Unlocking Healing: Somatic Mindfulness & Psychedelic Medicine with Leslie Draffin

In this episode of Mindful Living, host Sana dives deep into the transformative world of somatic mindfulness and intentional psychedelic medicine with Leslie Draffin—a Women’s Somatic Coach, Psychedelic Microdosing Guide, and Menstrual Cycle Educator. Leslie shares her personal journey of healing from anxiety, binge drinking, and self-worth struggles through psilocybin microdosing and somatic practices.

She introduces her Cyclical Microdosing Method, a groundbreaking approach designed to help women heal hormonal imbalances, trauma, and reconnect with their bodies. We explore how sacred plant medicine, breathwork, and somatic awareness can unlock profound healing—especially for midlife women navigating transitions.

About the Guest:

Leslie is a former journalist turned healer, guiding women to reclaim their bodies, sexuality, and intuition through mindful practices. Her pioneering Cyclical Microdosing Method aligns psychedelic use with the menstrual cycle, offering a holistic approach to mental, emotional, and hormonal balance.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Somatic mindfulness is more than just mental work—it’s about tuning into the body’s signals and healing through movement, breath, and awareness.
✅ Psychedelic microdosing can help rewire the brain, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional resilience without hallucinations.
✅ The menstrual cycle is a superpower, not a burden—understanding its phases can enhance healing and self-trust.
✅ Midlife transitions are an opportunity for growth and self-reclamation, and psychedelics can support this journey.
✅ Healing is about reconnecting with the body, cycles, and inner wisdom—not just fixing what’s broken.

Connect with Leslie Draffin:

Leslie Draffin offers a free, week-long email course on cyclical microdosing which covers everything from tracking your cycle to somatic practices for integration. The course includes short, 20-minute videos and journal prompts. For beginners, she also provides a free Microdosing guide. You can find her on Instagram (@LeslieDraffin), listen to her podcast "The Light Within," or visit her website at lesliedraffin.com for more information.

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