Leslie Draffin

The Light Within: Embodied Nervous System Healing for Spiritual Women

Religion EN ↓ 247 episodes

The Light Within is a podcast for high-functioning, spiritually curious women who are ready to stop abandoning themselves and step into embodied self-leadership. Hosted by Leslie Draffin - trauma-informed somatic practitioner, psychedelic microdosing guide, and former television news anchor - this show explores what it actually takes to heal your nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and reclaim your embodied power. Because many successful women look calm and capable on the outside… while their nervous system is quietly living in survival mode. Inside these short, powerful episodes we explore: •...

Author

Leslie Draffin

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Religion

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

221. Spiritual Awakening after a Near-Death Experience with Josias Abriel 10.11.2025

In this episode, Josias Abriel talks openly and honestly about their near-death experience, including how it helped them stop fearing death & brought them closer to the divine. We offer a trigger warning for listeners - because this episode does include incredibly frank, open and vulnerable shares around abuse, SA, suicide, self-harm and depression. Listener discretion is advised.  Listen to J...

220. Reiki for Womb Healing & Fertility with Carolina Sotomayor 04.11.2025

In this episode, Womb Healer Carolina Sotomayor talks about how reiki helped her conceive her son and how she's helped over 100 women conceive through reiki. We also discuss why everything leads back to the womb - and how healing wounds within the womb lead women back to their joy, inner peace & professional bliss. Carolina's Links: Website Work with Carolina Her Podcast Instagram If...

219. This is why you FAWN & How to Stop with Tara Wiskow 27.10.2025

TRIGGER WARNING: this episode includes real, raw and open conversations around eating disorders and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.  In this episode, Tara Wiskow breaks down the fawn survival state and how it impacts women specifically. We also talk about overcoming anxiety, learning to (really) love yourself and creating the body of your dreams. Tara's Links: Website Work with Tara...

218. Hypnosis for Self-Worth with Nic Nierras 20.10.2025

This week Nic Nierras shares with us how hypnosis can help you redefine your worth, heal success wounds and reclaim your power.  Nic's Links: Website Work with Nic Free Hypnosis Audios Podcast If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling & finally feel like yourself again If this conversation hit a little too close to home… If you’re sit...

217. The Power of No with Catherine Crestani 13.10.2025

On this episode, Catherine Crestani talks all about living from your heart and learning to understand the sacred power of your 'no'. If you have trouble understanding or setting boundaries this conversation is for you. Catherine's Bio: Catherine's Links: Instagram Buy her Book Website If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spirali...

216. Self-Care for Chaotic Times with Laura Hoorweg 06.10.2025

On this week's episode, Laura Hoorweg joins us to talk about spiritual counseling, mediumship and self-care for chaotic times. Laura's Bio: Laura Hoorweg is a gifted spiritual counselor, intuitive coach, and psychic medium known for her uncanny accuracy, deep compassion, and soul-level clarity. She helps those who feel lost, stuck, overwhelmed, or in transition reconnect with their purpo...

215. Tantra & Sacred Sluttiness: The Path to Sensual Liberation with Hani Cheng 29.09.2025

In this episode, Hani Cheng shares how tantra and the path to becoming a sacred slut helped her heal from shame and embrace her body. Bio: Hani Cheng is an Intimacy Transformation Facilitator, bestselling author and founder of the YUMM Sensual Liberation Programs, which help ambitious leaders bridge sexuality, spirituality, and leadership. In the last 15 years of her work, Hani empowered clients t...

214. This is Why You Can't Get Turned On with Dr. Diane Mueller 22.09.2025

In this episode, Dr. Diana Mueller shares science-backed reasons why it's hard for you to get turned on & ways to keep the spark alive in your long-term relationship.  Bio: Dr. Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, is a board certified sexologist with dual doctorates in Naturopathic as well as Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is the founder of the sex education center: MyLibidoDoc.com and hosts...

213. Horse Magic & Womb Healing with Colleen Hallett 15.09.2025

If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling & finally feel like yourself again If this conversation hit a little too close to home… If you’re sitting there thinking, “holy shit, this is exactly what’s been happening to me…” I created something for you. Back to You is my 3-day nervous system reset for high-functioning women who are exhausted...

212. Soft Wellness for Busy & Burnt Out Women with Maddison Sutton 08.09.2025

If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling & finally feel like yourself again If this conversation hit a little too close to home… If you’re sitting there thinking, “holy shit, this is exactly what’s been happening to me…” I created something for you. Back to You is my 3-day nervous system reset for high-functioning women who are exhausted...

211. Sacred Beauty & Aliveness with Kalen Olson 01.09.2025

In this episode, Kalen Olson shares ways to awaken your sacred beauty and aliveness. Kalen is a teacher, artist, mystic, and speaker. For over seven years, she has passionately guided women home to themselves by honoring the beauty and sacred aliveness that lives within their unique rhythm—empowering them to create from their soul's essence. Kalen’s body of work is rooted in sacred feminine a...

210. Breaking Free from Hustle with Dr. Nona Djavid 25.08.2025

In this episode, Dr. Nona Djavid, entrepreneur, author, international speaker, and founder of eLIVate Club and the One Week/Month Mastermind, shares how high-achieving women can break free from hustle culture and redefine success on their own terms.  With a background in neurology and chiropractic, Dr. Nona blends science, philosophy, and universal truths to help entrepreneurs work smarter, scale...

209. Healing Through the Akashic Records with Bree Delacruz 18.08.2025

In this episode, Akashic Record Reader and Energy Healer Bree Delacruz shares how connecting with the Records can unlock deep soul remembrance and guide you toward your highest timeline. Drawing from her Filipino heritage and Indigenous wisdom, Bree blends past life insights, soul contracts, and energy healing to help clients release blocks and step into alignment. We explore how to shift timeline...

208. How to have a Better Menopause with Ana Pang 11.08.2025

In this episode, we're talking with Ana Pang about how to have a better menopause. We discuss hormone balance, Chinese medicine, boosting energy naturally and the spiritual side of menopause.  Ana Pang is a Menopause Skin & Vitality Specialist, helping women in midlife rejuvenate their skin, balance hormones, and regain energy naturally through the Yin-Yang method. With over two decades o...

207. The Illusion of Separateness & How We Forgot We Belong with Aaron Scott 04.08.2025

In a world shaped by inherited systems and industrialized identity, is it any wonder so many of us feel disconnected from truth, soul, and the feminine within?  In this potent conversation, I’m joined by Aaron Scott, former Wall Street executive turned conscious creator and host of The Evolved Podcast . Together we unravel the illusion of separateness, the cost of suppressing the feminine, and how...

206. The App Helping Sexual Assault Survivors Heal with Tracy DeTomasi 17.07.2025

In this episode, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Tracy DeTomasi shares all about Callisto - a web app helping survivors of sexual assault and gender based violence find support, community & care.  Trigger Warning - this conversation discusses rape, sexual assault and gender-based violence. Please listen with care. Links: Website Share Callisto Instagram If this episode felt like I was reading...

205. How to Stop being Addicted to your Phone with Ruby Ryba 14.07.2025

In this episode, Screen Time Strategist Ruby Ryba shares actionable steps you can use TODAY to cut down on your phone addiction. With humor & science-backed strategies we know you'll leave this conversation as inspired as we were. LINKS: HOW TO STOP SCROLLING (get the first look at Ruby's book) There's still time to sign up for Leslie's free masterclass - The Feminine Rewir...

204. Holistic Help for Perimenopause & Beyond with Amita Sharma 10.07.2025

In this episode, Amita Sharma shares all about NourishDoc the company she helped found to connect women all over the world with holistic therapies for perimenopause and beyond. Links: NourishDoc LinkedIn Instagram   Sign up for Leslie's free masterclass - the Feminine Rewire - HERE. It's live July 15th at 6 pm CT (replays available). If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… thi...

203. This is why your healing tools aren't working with Leslie Draffin 07.07.2025

In this episode, Leslie Draffin shares why popular healing tools sometimes don't work for women - and shares 3 powerful practices you can begin using today to help show your female nervous system it's safe enough. Sign up for Leslie's FREE masterclass - The Feminine Rewire. It's happening July 15th at 6 pm CT. Listening to this later? No worries! Click the link to get the insta...

202. How to Awaken your Magic with Ritual Shadow Work with Britton & Carolee Beckham 03.07.2025

In this episode, husband and wife Britton and Carolee discuss their journey from leaving Mormonism, healing after infidelity & awakening to the magic within. They share what they call 'the magical story of us' and explain how ritual shadow work has helped them manifest the life of their dreams. Britton & Carolee's Links: Website Offerings (coaching & programs) Instagram...

201. How to Connect with Plant Consciousness with Bonnie D'Arcangelo 30.06.2025

In this episode, Bonnie D'Arcangelo shares her wisdom as a clinical herbalist and holistic health consultant. We talk about the healing power of plants, how to connect with plant consciousness and herbal medicines for your most vibrant life. Bonnie's Links: Website Herbal Store Instagram If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling &amp...

200. How to Live Fearlessly with Rhonda Britten 26.06.2025

In this episode, Rhonda Britten shares what it means to live fearlessly, gives us actionable steps to start moving beyond the things holding us back and shares intimate parts of her own journey to finding freedom from fear. Trigger Warning: this episode includes discussion of domestic violence, parental death and suicidal ideation.  Rhonda's Links: Website Program Books (Leslie is currently m...

199. From Burnout to Badass with Dana L. Cox 23.06.2025

In this episode, Dana L. Cox shares about finding harmony during midlife, how to have better boundaries (& more self-respect) and why being told we could 'have it all' leads women to burnout.  Dana's Links: Website Books Personalized Support If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling & finally feel like yourself again If...

198. Womb Wounds & Unconditional Love with Leslie Draffin 19.06.2025

In this episode, show host & womb mystic Leslie Draffin shares her powerful story of overcoming shame, reconnecting to her womb and connecting to unconditional love through the Divine Feminine.  She discusses: - womb wounds (what they are, how they manifest & how to notice them in your life) - reconnecting to the Divine Feminine through sacred pleasure & microdosing practices - why the...

197. Soul Contracts, Karmic Connections & Unconditional Love with Kanika Vasudeva 16.06.2025

In this episode, Akashic Records Reader and Energy Coach Kanika Vasudeva dives into soul contracts, what are akashic records show us about our soul and the 'big lessons' we're living in this lifetime. This was a profound conversation that gets deeply personal - and we want to include a trigger warning as their is discussion of child loss. Kanika's Links: Website: https://artofl...

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