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Leslie Draffin on Why Self-Sabotage Is Protection and How to Regulate Your Nervous System
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- The Soul Mirror Podcast
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- Apr 7, 2026
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- 1434
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Summary
Why do we repeat patterns we know don’t serve us? In this episode of The Soul Mirror , hosted by Shreya, we explore a deeper truth—what if self-sabotage isn’t failure, but protection? This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck despite doing “everything right.” You’ll learn how your nervous system shapes behavior, why awareness alone isn’t enough, and how small body-based practices can gently shift you from survival mode into self-trust. About the Guest: Leslie Draffin is a trauma-informed somatic practitioner and former news anchor who helps women regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with clarity, safety, and self-trust. Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Why we repeat self-sabotage patterns 04:20 – Self-sabotage as nervous system protection 08:45 – Childhood imprints and survival responses 13:10 – How dysregulation shows up daily 17:30 – Anxiety: sensation before thought 21:50 – The Shift Method explained 26:40 – Healing without shame Key Takeaways: Self-sabotage often comes from learned safety patterns Awareness softens shame and builds compassion The body reacts before the mind understands Small daily practices can regulate the nervous system Healing is about safety, not fixing yourself How to Connect With the Guest: Shift Method free ebook Website Instagram | TikTok 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life ? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requ…