Introduction:
Hosts Amanda Golightly and Kate McDowell talk with Leslie Draffin, a somatic psychedelic guide, sensual embodiment coach, and menstrual cycle educator. Leslie shares insights on emotional imprints stored in the fascia and healing methods like breath, sound, and massage. She introduces her women-specific microdosing protocol, aligned with menstrual cycles, and explores the connection between the womb and mycelium network. Leslie also shares her journey from TV news anchor to guide for midlife women and veterans, emphasizing the balance of masculine and feminine energies. Tune in for practical tips on joy lists, small pleasures, and veteran support, as well as insights on psychedelics, microdosing, and emotional healing.

Next Steps:
Connect with Leslie today to learn more!
Website: https://www.lesliedraffin.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesliedraffin/

Resources:
Free Microdosing 101 Guide: https://lesliedraffin.myflodesk.com/microguide
5-day Cyclical Microdosing Course: https://lesliedraffin.myflodesk.com/cyclicalmicromethod
Book a free 1:1 Call: https://calendly.com/lesliedraffin/book-a-call


Connect with Kate & Amanda at Aligned Natural Health:

Resources:
website - https://www.alignednaturalhealth.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alignednaturalhealth/


Guest Bio:
Leslie Draffin, a former TV news anchor, now helps midlife women and military veterans heal through somatic guidance, microdosing, and breathwork. Her work, inspired by her own healing journey, focuses on reconnecting with the body, understanding natural cycles, and addressing deep traumas. She is dedicated to guiding others toward holistic healing and self-acceptance.

Timestamped Overview:
00:00 Psychedelics helped me heal and change careers.
05:02 Psychedelics help unveil and heal subconscious issues.
07:29 Psychedelics reshape rigid thought patterns, enhance receptivity.
12:38 Start with microdosing before full dose journey.
14:50 Psychedelics expand awareness and emotional resilience.
17:01 Intention, relationship with medicine, trust, self-healing.
21:22 Helping women understand emotions and hormonal health.
25:17 Understanding and respecting menstrual cycles simplifies life.
29:07 Constant work: Embrace body changes, especially for entrepreneurs.
32:40 Womb healing through self-massage and cycle alignment.
37:14 Microdosing protocol tailored to female hormonal cycles.
38:27 Symptoms improved; exploring mycelium-perimenopause connection.
44:22 Don't be obsessed with being healthy.
45:46 Contact me on Instagram, lesliedrafin, for details.

*** This podcast is for information purposes only. By providing the information contained herein, we are not diagnosing, treating, curing, mitigating, or preventing any disease or medical condition. Before beginning any type of natural regimen, it is advisable to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.