The Light Inside

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Latest Episodes

Moving on from Narcissistic Abuse: Letting Go and Finding Healing with Shannon Petrovich
October 18, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the concept of moving on from narcissistic abuse. He discusses the tendency to obsessively ruminate on the experience and seek revenge, rather than focusing on letting go and finding heal

The Power of Slowing Down: Taking Time for Careful Consideration with Kathy Hadizadeh
October 13, 2023

In this episode, Jeffrey Besecker and Kathy Hadizadeh delve into the concept of action bias, heuristics, and their effect on decision-making.  They discuss the importance of ego development, moving away from binary thinking, and the value of "pause

Running in Circles: How Diffusing Subconscious Patterns Frees Us From Rumination and Negative Belief Systems with Erin Mac
October 05, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the complexities of circular thinking and rumination with Executive Coach Erin Mac.  They discuss how these thought patterns can lead to heightened stress and anxiety levels, hinder deci

Humor’s Bad Reputation: The Role Comedy Plays Both in Social Bonding and Emotional Coping with Alfie Noakes
September 29, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the power of humor.  He discusses how humor can serve as a life raft in difficult times, lighten the load during troubled times, and even procrastinate from doing actual work. Jeffrey em

The Transformative Potential of Understanding Attachment Styles
September 22, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the importance of healthy connections in our lives. He delves into the spiritual journey of forming these connections and the mental obstacles that can hinder them.  By examining the infl

The Magnetic Heart of God: Understanding the Five Cravings of Your Soul with Cory Rosenke
September 14, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the concept of the soul and why we have one.  Joined by author, pastor, and theologian Corey Rosenke, they delve into the origins of the soul, the mysteries it holds, and the questions i

The Cognitive Bias of Declinism: Chasing Truth in a Changing World
September 08, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the concept of declinism and its impact on our ability to find solutions to the global crises we face.Author Jeff Hardy, joins us to discuss how the looming threat of the sixth human mass

How Unconscious Psychological Factors Contribute to Healthy Weight Regulation with Cody Golman
August 30, 2023

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the psychology behind body weight regulation. He delves into various factors such as energetic intake and expenditure, the role of hormones, and the influence of genetics on body weight. 

The Uncharted Waters: Understanding the Mental and Emotional Storm of Cancer
August 25, 2023

On this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker explores the labyrinthian experience of battling cancer. With over 19.3 million people globally uttering the phrase "It's cancer" each year, the emotional roller coaster of uncertain

Empty: How Anhedonia Steals Our Light with Tanith Carey
August 10, 2023

In this opening episode of Season 5 of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker and guest Tanith Carey explores the topic of emptiness and anhedonia, the silent thief of joy.Carey describes the experience of waking up to a world devoid of colors and melo