Inner Light

In this compelling episode of Inner Light, we’re joined by identity strategist and keynote speaker Leah Coss, founder of Build a Biz Kids. Leah unpacks the quiet yet powerful force behind so much internal unrest—identity built from survival. If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, or misaligned, this episode helps you reframe that discomfort as a call to evolve. Leah offers a clear framework to redef...

In this deeply reflective episode of Inner Light, Derrick Henderson—massage therapist, holistic health advocate, and author of Learning to Be Me—shares how he evolved from a life of “success on paper” to a journey fueled by purpose, passion, and truth. Derrick opens up about what it means to feel stuck even when you’re moving forward, how external expectations can silence authenticity, and why giv...

In this powerful episode of Inner Light, spiritual mentor and heart alchemist Bethany Shelton shares how the unimaginable loss of her only child became the doorway to divine awakening. Bethany recounts her journey through grief, her discovery of frequency and energy communication, and how signs from her son opened a channel to the unseen. Through moving personal stories—from coins appearing to bir...

In this transformative episode of Inner Light, host Aanya sits down with Serena Low—trauma-informed coach, best-selling author of The Hero Within, and champion for quiet achievers. Together, they explore the underestimated power of introverts, how to thrive in overstimulating environments, and what it means to lead with silence, softness, and self-trust. From navigating energy-draining spaces to r...

In this transformative episode of Inner Light, Cheryl Stelte—master healer, spiritual coach, and best-selling author—dives deep into why traditional mindset work often isn’t enough. If you’ve done the affirmations, the journaling, and the goal setting yet still feel stuck, this conversation will shift your perspective. Cheryl explains how subconscious patterns formed as early as the womb shape our...

In this soul-stirring episode of Inner Light, David Richards shares his profound journey from a childhood near-death experience to spiritual awakening through heartbreak, discipline, and divine surrender. Raised in a strict military Christian household, David’s life spanned service, loss, and the search for meaning across Eastern and Western beliefs. During the pandemic, a long-buried memory and a...

In this episode of Inner Light, Ruth van Vierzen, lifelong yogi, wellness guide, and nature lover, shares her personal journey of breaking free from judgment. With over 30 years of experience in personal development, Ruth explains how judgment—both of ourselves and others—becomes a subtle but damaging force that feeds the ego while harming connection. She offers insights into the seductive nature...

In this episode of Inner Light, Cyndee shares her profound story of resilience, faith, and personal transformation. From breaking cultural norms at 16 to overcoming life-threatening illness and rising from a wheelchair after 11 years, Cyndee's journey is a testament to the quiet power of inner strength and spiritual guidance. She opens up about how true miracles aren’t external events but choices...

In this powerful episode of Inner Light, Louis Kim shares his profound journey from building multi-million-dollar businesses to hitting rock bottom — and ultimately finding his true calling. Once chasing financial success, Louis opens up about his descent into depression despite his wealth, and how sacred plant medicine, spiritual awakening, and radical self-responsibility led him to redefine owne...

In this episode of Inner Light, we dive deep with Lisbeth De Sa, an IFS (Internal Family Systems) practitioner, writer, and laughter yoga leader. Lisbeth explains how our minds aren’t broken, but complex systems of parts shaped by experiences. She walks us through how IFS helps individuals approach inner conflict with compassion rather than resistance. Instead of suppressing emotions or battling i...

In this episode of Inner Light, we sit down with Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, a global holistic wellness platform, to unpack the often-unspoken journey of women navigating hormonal shifts while balancing career and family. From her own silent struggle working in high-tech to now leading powerful conversations about perimenopause and menopause, Amita sheds light on the gaps in workplace...

In this episode of Inner Light, we dive into the idea of elegance—not as fashion or surface charm, but as a deeper embodiment of aligned, intentional living. Jake Parent, founder of Breath Energy, joins us to unpack how conscious breathwork helps high performers release trauma, return to their true essence, and redefine success beyond hustle. From simplifying complex lives to reconnecting with inn...

In this profound episode of Inner Light, we explore what it means to receive more by doing less with Sarah Asha Rose—licensed therapist, divine channel, and creator of Divinely Human. Sarah shares how burnout led her to reevaluate productivity, guiding her to the sacred principle of feminine receptivity. We unpack the energetic shift from control to surrender, explore why lightworkers hide their g...

In this episode of Inner Light, we explore the fine line between vulnerability and transparency in leadership with Emily Erstad—healthcare executive, indie author, and soulful leadership coach. Emily breaks down how leaders can lead with heart without losing authority, the missteps of emotional oversharing, and the real difference between showing up and overexposing. She shares how self-awareness,...

In this deeply enriching episode of Inner Light, Dr. Flavio Souza-Campos—renowned relationship hypnotherapist, medical doctor, and mystic scientist—returns to unpack how love, when rooted in the unconscious mind, becomes a powerful force for healing and transformation. From stories of spiritual awakening in grocery store parking lots to the unseen patterns driving disconnection, Flavio reveals how...

In this moving episode of Inner Light, host Aanya sits down with Dean Weitenhagen—a seasoned professional whose life took a profound turn following two cancer diagnoses and his wife's life-altering stroke. Dean shares how personal adversity, faith, and stillness cracked open a deeper perspective on why we’re here and what truly matters. From air traffic control to real estate to a spiritual awaken...

In this deeply personal episode of Inner Light, host Aanya sits down with Jon Weberg—entrepreneur, top 1% growth consultant, and inner work advocate—to unpack the real meaning of forgiveness. Beyond business acumen, Jon shares the emotional weight of resentment, his journey through betrayal and conflict, and the powerful reframe that shifted everything: forgiveness is not weakness—it’s strength. T...

In this episode of Inner Light, we welcome Dr. Wayne W. Baird, Whole Being Integration Consultant and former chiropractor, to explore how deep-rooted beliefs affect our physiology and healing. Dr. Wayne shares how traditional chiropractic care led him to uncover the emotional and energetic roots behind physical ailments. He introduces the concept of contraction and expansion in the human energy fi...

In this episode of Inner Light, host Aanya sits down with Walter Freiberg—a life coach, language mentor, and dedicated Buddhist practitioner. From Buenos Aires piano studios to silent meditation retreats, Walter shares how his spiritual awakening reshaped not just his career but his very sense of identity. Together, they explore the power of silence, the spiritual lens behind language, and the com...

In this transformative episode of Inner Light, Dr. Victoria Rader—bestselling author, metaphysical PhD, and founder of YU2SHINE—guides us through the journey of moving from fear to faith, from limitation to limitless love. Through profound personal stories and actionable spiritual insights, Victoria illustrates how commitment, breath, and daily habits can awaken the sacred within. She explores how...

 In this episode of Inner Light, we dive deep with Dr. Ryan Gottfredson, mindset researcher, leadership professor, and bestselling author of Becoming Better. Ryan introduces the powerful framework of vertical development, challenging the traditional focus on doing more by shifting the lens to becoming more. From mindset assessment tools to practical stories of transformation, this conversation red...

In this powerful episode of Inner Light, Dr. Liz DeBetta, trauma-informed educator, embodiment scholar, and founder of Migrating Toward Wholeness, dives deep into the art of healing without fixing. Drawing from her personal experience as an adoptee and her academic background, Liz shares how self-abandonment shows up in our bodies, how to reconnect through narrative, and why grief and joy can coex...

 In this powerful episode of Inner Light, we explore how your body holds the wisdom to your healing and spiritual growth. Banya Lim, a spiritual acupuncturist and energy coach with over 30 years of experience, shares her journey from trauma and depression to embodied healing through movement, meditation, and energy work. She introduces the Chi Mastery System—a blend of somatic awareness, intention...

In this transformative episode of Inner Light, we’re joined by Morgan Boszilkov—Atlanta-based spiritual coach, artist, and psychedelic healing guide. Morgan shares her profound journey of awakening: from ticking off the societal checklist—career, marriage, children—only to find herself physically and spiritually depleted, to reclaiming her inner voice through psychedelic healing and radical self-h...

In this eye-opening episode of Inner Light, soulful business strategist Marie-Eve Talbot joins us to challenge the hustle culture narrative and introduce a more aligned, energetic approach to entrepreneurship. From astrological insights to Ayurvedic cycles, she unpacks practical strategies for building a business that honors your intuition, body, and rhythm. If you’re an entrepreneur navigating bu...