Shine Through
Shine Through is a reflective podcast about life after disruption and the quiet work of becoming who you are next.
Hosted by Lauren Marie, the show explores identity shifts, relationships, faith, motherhood, rebuilding, and the seasons that follow major life changes. With warmth, humor, and honesty, Lauren shares personal reflections and conversations about healing, growth, and learning to live forward without rushing the process.
Formerly known as Grab Your Light, Shine Through continues the story beyond survival and into embodiment, clarity, and the courage to keep going. This is a space for women navigating change who want depth, perspective, and a reminder that light doesn’t disappear; it evolves.
Shine Through
S1 E8: Breakups, Sisterhood, and Perspective (with Lesley)
In this episode of Grab Your Light, Lauren is joined by her sister, Lesley, for the podcast’s first guest conversation. Together, they reflect on breakups from different angles by sharing stories, humor, and perspective as they close out the portion of Season 1 focused on the immediate aftermath of relationship endings.
Their conversation explores experiences with breakups across different stages of life, the emotional differences between being the one who leaves and the one who is left, and the routines and coping mechanisms that emerge during times of heartache. They also touch on the role of emotional intelligence, family influence, and the lessons passed down from their mother.
This episode offers a softer, relational pause, reminding listeners that perspective, connection, and laughter can coexist with grief.
Connect with Lesley
IG: @for__lesley
Connect with me:
Email: Lauren@ItsLaurenMarie.com
IG: @imlaurenmarie
Website: itslaurenmarie.com