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The Light Within
Leslie Draffin
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In this episode, Menstrual Cycle Coach & feminine embodiment mentor Leslie Draffin shares why shifting our beliefs around our cycle & honoring our bleeds through sacred rituals will start the path toward healing.
She also shares HUGE NEWS about her Black Friday Sale! If you want to know about the deals first - and get access to them 24 hours before everyone else - sign up for her email list HERE. It's also the best way to stay informed & get period tips straight to your inbox.
In this discussion:
- why bleeding is sacred
- rituals to help you connect with your period
- shifting the beliefs around your menstrual cycle
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
In this episode, pet loss doula & microdosing mentor Rachael Brooke shares her story of losing her two cats, finding magic mushrooms and how learning to sync with her cycle has completely changed her life.
We discuss:
- grief & microdosing
- how to get through the holidays when you're grieving your lost pets
- expressing grief publicly
- how microdosing helped Rachael heal panic, anxiety & racing thoughts
- her coaching practice
- movement & emotions
Connect with Rachael:
Website
Instagram
tiktok @nineishlives
I have some amazing Black Friday sales coming up so head over to my Instagram & get on my email list to be the first to know.
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)

83. Recovering from Burnout with Holly Doll
The Light Within
11/07/22 • 33 min
In this week's episode, Holly Doll shares strategies to help you beat burnout while also explaining the patterns that lead people to burn out.
We discuss:
- what burnout is
- symptoms of burnout
- tips to start healing
- why women fall victim to burnout more than men
Holly Doll is a Business and Health Strategist that helps high-performing women recover from burnout and redefine the hustle culture they’ve been trapped in for far too long. She combines her business knowledge, coaching experience, and extensive understanding of women’s hormones (specifically burnout) all together to teach women the tools they need to elevate their body, brain and businesses. Her passion is getting to the root cause and diving into the deep rooted emotional issues that are holding women back in their health and their businesses. Holly believes that women can have it all: true health, fulfilling relationships, massive impact and a financially successful business without sacrificing themselves.
Connect with Holly:
Instagram
Website
Podcast - Bombshell CEO
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Happy Halloween! In this spooky episode, Kristen Ramezzana shares all about her work with the underworld and how she helps clients achieve their wildest dreams by diving into the darkness. Interestingly enough, during our chat the connection dropped out MANY times - something Kristen says happens often due to her work with dark entities!
In this chat we discuss:
- spiritual parasites
- entity clearing
- working with guides & deities
- the witch wound
- past lives
- the thinning of the veil around Halloween
Kristen Ramezzana is a Witch, Past Life Regressionist, and Shadow Work Coach. Kristen uses her spiritual gifts, connection with her Hades & the underworld, and years of education and experience to help clients dive into their darkness, unleash their power, uncover their soul purpose and manifest their destiny. She believes that it is everyone’s birthright to be deeply connected to their magick and intuition, and to live out their wildest dreams!
BOOK YOUR OWN ENTITY CLEARING HERE!
Connect with Kristen:
Instagram & Tik Tok @the_underworld_queen
Website
Her podcast, Awaken the Witch, is available on all streaming platforms!
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
In this episode, show host and now FORMER TV news anchor Leslie Draffin shares why she left her 15-year- career in TV news for her mental health and all the lessons she's learned so far.
In this chat she shares:
- signs of burnout
- how ignoring the news helped her heal
- what's happening now with her life
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
You can also email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? I have several new offers perfect for anyone looking to get more aligned with their cycle including Cycle Codes my new 8-week self-paced course perfect for anyone JUST starting their cyclical living journey. You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Email us if you have questions or you know someone who'd make a great guest on this show: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
In this week's episode, we talk about the biggest lie doctors are still telling you about your period!
Menstrual Cycle Coach Leslie Draffin explains:
- why periods are essential for health
- why the pill is a bandaid for period problems
- how doctors are misinforming you about your cycle to keep you small
Connect with me on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
You can also email me: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? I have several new offers perfect for anyone looking to get more aligned with their cycle including Cycle Codes my new 8-week self-paced course perfect for anyone JUST starting their cyclical living journey. You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Email us if you have questions or you know someone who'd make a great guest on this show: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)

79. Alignment through Reiki with Alyssa Brieloff
The Light Within
10/10/22 • 43 min
In this week's episode, spiritual soulpreneur Alyssa Brieloff talks all about how to get into alignment through reiki.
We also discuss:
- Alyssa's spiritual journey including how her grandmother took her to get reiki certified as a child
- her favorite rituals to get into alignment
- what it means to be a spiritual soulpreneur
Alyssa is a Spiritual Soulpreneur and Content Creator. She is a Reiki healer working with the chakra system to help rebalance energy and unearth people's purpose. Her mission is to help individuals find more alignment and discover their guide within so they can live their best life.
She also just created and launched a collection of angel number socks which are the CUTEST! Get yours HERE!
Connect with Alyssa on IG: @alyssabrieloff
Connect with me on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
You can also email me: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? I have several new offers perfect for anyone looking to get more aligned with their cycle including Cycle Codes my new 8-week self-paced course perfect for anyone JUST starting their cyclical living journey. You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Email us if you have questions or you know someone who'd make a great guest on this show: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
In this week's episode, womb witch & shadow work practitioner Nikki Colmone shares all about why the womb holds so much trauma and how we can clear it. This was one of the most fun conversations we've had on the show in a while with someone who really feels like a kindred spirit.
In our chat we discuss:
- Nikki's spiritual journey
- what shadow work is
- why the womb holds onto so much trauma
- what our past lives have to do with the trauma we face now
- dark goddess energy
Nikki is active in the spiritual community as a leader in shadow work, and is one of five women in the world currently gaining a certification in shadow work by the infamous Master Shadow Worker and mentor, Danielle Massi, LMFT. Nikki is also the host of the Witchcraft & Wellness podcast, a platform designed to give the truth around all things health and wellness as well as mystical and magical. Leslie was a guest on the show last week so if you'd like to check out that episode, CLICK HERE.
You can follow Nikki on social media:
Instagram: @the_wombwitch
TikTok: @the_wombwitch
You can schedule with or check out Nikki more in depth at: www.nikkicolmone.com
Connect with me on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
You can also email me: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? I have several new offers perfect for anyone looking to get more aligned with their cycle including Cycle Codes my new 8-week self-paced course perfect for anyone JUST starting their cyclical living journey. You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Email us if you have questions or you know someone who'd make a great guest on this show: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)

77. Activate your Magic with Dr. Alison J Kay
The Light Within
09/26/22 • 63 min
In this week's episode, we're discussing spiritual awakening, creating a new era & healing the divine feminine/masculine with Dr. Alison J. Kay.
Dr. Alison is a pioneer in the field of Energy Medicine and Holistic Thriving, an internationally recognized, award-winning Energy Healer, founder of the Vibrational UPgradeTM️ System, and author of the award-winning book What If There’s Nothing Wrong, as well as two international best-sellers Vibrational UPgrade: A Conspiracy For Your Bliss – Easing Humanity’s Evolutionary Transition and Reasonable Dragons: How to Activate the Field of Possibilities Where Logical Magic Is the New Normal.
Connect with Dr. Alison:
Facebook
Instagram
Website
Connect with me on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
You can also email me: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? I have several new offers perfect for anyone looking to get more aligned with their cycle including Cycle Codes my new 8-week self-paced course perfect for anyone JUST starting their cyclical living journey. You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
Email us if you have questions or you know someone who'd make a great guest on this show: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)
In this episode, Angelica Neri shares all about Ayurveda - the most ancient healing science in the world - and how it applies to our menstrual cycle.
We discuss:
- what Ayurveda is
- how Angelica started studying it
- ways to notice imbalances in your life
TAKE THE BANYAN BOTANICALS QUIZ HERE.
Angelica has some amazing freebies and offers. She also provides so much free content through her social media & podcast. Find all those links below.
Connect with Angelica:
Free Dosha Healing Workbook
Apply for the Ayurvedic Business Program
Follow on IG
Divine Feminine Healers Podcast
My BLACK FRIDAY/CYBER MONDAY sale is going on until 11/28/2022 at 11:59 pm CST! So if you're interested and listening to this episode right when it drops, you'll have time to take advantage of those deals.
SEE YOU NEXT SEASON BEAUTIFUL BEINGS!!
Connect with Leslie on Instagram:
@lesliedraffin
@thelightwithinpodcast
Email: hello@lesliedraffin.com
Having period problems? Grad my self-paced course Cycle Codes now, it's perfect for anyone looking for help starting their cyclical living journey. Learn how to have a better period by Spring! You can find out more HERE.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Message me on Instagram
LINK TO MY FREE CYCLE TRACKER
LINK TO THE SUPPLEMENTS I USE
(USE MY PRC CODE 676502 FOR A DISCOUNT!)