I was listening to this at the beginning of my day and I was about to pass on it, but she started talking about mudras, in which I have a new found interest, then she slowly segued into an ad for ‘Better Health’! Nothing against Better Health and I know podcasts need ad revenue, but to put it in the middle of the podcast just as you are winding down and ready for the meditation?? I guess they think this is a creative way to get the audience to listen to an ad, but it’s actually a good way to get your audience not to come back! This tactic has made me leave a lot of podcasts that had potential. I also think the presenter uses an affected, overly cheery voice. I prefer a more natural conversational tone.

I used to listen to this daily and it was so useful during difficult times. I’m so disappointed that the majority of the podcast is now talking about her app… she always advertised it but now it is the majority of her podcast. I understand this is her revenue but be up front that you are no longer offering free daily meditations.

I’ve found this podcast to be just what works for me. Mary’s voice is soothing and content of what she shares is relevant. Thank you thank you~

Really uncomfortable how loud the ads are and how they basically cause the opposite of the effect I want to feel when I’m meditating.

Too much talking and not enough meditation in the sessions.

What an amazing podcast! I’ve always wanted to start meditating, but never knew how to even begin. My mind is always on go mode so I was always worried that I wouldn’t be able to meditate if I couldn’t shut off my thoughts and being guided through each episode has taken the pressure off of meditating for me. Mary takes the time to educate me as well, which has been the golden egg of meditating. I begin each morning with her daily guided meditation. It really sets the tone for my day and my week!

I really want to give this podcast 5 stars, but the loud ad at the start of each episode is so jarring

Are you kidding me? Ads are so loud I jumped off the bed. While her voice is at 0.01dB, the ads are like at 100. And meditation is 4 min, the rest is just her yapping. Literally the worst.

I just found this show and have been doing the 7 day challenge. Day 5 helped me so much. Thank you for sharing this amazing show.

I like it, I actually listen for the most part, but it’s really only 5-3 minutes of meditation and more talking before hand. Oh and the commercials a startling!!!

Just right when you need it most

There is a jolt once the meditation ends and a commercial begins. When the commercial starts the volume goes way up. It’s very loud, and it seems to me counterproductive for meditation. I don’t know if this is specific to this meditation podcast or it happens on others but if there’s anyway you could control the commercial volume that will keep me listening otherwise I’m not going to listen

Thank you for dedicating the time to produce this daily podcast. The messaging is well done.

It was really great and then a super loud Macy’s ad started yelling in my ears

I have ADHD and this is great for winding down or for those moments of overstimulation 👍

Geeeze!

Sorry but, I liked listening to your show and its very soothing but when the loud ads pop up it ruins the whole mediation.

I love Mary’s calm voice and I’m happy for all her success with this podcast and her app, Sip and Om. I did enjoy this podcast for a while as it helped me achieve some level of calm to my day. The main issue is the ads and some misleading titles on episodes. For example, you’re 8 minutes into a 15 minute “meditation” episode of Mary rambling on about how you’re going to meditate in the episode, products and services to sign up for, and then at the tail end, your actual 5 minute meditation with music which can be distracting. Why all the prefacing? Cut to the chase.

I’ve been using this podcast for my daily meditation for almost two years now and I’ve loved it and would recommend to anyone but lately I’ll just say my only complaint is these new ads… please don’t put ads in the middle of the podcast.. I’m in the zone and then a loud add interrupts me! Please put at beginning or end!! :) also seems like no actual meditation lately accompanied wth talking

I have adhd so I struggle to fall asleep or just calm myself down so I use this podcast cast to calm myself down at school when I feel overwhelmed or when I’m trying to fall asleep. Thank you💗💗💗

These meditation series are amazing! The topics are enlightening and calming. Thank you Mary M.! You have taught me much about wisdom throughout the ages! Your loving support of my efforts and so encouraging! Please, continue this important work! Yoli in California

I prefer the premium meditations on the slumber app and affirmation pod by Josie Ong. This podcast you talk to much, its to quiet and not enough meditation

I love learning about different ideologies and having a weekly focus, but so much of the podcast is an adfor the app that it’s about two minutes of meditation before it pops me into another podcast. I was also disappointed to hear her say to visit her social media pages for a picture of today’s mudra but those pages haven’t been updated since July.

So I'm new to meditation, so I tried to find a meditation podcast I liked. A LOT of other podcasts just do normal talking, and I cannot stand that, it doesn't really get me into a calm mood, and I always wear headphones while meditating so then I can hear, and I have no clue why people com0lain about the whispering, I know people have their opinion and stuff, but my opinion is that whispering is calming. And let me tell you, when I found this podcast, I was like "wow, her whispering is calming, I love the ambiance, and it helps me calm down, this is really nice!" Which is what I'm looking for in a meditation podcast. 5 stars! This is the best way for me to calm down. ¡Que tengas un buen año!

To say this podcast helped me is an understatement. I’ve never been able to meditate, but after I had my first panic attack I needed to repair my mind and foster a healthy relationship with it. This podcast gave me that help, and continues to give me hope. Thank you for what you do. ❤️🙏

Thank you for a beautiful podcast. Your podcast is apart of my everyday life. You are doing such a good service for humanity.

It's a great morning ritual to start of day listening to these podcast. This one is a bit differnt than others that I listen to in that it has weekly theme and each day of the week, the podcast focuses on a different practice for that theme. For example the weeks theme could be: Self-care, How to be Happier, Healing, etc.

Really enjoy listening to these each morning before starting my day. I like to pair an episode with the breathing/reflect app on my iPhone. I usually do 5 minutes of each while listening to an episode to feel grounded and focused before I begin work. With the different themes each week, I learn from topics I wasn’t expecting to, while challenging myself to grow in meditation practices. This podcast is worth slowing down for.

i was going through a really hard time lately and i have felt a lot of stress from friendship issues and school. when i clicked the play button it felt like i entered a whole new world of peacefulness. i definitely recommend this podcast. also her voice is so calming <3

The whispering is so annoying, it’s like a tickle in your ear, even when you speed the podcast rate up. I wanted to listen to it as seemed it could beneficial, but I cannot endure her whispering. I wish she would reconsider not whispering and you can’t even hear her on maximum volume. Whispering is not necessary for a meditation podcast.

Can’t hear it at max volume she’s whispering

The lady has a calming voice 👍

I have been listening to this podcast for years and enjoy it most right before bed. I don’t get to meditate often but this podcast has become a huge part of my sleep routine and I’m so thankful. I also like to listen in my car after a stressful day at work as a quick way to reset myself before I take on the rest of my day. Your voice and positivity are so soothing, thank you for what you do!

I love the daily meditation podcast. It is a short but daily moment to pause and meditate which makes it manageable to stick with for years. Mary’s voice is soothing and she is always open and encouraging those who listen to be guided by their own needs and work within themselves to create more awareness of their thoughts. Thank you Mary for your continued work on this podcast.

Mary’s voice is very peaceful and I enjoy the layout of this show, wisdoms, affirmations, meditation. It’s short, perfect for the morning. I feel peaceful and grounded afterwards. Thank you for this podcast Mary & friends. A light in a dark time - so very needed.

I can hear her mouth sounds and nonstop chatter

Mary has such a kind voice that helps me relax. Her topics are relevant, thought provoking, and very helpful. These podcasts are short so I can squeeze them in each day. In addition I love the building on a theme that helps you dive deeper into a subject snd reflect. Thanks for an awesome meditation podcast!

Been a listener for years and I find slowly the host spends less time on meditation and more and more time on ads. The latest episode I listened to was 2/3 ads and talking with only 1/3 meditation, mind you it was only about 9 minutes long..

Mary, thank you very much for the gift of your extensive knowledge on meditation techniques and practice. I learn something knew from you with every meditation. Two of my favorite practices you incorporate in your weekly meditation are the Mudras and breathing techniques. I also enjoy the books you have shared with us and look forward to adding more to my collection. Your meditation sessions have brought me much peace and a relaxed state of being. Blessings to you and yours for the gifts of your time and knowledge. Namaste, Maria

I’m so glad I found this podcast. I have listened to many meditation podcasts and some are great and some are not. But this podcast is helpful, useful, pleasant and has a calming and guiding method I really love. I like the gentle instructions and her lilting and reassuring voice. Don’t change a thing!

When I was a lad I ate four dozen E G G S every morning to help me get L. A R. G. E. and now that I’m grown I eat 5 dozen E G G S so I’m roughly the size of a B. A. A. A. A. A. A. R G E

At only 11 minutes long, I found myself listening to a sponsor plug at 6 minutes, and an Instagram plug at 8 minutes. Super hard to be centered for this meditation when I get sales pitches smack in the middle. This would be a great podcast if all that stuff was done in the first minute.

12 minute meditation with 7 minutes of yapping before the meditation starts.

Really love the podcast. I’ve been starting my day with it. Your voice is truly wonderful ❤️ I’ve struggled with depression most of my life and so I’m trying to head it off first thing when I wake up. I find this really helpful. You’re doing such important work.😎

A delightful mindful cooldown podcast with ads free and no subscription required.

I am grateful you created this podcast These topics help me reveal and pull things up within my life while allowing me to be relaxed and show compassion to myself

To much talk before the meditation actually starts just get right in to it it would be a better meditation podcast

I’m new to managing anxiety and practicing meditation — this podcast has helped infuse a daily practice that is manageable and sustainable. I learn something new each day! Thank you, Mary.

The perfect daily companion to taking better care of myself.

This podcast is a little gem that brightens every day. Such a delight to listen to Mary and to relax along with her wonderful show. Thank you!!!