RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1 -- Rendered At Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:44:37 +0000 Under The Beautiful Banyan https://redcircle.com/shows/under-the-beautiful-banyan en-US All rights reserved. Marea Michele 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! a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1 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!

]]> episodic no Marea Michele mareamichele@yahoo.com no full PROOF OF LIFE | Foster Mother Blues PROOF OF LIFE | Foster Mother Blues Marea Michele #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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]]> <p><span>#personalalignment #investedalignment #fyp #selfawareness #personaldevelopment </span></p><p><span>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&#39;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.</span></p><p><span>#fosterparent #fostercare #sisterhood</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>INVESTED Alignment Focus: Trust — understanding non-contingent love.</span></p><p><span>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</span></p><p><span>===================================================</span></p><p><span>&#34;🌱 Ready to explore your own alignment? </span></p><p><span>Get your ALIGNMENT PACK BUNDLE here!: https://mareamichele.com/bundle/&#34;</span></p><p><span>====================================================</span></p><p><span>CONNECT WITH ME</span></p><p><span>=======================</span></p><p><span>Listen to Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/3Ix4Qna</span></p><p><span>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</span></p><p><span>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </span></p><p><span>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</span></p><p><span>INVESTED Alignment Framework: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/g6apznbcaZY</span></p><p><span>Beautiful Banyan Backstory: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/MbvCkKhvD90</span></p><p><span>=======================</span></p><p><span>This video is NOT sponsored.</span></p><p><span>Music by CreatorMix.com</span></p><p><span>Stock Video &amp; Images by Pexels</span></p> d2770277-67d9-4db5-83c0-d46631375c06 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/65b6e7d9-8483-45d9-b52a-da6a0c211762 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:00:54 +0000 1274 no full PROOF OF LIFE | A Love That Jumps Off The Page PROOF OF LIFE | A Love That Jumps Off The Page Marea Michele 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.


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]]> <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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&#39;s struggles helped her find healing and #selflove. </p><p><br></p><p>This #selfimprovement journey also touches on the importance of #emotionalhealing and #healing, showcasing how #selfawareness can lead to greater understanding and #selfacceptance.</p><p><br></p><p>INVESTED Alignment Focus: Emotional Intelligence — seeing love through a new lens.</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</p><p>===================================================</p><p><strong>🌱 Ready to explore your own alignment? </strong></p><p><strong>Get your ALIGNMENT PACK BUNDLE here!: https://mareamichele.com/bundle/</strong></p><p>====================================================</p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT WITH ME</p><p>=======================</p><p>Listen to Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/3Ix4Qna</p><p>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</p><p>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </p><p>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</p><p>INVESTED Alignment Framework: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/g6apznbcaZY</p><p>Beautiful Banyan Backstory: ➡︎ https://youtu.be/MbvCkKhvD90</p> fd656db1-61b5-4692-b509-f76f6f79fbb9 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/cef737dc-9898-4387-b295-ef729c300948 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:11:34 +0000 1486 no full PROOF OF LIFE | Michigan Elite Teens PROOF OF LIFE | Michigan Elite Teens Marea Michele 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!


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]]> <p>In this episode, I share:</p><p>• How hard work and values impacted my self-esteem</p><p>• What door-to-door selling taught me about value and prosperity</p><p><br></p><p>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!</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</p><p>===================================================</p><p>Get your copy of the books Connect-It SELF and LOVERS here!: https://mareamichele.com/product-category/books/</p><p>====================================================</p><p>CONNECT WITH ME</p><p>=======================</p><p>Listen to Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast: ➡︎ https://bit.ly/3Ix4Qna</p><p>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</p><p>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </p><p>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</p><p>=======================</p><p>This video is NOT sponsored.</p><p>Music by CreatorMix.com</p><p>Stock video &amp; images by Pexels</p><p>==============================</p> 0816e83d-5bb9-447f-995c-c2eebea766c3 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/31faa5ec-4870-485b-98d0-5c060636b7c7 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:08 +0000 1556 no full PROOF OF LIFE | Food Stamps & Submarine Sandwiches PROOF OF LIFE | Food Stamps & Submarine Sandwiches 2 1 Marea Michele #personalalignment #investedalignment #accountability #selfawareness #personaldevelopment #rejection

Feeling Rejected? Do this before you give up! This story is about what rejection, what it taught me at an early age, and how I assign meaning to it. In this episode, I share how detaching from outcomes created freedom and clarity.


If you've ever questioned your value because of a no, someone else’s response, or rejection, this episode is for you.


💬 What’s the first “no” that shaped how you saw yourself? Let me know in the comments — your story might free somebody else.

Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!


🌱 Want to get into alignment? Start with the Connect-It Series — especially the book called SELF with 120 questions to guide you into deeper awareness and freedom.

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]]> <p>#personalalignment #investedalignment #accountability #selfawareness #personaldevelopment #rejection</p><p>Feeling Rejected? Do this before you give up! This story is about what rejection, what it taught me at an early age, and how I assign meaning to it. In this episode, I share how detaching from outcomes created freedom and clarity. </p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;ve ever questioned your value because of a no, someone else’s response, or rejection, this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>💬 What’s the first “no” that shaped how you saw yourself? Let me know in the comments — your story might free somebody else.</p><p>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</p><p><br></p><p>🌱 Want to get into alignment? Start with the Connect-It Series — especially the book called SELF with 120 questions to guide you into deeper awareness and freedom.</p><p>===================================================</p><p>Get your copy of the books Connect-It SELF and LOVERS here!: https://mareamichele.com/product-category/books/</p><p>====================================================</p><p>CONNECT WITH ME</p><p>=======================</p><p>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</p><p>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </p><p>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</p><p>=======================</p><p>This video is NOT sponsored.</p><p>Music by CreatorMix.com</p> 35b680ed-66b4-42ae-bc89-ce0d4e573c12 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/5c1ee6d1-2ad7-4d3c-9841-aaadcf3f99c8 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:06 +0000 853 no full PROOF OF LIFE | Satin Dolls PROOF OF LIFE | Satin Dolls 1 1 Marea Michele My mother and sister definitely got this one wrong! In the very first episode of Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast, I take you on a journey of hope, disappointment and self-awareness!

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]]> <p><span>My mother and sister definitely got this one wrong! In the very first episode of Under The Beautiful Banyan Podcast, I take you on a journey of hope, disappointment and self-awareness!</span></p><p><span>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</span></p><p><span><span></span>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</span></p><p>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </p><p>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</p> 25f5e001-2a2c-4538-baaf-be4879912561 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/c3192ca4-e7c2-4e46-9007-50587ef72c20 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 01:52:40 +0000 1017 no bonus Under The Beautiful Banyan | INVESTED Alignment Trailer Under The Beautiful Banyan | INVESTED Alignment Trailer Marea Michele In this special episode, we dive deep into the INVESTED Alignment framework—the eight pillars that will help you grow with purpose and clarity. We’ll unpack:

  • Interest & Intelligence: How to spark your curiosity and leverage your unique gifts.
  • Net-Worth: Why recognizing your inherent value is the first step to confident living.
  • Values: The non-negotiables that guide every decision you make.
  • Emotional Intelligence: Tools for understanding and managing your feelings, so they don’t manage you.
  • Self-Awareness: Strategies to get brutally honest (and kind) with yourself.
  • Trust: Building faith in God, in others, and—most importantly—in your own journey.
  • Evolution: Embracing change as the only constant worth celebrating.
  • Direction: Crafting a clear roadmap that aligns your daily actions with your biggest dreams.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with one simple “seed” to plant in each area—so you can start growing in alignment today. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to INVEST in the life you were meant to live.


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]]> <p>In this special episode, we dive deep into the INVESTED Alignment framework—the eight pillars that will help you grow with purpose and clarity. We’ll unpack:</p><ul><li><strong>Interest &amp; Intelligence</strong>: How to spark your curiosity and leverage your unique gifts.</li><li><strong>Net-Worth</strong>: Why recognizing your inherent value is the first step to confident living.</li><li><strong>Values</strong>: The non-negotiables that guide every decision you make.</li><li><strong>Emotional Intelligence</strong>: Tools for understanding and managing your feelings, so they don’t manage you.</li><li><strong>Self-Awareness</strong>: Strategies to get brutally honest (and kind) with yourself.</li><li><strong>Trust</strong>: Building faith in God, in others, and—most importantly—in your own journey.</li><li><strong>Evolution</strong>: Embracing change as the only constant worth celebrating.</li><li><strong>Direction</strong>: Crafting a clear roadmap that aligns your daily actions with your biggest dreams.</li></ul><p>By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with one simple “seed” to plant in each area—so you can start growing in alignment today. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to INVEST in the life you were meant to live.</p><p><br></p><p><span>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</span></p><p><span>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </span></p><p><span>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</span></p> 5e15d846-149c-4f75-8794-083975b34a67 https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/0d19fb67-2562-42f2-b46d-7bc8a70e87bb Wed, 09 Jul 2025 01:40:45 +0000 602 no trailer Under The Beautiful Banyan Trailer Under The Beautiful Banyan Trailer Marea Michele In this trailer, get a sneak peek at Under The Beautiful Banyan—your go-to podcast for uplifting stories and spiritual insights. Life’s messy, beautiful, and constantly changing—and so are we. Whether you need a dose of hope, a nudge toward self-trust, or a faith boost, you’re covered...Under The Beautiful Banyan

Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!


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]]> <p>In this trailer, get a sneak peek at Under The Beautiful Banyan—your go-to podcast for uplifting stories and spiritual insights. Life’s messy, beautiful, and constantly changing—and so are we. Whether you need a dose of hope, a nudge toward self-trust, or a faith boost, you’re covered...Under The Beautiful Banyan</p><p>Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!</p><p><br></p><p><span>Website: ➡︎ https://mareamichele.com</span></p><p><span>Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@mareamichele?lang=enIG: </span></p><p><span>Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/mareamichele/</span></p> cfc5e4f3-a68f-4f6c-9ce4-93c6b30f722d https://redcircle.com/shows/a600267d-cafe-44f5-881b-16e973a949c1/episodes/c582542c-1fd4-4862-814a-b1955fac64d8 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 01:11:32 +0000 147 no