s Cloud was named to Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Books for 2018 and received a Kirkus Starred Review. Her latest book, Sleeping Brilliant, came out yesterday and for the first time, she's also illu...

Dealing With People Judging How I Grieve - Advice From a Widow

June 17, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

“I became a widow at the age of 33, three years ago, and today I am answering your questions about grief. Since sharing my grief journey online, basically in real time, I have been inundated with messages from people all over the world wondering if they are alone. When it comes down to it, we all want to know that our feelings are valid and that we aren’t alone in them. You aren’t. I will tell  you that right now. No matter your situation, you are not alone.” - Mare McHale If you enjoy tod...

Racism: A Black Woman Shares Her Story

June 03, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

I am honoured to interview Samantha Jane today on the show. She's a successful Canadian CEO of her own company with more than 12 million views on YouTube. As a black woman living in Toronto, Samantha has become publicly vocal over the past week about racism, her experience, and what's currently happening in both the USA and Canada. She's taking the time today to answer my questions and as a woman with white privilege, I am here to learn how to best be an ally. I've been educating myself and ...

A Widow at 33

May 27, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

Today I am opening up about becoming a widow at the age of 33. I am also revealing how I am feeling three years later as we amp up to the anniversary of his passing in June. I have received so many questions about grief and today I am answering one about why the second year is so much harder than the first.  Grief affects all of us, no matter who we are and I hope that by being honest about my experience, it helps you in your journey or helps you support someone else.  http://www.mareath...

How I Organized My Weekly Stressful 'To Do' Into Something Simple & Zen

May 20, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Do you have a running to do list that is never-ending? You cross one thing off, only to add another three? This has been me for years! I love crossing items off a list and this is the only way for me to keep track of what I need to accomplish from laundry to business meetings and everything in between. But recently, after being inspired by a book we read in the MareReads Book Club, I made one shift and it's been a total game changer! I can't wait to share this with you today. oxox Mare Com...

Sleep Solutions That Changed My Life

May 13, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MB

My son Thomas used to be up at 2am, sometimes, for the day. Sleep deprivation was becoming a real issue in our house and no matter what I tried, nothing worked. For years I was told that because he is on the Autism spectrum, this was "normal" and "to be expected".  Finally, exhausted and not willing to accept that this would be our lives forever, I sought help. Everyone at one point or another has suffered with sleep issues, and they affect people of all ages. Today I am honoured to share my...

Rearranging to Find Joy

May 06, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

In today's episode I am sharing something I have done since I was a little girl, and the psychology behind why it actually does make me happy. It's free, you can do it regardless of what size your home is and I do it multiple times a year. I have definitely done this many times since being at home for the past seven weeks due to COVID-19.  What am I talking about? Rearranging your home decor and furniture to liven up the energy inside! Trust me, it definitely brings joy.  Buy Finding You...

Dating a Widow (Meet the Unicorn)

April 29, 2020 07:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

Today I am excited to share with you the first interview on the podcast! I'd like to introduce you to my partner, who I fondly refer to as the Unicorn. He's answering your questions and there are so many from dating a widow, to being vegan to meeting each other's kids. My face hurt from smiling so much as we recorded this!  Join the Mareathoner FB Group: https://tinyurl.com/ybwaaqpb Finding Your Cape: http://www.findingyourcapebook.com  

The Best Dating Advice

April 22, 2020 11:53 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

Dating in your mid-thirties is no easy feat! The last time I dated, online dating was taboo and no one was really doing it. Fast forward to 2018 when I had to learn all about Bumble and Tinder and Match, swiping, ghosting and more! In today's episode, I go into how I decided to start dating again. I also share the one piece of dating advice that I stuck to as my mantra that helped me find a partner. Wanna hear my Tinder bio? *Cringe!* It's in here today too!  Find me everywhere: @redheadma...

2. Think of it as a Happiness Menu

April 13, 2020 23:25 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

One of the best things about eating out is pouring over the menu, looking at the delicious options at your fingertips.  What if you thought of the things you do to boost your mood and overall health in a similar way? In today's episode Mare is coming to us on Day 30 of self isolation and she's talking all about the tiny habits that are making a huge difference. She explains how she is approaching taking care of herself, especially in this incredibly weird and scary time.   Instead of b...

1. Let Me Introduce Myself

April 03, 2020 22:37 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

In today's episode Mare is introducing herself and giving you the backstory on how this podcast came to be! She's recording it in the comfort of her bedroom closet...things don't get more real than that! Learn all about her career and what experiences led to her recording with a microphone in her closet. She introduces us to her best-selling book of the same name as well.  Welcome to Finding Your Cape - The Podcast. Every Wednesday best-selling author and former journalist Mare McHale will...

Introducing Finding Your Cape - The Podcast

April 02, 2020 18:55 - 5 minutes - 7.15 MB

Welcome to Finding Your Cape - The Podcast. Every Wednesday best-selling author and former journalist Mare McHale will release a new episode. We can all agree that life doesn't always go as planned and every week Mare will be providing actionable advice on how to pivot and course correct to live a life of greatness. She will be drawing on her own life experience as well as interviewing the experts.  http://www.mareathoner.com http://www.findingyourcape.com