Light Within by Aura

Why do so many relationships fall apart just when they should be getting stronger? Why does love feel so hard after kids or when the same conflicts keep repeating? In this episode, Dr. Joshua Coleman— renowned psychologist, best-selling author, and one of the leading experts on marriage, parenting, and family estrangement— shares what truly makes or breaks long-term love. You’ll learn why happines...

We're joined by Dr. Thema Bryant— former president of the American Psychological Association, host of The Homecoming Podcast , and one of the world’s most influential voices on trauma and healing. For decades, Dr. Thema has helped millions around the globe recover from their past and step into lives of empowerment and purpose. In our conversation, she reveals how unhealed trauma quietly shapes the...

True belonging isn’t found in blending in— it’s discovered in the freedom of being fully yourself. In this powerful conversation, Ritu Bhasin, global speaker, award-winning author, and #1 self-empowerment coach, reveals how to stop performing for approval and start living authentically. You’ll discover how self-belonging creates deeper connection, why trauma lives in the body, and practical tools...

This episode will change the way you think about success, healing, and what it really means to find peace. This week on Light Within , Andy Johns— a former Silicon Valley executive who helped shape Facebook, Twitter, and Wealthfront— shares why he walked away from a life most people only dream of. After years of pushing through panic attacks and breakdowns, Andy decided enough was enough. He chose...

This episode will change the way you understand your mind. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Dan Siegel— UCLA psychiatrist, bestselling author of Mindsight and The Whole-Brain Child , and a pioneer in the field of interpersonal neurobiology. His work has redefined how millions think about the mind, healing, and human connection, and has been studied everywhere from classrooms to the Vatican. He explains...

Many of us have been told to “just be yourself.” But what does that actually mean? Today, we’re joined by Dr. Serena Chen — a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley and one of the world’s leading researchers on identity, the self, and authenticity. Dr. Chen's core insight is simple and freeing: you don’t have one “real” self. We all show different sides of ourselves— at work, with friends, and at...

This episode will change the way you live your life. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Neha Sangwan— physician, burnout expert, and bestselling author of Powered by Me. Dr. Neha has spent decades helping people break free from burnout and build lives that truly feel like their own. In this conversation, she explains why so many of us chase approval at the cost of health— and how honoring our true feeling...

This episode will change the way you think about your childhood. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California’s first Surgeon General, pediatrician, and author of The Deepest Well. Her groundbreaking work on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) has transformed how millions understand health, trauma, and resilience. She breaks down how childhood experiences can shape your brain, body,...

This episode will completely change how you understand your brain. We’re joined by Dr. Jeff Karp— a Harvard & MIT professor, world-renowned biomedical engineer, and founder of the Karp Lab, where his medical breakthroughs have led to the launch of over a dozen innovative startups. In this conversation, Dr. Karp opens up about growing up with undiagnosed ADHD and how that experience pushed him...

Can spiritual practice rewire your brain? The science says yes. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Newberg , a physician, neuroscientist, and pioneer in the field of neurotheology — the study of how spiritual practices affect the brain. Dr. Newberg has spent decades studying the brain during spiritual practices like meditation and prayer. His key finding: mindfulness and reflection don’t...

True healing begins when you stop performing and start listening to yourself. Today, we’re joined by Lisa Bilyeu, co-founder of the billion-dollar brand Quest Nutrition, founder of Impact Theory, and host of the Women of Impact podcast. In this episode, Lisa shares the deeply personal story behind her rise as an entrepreneur— and what it really cost her to chase success without limits. She opens u...

If work has ever left you feeling drained, disconnected, or unsure of your place— you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jeb Hurley, a behavioral scientist and leadership expert with decades of experience coaching Fortune 100 executives and transforming workplace cultures. Dr. Hurley shares what really drives motivation and trust in the workplace, what makes teams thrive (or fall a...

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions, been hard on yourself without knowing why, or struggled to make sense of old wounds that still affect you—this conversation will resonate deeply. Dr. Lauren Bochicchio is a therapist, clinician scientist, and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Columbia University. With years of experience working at the intersection of trauma, emotion, and healing, sh...

What actually helps us feel happier? In this episode, Dr. Laurie Santos shares practical, science-backed strategies that really work. Dr. Laurie Santos is a cognitive scientist and tenured professor of psychology at Yale University. Her class, “Psychology and the Good Life,” became Yale’s most popular course in its 300-year history— and has now helped millions of people rethink what truly leads to...

If you’ve ever struggled to love yourself— especially in the moments when you feel unworthy, lost, or disconnected— this conversation is for you. Today, we sit down with psychotherapist and spiritual teacher Dorothy Zennuriye Juno to talk about why self-love can feel so far away, especially for those who are always showing up for others, and what it really looks like to return to yourself with hon...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative patterns, low self-worth, or struggled to break free from old habits, this episode will show you how to reclaim your power and rewrite your story. Today, we’re joined by Glenn Harrold, Aura Coach, bestselling author, and UK’s #1 hypnotherapist. Glenn’s personal story is incredible— from addiction and homelessness to selling over 10 million hypnosis recordings...

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by someone’s behavior— whether it’s a partner, friend, coworker, or even yourself— this episode will give you the tools to handle those moments effortlessly. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Stuart Ablon, a Harvard Medical School professor, clinical psychologist, and one of the world’s leading experts on behavior. Dr. Ablon is the founding director of Think:Kids at Mass Ge...

If you struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or find yourself waking up at 3AM, you’re about to learn why— and what to do about it. In our very first episode, we’re joined by Aura coach, psychologist, and sleep expert, Cassandra Carlopio, who’s spent years helping elite athletes, clinicians, and individuals around the world navigate stress, anxiety, and restless nights. In this conversatio...

Hosted by Aura’s co-founders and brothers, Steve and Daniel Lee, Light Within uncovers the tools, stories, and science that help us better understand our minds and take better care of our well-being. Each week, we’re joined by remarkable guests in the mental wellness space— including coaches on Aura, world-class physicians, best-selling authors, celebrities, and entrepreneurs. Together, we explore...