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Under The Beautiful Banyan

Under The Beautiful Banyan

Written by: Marea Michele
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Welcome to Under the Beautiful Banyan, a podcast that weaves together heartfelt stories from life's journey—moments of heartbreak triumph, trust, and transformation. Highlighting important lessons in growth, resilience, faith, and healing. Through these stories, I hope to inspire you to trust in yourself, God and your journey. To embrace change, and gather the tools needed to be in alignment with everything that is for your highest good.

Each episode, I’ll invite you to join me under the metaphorical branches of the magnificent banyan tree. My hope is that you’ll not only gather some new tools to heal and grow but also be encouraged to reflect on your own journey and the lessons within it, because we all carry stories that can inspire, uplift and be of support to others.

The ultimate symbol of connection, the banyan tree in what looks like a forest of trees, is actually one tree with an extensive network of roots and branches that all originate from one host dropping seeds that have germinated causing other branches and roots to grow creatively and uniquely in all different directions. In many cultures, the banyan tree is a symbol of strength, shared wisdom, shelter, and community. It’s a common gathering spot of introspection, where stories are shared, elders provide guidance and communities come together.

My belief is that we are all banyan trees dropping seeds. Join me as we explore the beauty of life's lessons and together, create a community where every story becomes a source of inspiration, and every lesson a guidepost on the path to a more aligned, more fulfilled life. Dropping supportive seeds for those in our Tribes, our community and in the world while expanding the banyan tree for those who will sit up under it, after us.


I’ll see you…Under the Beautiful Banyan!

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Episodes
  • PROOF OF LIFE | Foster Mother Blues

    PROOF OF LIFE | Foster Mother Blues
    Aug 6 2025

    #personalalignment #investedalignment #fyp #selfawareness #personaldevelopment

    In this emotional and inspiring video, I share my personal story of surviving foster care with my sister by my side. From the challenges we faced to the triumphs we achieved, I open up about our journey and the unbreakable bond that helped us get through even the toughest of times. If you're someone who has gone through the foster care system or knows someone who has, this video is for you. Get ready to be inspired by our story of resilience, hope, and the power of sibling love.

    #fosterparent #fostercare #sisterhood


    INVESTED Alignment Focus: Trust — understanding non-contingent love.

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    INVESTED Alignment Framework: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/g6apznbcaZY

    Beautiful Banyan Backstory: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/MbvCkKhvD90

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    Music by CreatorMix.com

    Stock Video & Images by Pexels
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    21 mins
  • PROOF OF LIFE | A Love That Jumps Off The Page

    PROOF OF LIFE | A Love That Jumps Off The Page
    Jul 29 2025

    Mother-daughter love can be complicated, especially when it doesn’t look like what we expect. I always knew my mother loved me… but reading through her old letters, I saw that love in a way I had never recognized before.


    In this episode, the speaker shares her personal journey about her difficult relationship with her mother, reflecting on her childhood spent in foster and group homes. She discusses how understanding her mother's struggles helped her find healing and #selflove.


    This #selfimprovement journey also touches on the importance of #emotionalhealing and #healing, showcasing how #selfawareness can lead to greater understanding and #selfacceptance.


    INVESTED Alignment Focus: Emotional Intelligence — seeing love through a new lens.


    Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!

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    🌱 Ready to explore your own alignment?

    Get your ALIGNMENT PACK BUNDLE here!: https://mareamichele.com/bundle/

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    CONNECT WITH ME

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    Listen to Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/3Ix4Qna

    Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com

    Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG:

    Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/

    INVESTED Alignment Framework: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/g6apznbcaZY

    Beautiful Banyan Backstory: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/MbvCkKhvD90
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    25 mins
  • PROOF OF LIFE | Michigan Elite Teens

    PROOF OF LIFE | Michigan Elite Teens
    Jul 22 2025

    In this episode, I share:

    • How hard work and values impacted my self-esteem

    • What door-to-door selling taught me about value and prosperity


    What was your first job or hustle as a teen? Drop your story in the comments I’d love to hear how it shaped you!


    Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!

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    Get your copy of the books Connect-It SELF and LOVERS here!: https://mareamichele.com/product-category/books/

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    CONNECT WITH ME

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    Listen to Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/3Ix4Qna

    Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com

    Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG:

    Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/

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    This video is NOT sponsored.

    Music by CreatorMix.com

    Stock video & images by Pexels

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    26 mins
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