Selam Sis

Mary Tilahun
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Welcome to "Selam", a bold and unfiltered podcast where no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Mary Tilahun, a Sudanese-Ethiopian millennial, this space is all about real conversations that empower women. Selam—meaning peace in Arabic and Amharic—reflects its heart: open dialogue, connection, and growth. From faith and friendships to culture, love, marriage, motherhood, and career, we explore the layers of modern womanhood. My mission? To help women identify and embrace the power in their voice. Join the conversation... Selam, Sis!

  1. 3D AGO

    You’re Not Failing… You’re Being Rebuilt

    Starting over can feel like failure, but what if it’s actually God’s way of preparing you for something greater? In this episode, I open up about my own season of starting again, the hidden weight of unresolved patterns, and how God uses these moments to realign us with who we’re truly called to be. If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or behind… this message will meet you right where you are.

    21 min

  2. JAN 5

    Starting Over, Quietly.

    Starting over isn’t always loud, dramatic, or obvious. In this episode, I explore the quiet, internal work of rebuilding your life with honesty, intuition, and intention. From trusting yourself again to balancing motherhood and self-growth, this is a conversation about growth that doesn’t need an audience..just clarity, courage, and consistency.

    20 min

  3. 09/15/2025

    Sacred Boundaries: Learning to Say No Without Guilt

    Saying “no” isn’t always easy—but it’s one of the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves. In this episode, I open up about the journey of learning to set boundaries, finding your voice, and speaking your truth with grace, love, and courage.

    21 min

  4. 08/25/2025

    From Brokenness to Boldness: Reclaiming My Voice & Power

    In this episode of Selam, I share my journey from silence to strength, from brokenness to boldness. Growing up in the Ethiopian and Sudanese community, I learned to quietly exist, but adulthood showed me the cost of silence—decisions I made for others, relationships I said yes to that I shouldn’t have, and the impact of never feeling truly seen. Now, as a mother and a woman stepping into my God-given power, I reflect on reclaiming my voice, trusting my instincts, and saying no when it matters. This episode is raw, real, and a call to action: your voice matters, your story matters, and your presence is powerful, sis.

    19 min

  5. 08/04/2025

    Identity, Faith & Finding Fulfillment at 30

    As I approach 30, I’ve been reflecting deeply on identity, purpose, and the woman I’m becoming. In this raw and faith-rooted episode, I open up about evolving beyond survival mode, aligning with God’s calling, and evaluating the people and spaces shaping my growth. If you’ve ever felt lost in your roles, disconnected from your calling, or just ready to evolve.. this one’s for you.

    14 min

  6. 07/15/2025

    Running on Empty: The Quiet Exhaustion We Don’t Talk About

    This episode is a soft confession for the women who feel like their benevolence is running low. For the moms, wives, and nurturers who are tired..not because they’re ungrateful, but because they’ve been pouring endlessly. I talk about the quiet distance I’ve felt from God lately, the weight of daily routine, and the ache of missing myself. No shame. Just honesty. If you’ve been carrying more than you speak of, this one’s for you 🩷

    11 min

  7. 06/14/2025

    Becoming Her: Self-Care in the Season of Motherhood and Marriage

    Becoming a wife and a mother can be beautifully transformative..but where do you go when you start to lose sight of you? In this honest, soul-stirring episode, Mary opens up about the sacred tension between pouring into your family and refilling your own cup. From late-night identity checks to learning how to say “yes” to herself again, Mary invites listeners into a conversation on faith, boundaries, and the power of self-care in the thick of it all. This one’s for the woman who's been everything for everyone...except herself.

    17 min

  8. 06/13/2025

    Forgiving Myself (Part Two of the Forgiveness Series)

    In this deeply personal episode, Mary shares the raw and sacred journey of learning to forgive herself. After recently walking through the heartbreak of a miscarriage, she opens up about the conviction, healing, and grace that have met her in this season. Part two of the Forgiveness Series explores what it means to release guilt, own your past, and embrace God's mercy...layer by layer. This is an invitation to heal from the inside out.

    16 min
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Welcome to "Selam", a bold and unfiltered podcast where no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Mary Tilahun, a Sudanese-Ethiopian millennial, this space is all about real conversations that empower women. Selam—meaning peace in Arabic and Amharic—reflects its heart: open dialogue, connection, and growth. From faith and friendships to culture, love, marriage, motherhood, and career, we explore the layers of modern womanhood. My mission? To help women identify and embrace the power in their voice. Join the conversation... Selam, Sis!

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  • Creator
    Mary Tilahun
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mary Tilahun
  • Show Website
    Selam Sis