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

196. Art Journaling for your Sanity with Susan Hensley 12.06.2025

In this episode, Susan Hensley shares the transformative power of art journaling and discusses why this 'portal for play' can help you move through resistance, channel more joy and create a full and happy life. Connect with Susan: Website Susan's Book - Art for your Sanity Online Courses If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where you start. 1. 🌀 Stop spiraling...

195. Optimal Health over 35 with Dr. Christine Boev 09.06.2025

In this episode, Dr. Christine Boev shares some of the top things she recommends for women over 35 who want to live their healthiest lives yet. We discuss: - 3 main things every woman needs to be doing - top supplements for perimenopause - why self-care is essential for midlife Connect with Christine: Instagram Master Menopause Program If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is whe...

194. The Neuroscience of Grief with Leigh-Ann Larson 05.06.2025

In this episode, we discuss the brain science & spiritual side of grief with Leigh-Ann Larson. Connect with Leigh-Ann: Website Grief Community Her Retreat 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 i...

193. Slow Summer Rituals (for when healing feels hard) with Leslie Draffin 02.06.2025

Summer is the 'peak' time for many people's energy and mood. But if you're already burned out, this usually 'magnetic' season can make things worse.  In this solo episode, Women's Somatic Psych.edelic guide & Womb Mystic Leslie Draffin shares simple rituals to help you slow down, honor your nervous system and move through summer with more ease.  JOIN the INNE...

192. Touchless Orgasms, Healing Sexual Shame & the Divine Feminine with Jenn Wodtke 29.05.2025

In this episode, Pleasure & Orgasm coach Jenn Wodtke takes us on a journey to reconnect with our own pleasure through touchless orgasms, healing sexual shame and discovering the DIVINE feminine within. We chat: - solo s.x in partnered relationships - why losing the 'goal' of orgasm is the key to a more fulfilling sex life - how the disconnection with the Goddess keeps women from livi...

191. How to prioritize your pleasure with Dr. Jenn Kennedy 26.05.2025

In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy shares how to build a better relationship by prioritizing the pleasure you crave. And for those who might not KNOW what they want - she gives some AMAZING (and spicy) ways to begin exploring.   Bio:  Dr. Jenn Kennedy is a clinical sexologist and licensed marriage and family therapist based in Santa Barbara. In her private practice, Dr. Jenn sees couples and indivi...

190. Dark Feminine Reclamation with Alexandra Espino 22.05.2025

In this episode, Somatic Sex Coach and Archetypal Astrologer Alexandra Espino (aka the Serpentine Witch) shares why reclaiming the dark feminine is key for women (and femmes) who want to reclaim their sensuality. In this chat we discuss: - shibari - trauma healing through somatic sex coaching - how to connect to the dark feminine - some key dark feminine deities and ascended masters Links: ink for...

189. How to build a better relationship with Lauren Hayes 19.05.2025

In this episode, relationship coach Lauren Hayes shares lessons from ethical non-monogamy - including tools and tips monogamous couples can use to build a better relationship. This conversation is part of our May Series on Sex, Love, Relationships & Women's Health.  Lauren's Links: ExploreWithLauren.com (free quiz and guide) Website: https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com/ Instagram:...

188. Libido as a Vitality Sign with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer 15.05.2025

In this conversation, heart-centered, functional medicine Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer spills the TEA on how your libido (or the lack thereof) is a sign of your vitality - AND what you can start doing TODAY to get it back. We also discuss: - what your sex hormones are trying to tell you - how to tap into sleep as your sexy superpower - how to improve your vitality today Connect with Dr. Jessie: Website Spe...

187. Divorce, Motherhood and Nurturing Yourself with Foster Wilson 12.05.2025

In this episode, filmmaker & post-partum doula Foster Wilson shares how the portal of birth helps women 'create themselves' and how her own divorce catapulted her into a stronger, more present space of motherhood. Trigger warning: in this episode we discuss miscarriage so please be advised that some of this conversation may be triggering to those who have also experienced this. Conne...

186. The Myth of Women's Low Sex Drive with Rachel MacNeill 08.05.2025

May's THEME: Expanding Pleasure Your SURPRISE: now there are TWO episodes a week of The Light Within to help you expand your pleasure - in your bedroom & beyond. Today's episode is with Rachel MacNeill who talks about surviving a sexless marriage, embracing her pleasure & what straight couples can learn from queer sex. Connect with Rachel: Rachel's 7-day FREE PLEASURE CHALLE...

185. Sacred sex for better health, wealth & love with Megan Riley 05.05.2025

In this episode, Megan Riley shares why sacred s3xuality, tantra and an org@sm a day can lead to better relationships, more money & better business opportunities.  Our chat covers: - the 10 different kinds of big 'Os' - how to become 'well fcked' - womb reconnection  - how to talk to your partner about expanding your pleasure practices Its a potent convo that goes PERFECTLY...

184. Rapid Alignment & Healing your Life from the Inside Out with Anastasia Gerali 28.04.2025

In this episode, Anastasia Gerali shares how to work with your subconscious mind + nervous system for rapid alignment and long-term healing.  We discuss: - her rapid alignment method - why your subconscious mind might be blocking your abundance - how to own your triggers Connect with Anastasia: Her Website Instagram Book a session If this episode felt like I was reading your mind… this is where yo...

183. Spiritual Awakenings & Reclaiming your Divine Worthiness with Jaclyn Francis 21.04.2025

In this week's episode, Spiritual Life Coach & Healer Jaclyn Francis shares ways to overcome the wounds of unworthiness & step into your divine power as a woman.  We LOVE this episode because it is JAM PACKED with some of the most amazing tips to help you navigate your spiritual awakening and connect with the divine. Connect with Jaclyn: Website Podcast The Worthiness Codes If this ep...

182. You Aren't Lazy. You're in Functional Freeze with Leslie Draffin 14.04.2025

This week we're talking about the MYTH of laziness - one that many midlife women secretly believe - when in REALITY you aren't lazy at all, your body is just in complete FREEZE. This episode covers:  - signs of functional freeze - somatic healing practices to help you get OUT of freeze If you're ready to explore how working 1:1 can help you 10x your energy, heal burnout and balance...

181. Living from the Heart with Carol Chapman 07.04.2025

In this inspiring conversation, Carol Chapman shares ways we can begin to live more openly from the heart - even in a MESSY world. In our chat, Carol talks about HOW to tell if it's your ego talking (or your intuition), WHY our mind often takes over in stressful situations (aka like the world we live in right now) and offers actionable steps you can take right now to live more from YOUR heart...

180. Overcoming Self-Sabotage & Limiting Beliefs with Jennifer Loehding 31.03.2025

In this episode, Success Architect & Podcast Host Jennifer Loehding shares the powerful mindset shifts you can make today to overcome your limiting beliefs & self-sabotage.  Connect with Jennifer: Website Her new course 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 l...

179. Manifestation Skills to help you find Clarity with Giovanna Silvestre 24.03.2025

In this episode, author, entrepreneur & influencer Giovanna Silvestre shares her journey with manifestation, how it helped her go from confusion to clarity AND the mindset shifts she was able to make (even in her darkest days) to totally change her life. Connect with Giovanna: Instagram Pre-Order her book: Confused Girl: Find your Peace in the Chaos Giveaway Giovanna's Activewear line (in...

178. Awakening your Emotional Intelligence with Jen Aks 17.03.2025

In this week's episode, leadership coach Jen Aks shares all about the multiple forms of intelligence and how developing your emotional intelligence can help you lead from within. This episode includes some amazing action steps to help you begin to use emotional intelligence for your own embodied leadership. Connect with Jen: FREE CLASS Website Moving Meditation Book a Connection Call Instagra...

177. Somatic Healing for Womb Trauma with Leslie Draffin 10.03.2025

In this solo episode, Somatic Guide & Microdosing mentor Leslie Draffin shares about the ways we can heal our womb (and the trauma locked within it) through somatic healing & plant medicine. This episode includes actionable steps to help you begin the process of reconnecting to your power source & igniting the creative fire inside your womb. If this episode felt like I was reading your...

176. Unlocking your Inner Power with Jennifer Pilates 03.03.2025

In this episode, Jennifer Pilates shares her transformative story to deep inner and outer healing - and ways you can unlock your power by reconnecting to your body. Connect with Jennifer: Website 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’...

175. Inner Child Healing with Alicia Farricielli 24.02.2025

In this episode, Alicia Farricielli shares ways to overcome the wounds of your childhood in order to live the life you desire. Connect with Alicia: FREE Inner Child Workshop Website Instagram 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 t...

174. Following your Soul's Mission with Dr. Erica Elliott 17.02.2025

In this conversation Dr. Erica Elliot shares her experience of leaving corporate medicine and finding her soul's true path - as a TRUE healer. She vulnerably talks about her own battle with mental challenges - and how this near disaster led her to her calling.  Trigger Warning: this episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. Connect with Erica: Website G...

173. Portal Magic for Embodied Healing with Casey Urban 10.02.2025

In this raw and vulnerable conversation, earth medicine facilitator and multidisciplinary artist Casey Urban shares her journey of healing from abortion & a perceived near death experience - as well as her healing path from post-partum depression. We also discuss getting sober and unlocking your true potential with portal magic (microdosing and macrodosing mushroom magic). Trigger warning: in...

172. 6 Lessons I've Learned in 6 Years of Doing the Work with Leslie Draffin 03.02.2025

Welcome to this solo episode with Trauma-Informed Somatic Coach and Psychedelic Microdosing Guide Leslie Draffin. In this episode, we talk about: - lessons learned along the self-healing journey - why the body is essential to holistic healing & how to connect with it in simple ways - simple tools to help you reconnect with yourself NEW: Join my FREE Facebook Community - Sacred Soma Collective...

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