In this episode, Holistic Life Empowerment Mentor & Coach Constantin Bo Morun shares his journey of healing, his spiritual awakening and how psychedelic medicine is helping him shine a light on the world.

Follow Constantin:
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Listen to his podcast, Unleash Thyself
Website

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In this week's episode, Chef Mareya Ibrahim-Jones (aka the Fit Foodie) shares about her journey with food and how we can all start looking at fueling our body from a place of self-love.

Connect with Chef Mareya:
Buy her book - Eat like you Give a Fork
Instagram
Website
7-day Brain Reboot Challenge

About Mareya:
Mareya Ibrahim, The Fit Foodie, is a nationally recognized food expert, and author of the #1 release book, “Eat Like you Give a Fork: The Real Dish on Eating to Thrive" Mareya is a chef, holistic nutrition coach, author and award-winning entrepreneur and inventor and is the founder of Grow Green Industries, INC. and the co-inventor of the eatCleaner® line of food wash and wipes. Mareya is a signature chef to the NY Times bestseller “The Daniel Plan: 40 Days to a Healthier Life” by Rick Warren, Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Mark Hyman and a contributor to Recipe Rehab "The Fit Foodie", has appeared in Edible Orange County Magazine since 2011. Mareya is also the host of the podcast "Recipes for Your Best Life", was a featured chef on the Food Network, eHow.com, Livestrong.com. and the Emmy-nominated cooking show, Recipe Rehab. 

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Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this week's episode, Dr. Ariana Macartney shares her story of healing from substance abuse, her journey working with plant medicine & how she's helping clients heal their nervous systems. 

Dr. Ariana is a naturopathic doctor and trauma-informed psychedelic somatic IFS coach. She specializes in PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Combining traditional healing with modern techniques, she bridges the gap between mind, body, and spirit. Drawing from her own journey of recovery, Dr. Ariana guides clients to dissolve shame, nurture inner wisdom, and transform their relationship with substances and themselves.

Disclaimer: The material discussed in this interview is NOT medical advice and is for educational purposes only. This interview does not promote the use or sale of illicit substances. This interview does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Ariana Macartney. Please discuss with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, and/or healthcare plan. 

Connect with Ariana:
Instagram
Her New Program 

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Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this week's episode, Rachel Lavin shares how she broke free from diet culture & finally learned to love herself - mind, BODY & soul. We'll talk about her journey from personal trainer to body image coach & have lots of laughs doing it.

LINKS:
BUY HER BOOK
CHECK OUT HER WEBSITE

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Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this episode, energy coach Gabrielle Pimstone breaks down what working with your energy REALLY means & gives us some amazing steps you can take RIGHT NOW to start mastering YOUR energy.

Gabrielle is an Energy Coach who is dedicated to assisting those on the cusp of change, but in need of that crucial nudge forward. She narrates her journey of resilience and reinvention, highlighting how her love of psychology and spirituality finally converged to reignite her passion and purpose, and provide profound healing. She offers inspiration and practical tips to individuals to break free from stagnation and fear. Her central message is that it's never too late make meaningful life change.

LINKS:
Check out her 28-days to healing immersion
INSTAGRAM

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Want to be a guest on The Light Within? Send Leslie Draffin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelightwithin

Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this episode, Alara Sage shares ways we can activate our Shakti energy by reconnecting with our womb. We also talk about sex, magic & the lost wisdom of this creative life force energy.

Download Alara's FREE eBook: Awakening Aliveness
Join Alara's Unity Academy
Connect on IG

Please note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Light Within are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host.

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Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this episode, Sam Charles shares all the ways sensual embodiment is a gateway for massive feminine healing. We also talk about her work as a yoni caster and how YOU can also get your own yoni sculpture with Sam.
Want in on her retreat? Get the details here (it's happening in April 2024 so if you listen afterwards find Sam on IG to get the latest on her current offerings) 

Connect with Sam:
Website: https://www.sacredspacesstudio.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samantha__charles/
Listen to her podcast: https://growaswego.buzzsprout.com

Please note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Light Within are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host.

Want to be a guest on The Light Within? Send Leslie Draffin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelightwithin

Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this episode, Nicole Kerr shares about her near death experience & how a message from God showed her her life's purpose.

Connect with Nicole:
Website
Get the first chapter of her best-selling book, You are Deathless
Instagram

Other books mentioned in our conversation:
The Body Keeps the Score
Waking the Tiger
Dying to be Me

Please note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Light Within are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host.

Want to be a guest on The Light Within? Send Leslie Draffin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelightwithin

Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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This free email series is your sacred scroll of somatic tools, nervous system rituals, and womb wisdom for mystical midlife women.
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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this week's episode, mentor & author Lauren Leduc shares all the ways we can connect with and embody our inner goddess. Lauren's approach is easily accessible & down to Earth. She shows how much transformation can occur when we tap into our highest feminine self. Remember to rate this episode, review it & share with someone you love.

Connect with Lauren:
Free Embodiment Practice
Quiz
Buy her Book
Podcast

About Lauren:
Lauren Leduc is a visionary, yoga teacher, intuitive, mentor, entrepreneur, and mama. With the special gift of cultivating community and creating accessible experiences, Lauren has taught thousands of students with her approachable and intelligent methodology. She is compassionate, thoughtful, and deeply invested in creating opportunities for others to grow and shine.

Lauren’s greatest current spiritual passion is harnessing the Sacred Feminine and guiding women and femmes to love themselves and embrace wholeness. She believes awakening feminine folks to their power will be the catalyst for creating a more peaceful and loving world. 

Please note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Light Within are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host.

Want to be a guest on The Light Within? Send Leslie Draffin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelightwithin

Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

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In this week's episode, Orazie Cook shares about the transformative power of helping domestic violence survivors leave their abusers by fostering their beloved pets.

This is a unique episode & one we hope inspires you to take action, either to support this incredibly worthwhile foundation - or another cause close to YOUR heart. 

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Please note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Light Within are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host.

Want to be a guest on The Light Within? Send Leslie Draffin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelightwithin

Ready to reclaim your body, your power, and your peace? Start here:

1. 💌 Get Midlife Magic in your inbox.
This free email series is your sacred scroll of somatic tools, nervous system rituals, and womb wisdom for mystical midlife women.
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2.🌙 Ready to stop spiraling & start feeling steady (even on the hard days?)
The Inner Circle is your monthly sanctuary for nervous system healing, microdosing support & sacred feminine rituals. It’s not just a membership, it’s a lifestyle shift for women who are done with surviving & ready to live rooted, regulated, and radiant.
👉 Enjoy 50% off your FIRST MONTH inside The Inner Circle ($77/month after that)

3. ✨ Follow me for real-talk & rituals on healing burnout, expanding your pleasure, and living fully expressed—every damn day.
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