Ep174: Leslie Draffin ~ Microdosing, Menstrual Cycles & Breaking Taboos

Ever wondered how psychedelics could catalyse a journey of profound self-discovery and healing? Join us as we sit down with Leslie Draffin, a former TV news anchor who found herself at a breaking point in 2022. Through her candid storytelling, Leslie unveils how the pressures of her career and the 'pandemic''s impact led her to explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelic mushrooms. This transformative experience brought long-standing issues, including sexual shame from a herpes diagnosis, to the surface, guiding her toward a path of authenticity and self-acceptance.Leslie shares her empowering transition from maidenhood to embracing the full spectrum of womanhood, notably choosing not to have children. Through her spiritual growth with mushrooms, she learned the importance of being open to receiving in all aspects of life. She discusses her career evolution from a news anchor to a podcast host, driven by the desire to have uncensored, profound conversations about taboo topics like sexual shame and the mother wound. Her experiences underscore the significance of understanding one's menstrual cycle and the empowerment that comes with embracing the dark feminine archetypes.The episode delves into the unique connections between womanhood, psychedelics, and self-discovery. Leslie highlights how psychedelics can help women reconnect with suppressed aspects of themselves, facilitated by an awareness of their natural cycles. We also touch on the benefits of microdosing mushrooms for both men and women, and how it aligns with our biological rhythms. Listen in for transformative insights on the balance between leadership and intuition and practical guidance for those interested in starting their microdosing journey. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone seeking personal growth and mental well-being.Where to find Leslie:Instagram @LeslieDraffinPodcast: The Light Within FREE GUIDE: https://lesliedraffin.myflodesk.com/microguideBOOK A CALL: https://calendly.com/lesliedraffin/book-a-callSupport the show=========================More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.comMore about Catherine / Being Space / Expansive Coaching https://beingspace.world✦ Explore Expansive Coaching If something in your life is beginning to open — or there is a sense of moving toward deeper alignment — you’re warmly invited into this work.This is a space for reflection, unfolding, and spacious conversation.A simple way to begin:🔹 Taste session (20–30 mins) — experience the work directly https://go.oncehub.com/TasteOfExpansiveCoaching🔹 Q&A call (15 mins) — ask questions and sense whether it feels aligned for you https://go.oncehub.com/ExpansiveCoachingQA🤝 Join our Being Space Community✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate