Julie Jewels Smoot

Creating Compassionate Boundaries: A serene setting for guided meditation encourages therapists and helping professionals to maintain empathy without personal depletion.

Take a moment to settle into a position that feels comfortable and supportive. Whether you are seated or lying down, allow your body to rest exactly as it is. There is nowhere you need to go. Nothing you need to accomplish. Nothing you need to become. For these next few moments...

Whether you are seated or lying down, allow your body to settle naturally. There is nowhere you need to be. Nothing you need to accomplish. This is a space where your imagination is free to wander. If it feels comfortable, gently close your eyes. Or soften your gaze. Take a slow breath in... And gently breathe out.

No amount of self-care can fully compensate for living in a place where my boundaries are routinely ignored. As someone living with Complex PTSD, trauma is not simply a memory of what happened years ago. Trauma also lives in my body. My nervous system is constantly evaluating whether the present moment is safe or unsafe. Every interaction either reinforces safety or reminds my body to stay on alert.

Take a moment to settle into a position that feels comfortable for your body. Allow yourself to arrive without rushing. There is nowhere else you need to be. Nothing you need to accomplish. Nothing you need to become. Simply arriving is enough. As the first gentle tones of the Venus Gong begin to resonate, notice how the sound gently fills the space around you.

As the soothing vibrations continue, consider the word softness. Many people have been taught that softness means weakness. That kindness means giving too much. That gentleness leaves us vulnerable. Today, let those ideas drift away like clouds moving across an open sky. Softness is not weakness. A flower bends with the wind instead of breaking.

There is no need to reach for it. No need to follow it. Simply receive. Take a slow, comfortable breath. Notice the air entering your body. Notice it leaving again. Your breath has always known its rhythm. Today, allow yourself to trust it.

You may even choose to keep your eyes open if that feels more supportive. There is no perfect posture. There is no right way to listen. Simply arriving is enough. As the first gentle tones of the Venus Gong begin to resonate, allow yourself to notice the sound without trying to follow it. The vibration arrives. It lingers.

Nothing to prove. Nothing to become. Simply breathing. Simply being. As your breathing settles into its natural rhythm, bring your awareness to the fact that every person carries experiences that have shaped them.

Notice the support beneath you. Notice the weight of your body being held. Notice that in this moment, you do not have to carry everything alone. Allow your attention to settle into the natural rhythm of your breathing. There is no need to control it. No need to make it deeper. Simply notice.

Find a position that feels comfortable for you today. You may choose to sit, lie down, or rest in whatever way allows your body to feel supported. There is nowhere you need to get to during this meditation. Nothing you need to achieve. Nothing you need to change. Simply allow yourself to arrive. Take a gentle breath in. And slowly let it go.

The Strawberry Moon reminds us that nature never rushes its cycles. Plants grow at their own pace. Seasons arrive in their own time. The moon completes its journey without comparison or urgency. We, too, can allow ourselves to move through life without demanding constant productivity or immediate transformation.

It remembers the people who welcomed us and the people who wounded us. It remembers the moments when we felt completely seen and the moments when we disappeared into silence.

Creating a safe space for healing, growth, and self-discovery is essential; prioritize your peace and well-being as seen in this calming, supportive environment.

A serene scene by the water at sunset emphasizes the importance of being present, with gentle reminders about self-acceptance and mindfulness, accompanied by soothing elements like candles and lavender.

Gentle hands cradle healing energy, surrounded by words of love, peace, and spiritual connection, embodying the essence of Reiki.

The Space After Holding is a thoughtful ambient album created for therapists, counselors, social workers, coaches, healthcare professionals, and anyone whose work involves holding space for others. Rather than focusing on productivity or performance, the album gently acknowledges the often-overlooked transition that occurs after a day of deep listening and emotional presence.

Visitors can discover a diverse array of recordings that are deeply inspired by the rich and intricate symbolism associated with the planets, each designed to evoke specific themes and emotional responses. These recordings invite listeners to immerse themselves in a unique auditory experience that resonates with the energies of the celestial bodies, fostering a deeper connection with both themselves and the universe around them

The Chiron Gong creates space for listening to what still exists beneath survival. In astrology, Chiron is often associated with the “wounded healer.” But in trauma-informed sound work, I approach Chiron differently. I do not believe every wound needs to become wisdom immediately. I do not believe pain must become purpose in order to deserve care.

Art has a way of touching the soul. It invites us to pause, to breathe, and to feel. My journey as an artist has been a gentle unfolding. It has been about discovering the quiet spaces within and sharing them with others. Through sound, energy work, and poetry, I have found a path to healing and growth. This is a story of that path, a story I hope will bring you calm and inspiration.