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Before You Join: A Few Things to Know

  • Writer: Julie Jewels Smoot
    Julie Jewels Smoot
  • Jan 11
  • 2 min read
Calm waters mirror the vibrant hues of dawn as the sun rises over the tranquil lake, painting the sky and clouds in captivating shades of blue.
Calm waters mirror the vibrant hues of dawn as the sun rises over the tranquil lake, painting the sky and clouds in captivating shades of blue.

This membership is not meant to persuade you.


Before you join, I want to be clear about what this space offers—and what it does not—so you can decide without pressure, urgency, or self-negotiation.


You are not late.


Nothing here is scarce.

You do not need to be ready.


This Is Not a Program


There is no start date.

There is no sequence.


There is no expectation of progress.

You will not be guided toward an outcome.


You will not be told what to feel.

You will not be asked to stay longer than you want.


If you are looking for structure, instruction, or activation, this space may not be a fit.


You Do Not Have to Listen “Correctly”


There is no correct way to engage with sound here.

You may:


  • Listen briefly

  • Stop midway

  • Skip tracks entirely

  • Return weeks or months later


You do not have to finish anything.

You do not have to feel calm.

You do not have to notice change.


Your nervous system decides what is enough.


Rest Is Not Required


This may sound strange to say, but it matters:


You are not required to rest here.

You are not required to slow down.

You are not required to regulate.

You are not required to heal.


Sound is offered as an invitation, not a task.


This Space Is Intentionally Quiet


There is no community obligation.

There is no expectation to post, share, or respond.

There are no prompts asking you to reflect or explain your experience.


The membership exists to reduce stimulation—not add another place you have to show up.


A Note About Safety and Responsibility


This work is not medical or therapeutic treatment.


It does not replace professional care.


If you experience discomfort, overwhelm, or distress, stopping is always allowed.


Listening is always optional.


You are responsible for caring for your body and nervous system.

This space is designed to support consent, not override it.


Reasons You Might Choose Not to Join (And That’s Okay)


You might decide not to join if:


  • You want clear instructions or goals

  • You’re seeking guaranteed outcomes

  • You want interactive or social engagement

  • You’re in a season where sound feels like too much


Not joining is a valid choice.


There is nothing to miss.

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All audio recordings, guided listening experiences, and sound works on this site are created and voiced by Julie Jewels Smoot, JS Worldbridger and Author Honey Badger. 

No AI-generated voices, deepfake technology, or synthetic identity tools are used in the creation of this work. All recordings reflect original human performance, composition, and production.

The offerings on this site are presented as trauma-informed guided listening and sound experiences. They are not therapy, medical treatment, mental health care, or clinical services, and they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition.

Participation is always optional. Listeners are free to pause, stop, or disengage at any time. No outcome, improvement, or response is promised or required.

This site provides pre-recorded audio content only and does not offer live facilitation, coaching, counseling, or real-time interaction unless explicitly stated.

By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that you are responsible for choosing the type of support that best meets your needs.

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