The Light Inside

In this episode of The Light Inside, I, Jeffrey Besecker, delve into the intricate relationship between our behaviors, emotional patterns, and the unresolved traumas that shape our lives. We explore the concept of pathology—not as a label of dysfunction, but as a way to better understand how our past experiences influence our present actions and emotional responses.

Joining me is Dr. Fred Moss, a seasoned psychiatrist and holist...

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the often-stigmatized topic of menopause, exploring how cultural narratives have historically framed it as a decline rather than a natural and empowering transition. Guest, Amita Sharma discusses the importance of breaking free from limiting belief systems and societal scripts that can diminish women's self-worth during perimenopause and menopause. 

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In this episode of The LightInside, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the concept of conditional self-worth and its impact on our relationships. He examines the subconscious and unconscious patterns that contribute to the "nice guy syndrome," exploring how early attachment wounds and covert social contracts shape our behaviors. The discussion highlights the chronic issues of over-acquiescence or ‘people-pleasing’, avoidance, and em...

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Biesecker delves into the complex relationship between chronic pain and emotional regulation with guest Butch Phelps. They discuss how subconscious and unconscious behavioral patterns, such as avoidance and emotional suppression, can reinforce pain cycles and affect the nervous system. The conversation highlights the concept of neural imprinting and its role in intensifying stress r...

Podcast Episode Summary: The Light Inside

Host: Jeffrey Besecker
Guest: Patrick Boylan, Actor, Musician, and Musical Educator

In this episode of The Light Inside, we explore the concept of mastery through the lens of learning to play an instrument, specifically the piano. Our guest, Patrick Boylan, shares his journey from a traditional piano student to an innovative educator and founder of Museflow, an educational star...

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey engages in a thought-provoking discussion with transformative wellness coach Lori Beth Martin. Together, they delve into the complexities of identity and anticipatory anxiety as individuals approach pre and early retirement. Lori Beth, a passionate advocate for women over 50, shares her insights on redefining retirement as a journey toward purpose and financial freedom.

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In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the complexities of intuition with Intuitive Transformation Coach, Denise Miceli. 

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the complexities of our inner truths and the stories we tell ourselves and others. He discusses how our mental snapshots may not accurately reflect our true selves and how these distorted narratives can obscure our essence. 

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the tumultuous journey of sexual awakening that many experience during their tweens and early teens.

Exploring the impact of emotional trauma on our decision-making, The Light Inside delves into how buried emotions can lead us astray in life. 

In this episode of The Light Inside, we delve into the intricate world of emotional triggers and self-regulation. We all experience moments when a seemingly innocuous comment or situation sends us spiraling into an emotional storm. Whether it's a partner's remark or a social media comment, our emotions can distort reality, leading to unnecessary conflict and misunderstanding.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Light Inside. I'm your host, Jeffrey Besecker. Today, we delve into the intriguing concept of authority bias—our tendency to place undue trust in authority figures and experts, often at the expense of critical thinking and personal judgment.

Explore the complexities of receiving feedback in this episode of The Light Inside. Discover how embracing criticism can lead to personal growth and wisdom, navigating through ego filters and emotional vulnerability. Dive into the importance of intellectual humility as a key to success, nurturing the seeds of correction for a flourishing garden of wisdom. 

In this episode of The Light Inside, we introduced a new feature called the Mind Warp, where we take a playful yet insightful look at the subconscious traps that hijack our health and happiness. Our brains are hardwired to protect us from uncomfortable truths, often employing creative cognitive biases and distortions to do so.

Today on The Light Inside, we delve into the intricate world of social stigmas and their impact on mental health. 

This episode of The Light Inside delves into the fascinating world of beliefs and how they impact our perceptions, decisions, interactions, and emotional well-being.

Today's episode explores the intricate world of our psyche and ego processes, shedding light on how they can sometimes lead to confusion.

In this episode of The Light Inside, we delve into the pervasive issue of distractions in our modern world, particularly focusing on how our tech habits can dominate our lives. I, Jeffrey Besecker, explore the concept of mindfulness as a powerful tool to disrupt impulsive tech use and foster intentional awareness and emotional regulation.

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores how our mental constructs shape our perception of life, delving into the benefits and adverse effects they bring.