Leslie Draffin on Deconstructing You - Awakening the Divinity Within, Letting Go of Your Prison

Deconstructing YOU

Leslie Draffin is an internationally certified menstrual cycle coach, psychedelic integration guide, feminine embodiment mentor, and podcast host who is passionate about helping people embrace their bodies, cycles, and psychedelics. She supports conscious women & menstruators who want to heal themselves through intentional microdosing, psychedelic integration, womb reconnection & cyclical living. Leslie believes sacred Earth medicine has the power to bring us home to ourselves, awaken our authenticity and heal the trauma locked within our subconscious.You can listen to her podcast, The Light Within, on your favorite podcast app. Connect with her on Instagram @LeslieDraffin and @thelightwithinpodcast.

What you will discover:

Leslie's Journey of Personal Rebellion and Spiritual Awakening

• Leslie shares her personal journey, reflecting on a life that, despite external success, left her feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.

• The disconnection stemmed from various challenges, including two decades of eating disorders, alcohol abuse, and addiction to Adderall.

• Her spiritual awakening at the age of 32 marked a turning point, leading her to confront mental health challenges and embark on a path of self-discovery.

Signs and Triggers for Personal Rebellion

• Leslie describes the signs and triggers that initiated her rebellion, such as reading self-help books, exploring spirituality, and experiencing a profound moment during January 2019.

Facing Identity Crisis and Dark Night of the Ego

• The podcast delves into Leslie's identity crisis, triggered by leaving her job as a TV news anchor and going into a paradoxical world.

• The struggle of letting go of the identity tied to external success and acknowledging the need for a deeper understanding of self.

Spiritual Awakening and Finding Authentic Self

• Leslie talks about her spiritual awakening, starting with meditation and mindfulness, and gradually progressing to deeper introspection.

• The realization that her external success didn't align with her authentic self and the necessity to navigate the dark night of the ego.

Unraveling Childhood Trauma and Core Wounds

• Leslie explores childhood trauma, particularly the impact of being adopted and the emotional challenges associated with her early experiences.

• The discovery of core wounds, such as feelings of unworthiness and unlovability, and the subsequent impact on her adult life.

Integration Process and Healing

• Leslie emphasizes the significance of the integration process, involving journaling, meditation, and slowing down to connect the dots revealed during psychedelic experiences.

• The paradox of slowing down in a fast-paced world and the importance of giving time and space for healing to unfold.

Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies

• The discussion explores the societal emphasis on achievement and hustle, contrasting it with the ancient wisdom of simply being and embracing both masculine and feminine energies.

• The challenge of finding a balance between the two energies and recognizing the need for slowness and self-care.

Unraveling from Religious Paradigms

• Leslie shares her experience growing up with her father as a preacher, and the subsequent rebellion and unraveling from religious beliefs.

• The impact of religious paradigms on personal freedom and the journey of breaking free from invisible constraints.

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