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The Body Sets the Tempo: Gentle Movement for Nervous System Support
Gentle waves wash onto the shore as a serene sunrise paints the sky and ocean in hues of pink and blue.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 313 min read


The Body Notices Before the Mind Understands
Reflecting on Inner Wisdom: How Our Bodies Sense Before Our Minds Comprehend.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 304 min read


After the Gong Fades: Bringing the Quiet Into Everyday Life
A tranquil lakeside scene at sunrise, featuring a gong and mallet resting on a rock, set against the soft glow of the morning mist.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 305 min read


The Healing Power of Gentle Movement
Movement is often associated with effort. We hear messages that encourage us to move faster, work harder, lift more, and push beyond our limits. Exercise is frequently measured by intensity, calories burned, or personal records achieved. But movement does not always have to be demanding to be meaningful. Sometimes the most healing movement is also the gentlest. A slow stretch after waking. A mindful walk beneath the trees. Rolling your shoulders after hours at a desk. Moving
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 304 min read


Why I Call Them Listening Sessions Instead of Performances
Listening Sessions: A space dedicated to your personal experience, focusing on relaxation and self-reconnection through sound. Here, you choose your own way to participate, free from judgment or pressure, unlike traditional performances.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 294 min read


Creating a Space Where the Body Can Exhale
Gong studio featuring an array of large gongs, creating a serene environment for sound therapy and meditation.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 295 min read


Healing Happens on Its Own Timeline
A serene stack of stones balances on a tranquil beach as the sun sets over the ocean, symbolizing peace and healing.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 294 min read


What to Expect During Your First Gong Listening Session
A serene setup featuring three gongs mounted on stands, surrounded by colorful banners with symbols, creating a tranquil atmosphere for meditation or sound therapy.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 294 min read


Why Gentle Movement Can Support the Nervous System
A person practices gentle somatic movement on a yoga mat, focusing on mindful body awareness in a serene, sunlit room.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 294 min read


Nothing Is Required: A Different Way to Approach Healing
A serene scene with gentle flowing water and wildflowers conveys a message of calm acceptance with the text "Nothing Is Required of You."
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 294 min read


Holding Space Without Losing Yourself: The Therapist Listening Trilogy
A serene studio space featuring meditation gongs, ambient lighting, and cozy seating, perfect for relaxation and creativity.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 283 min read


The Listening Trilogy: The Ground Does Not Move • Nothing Is Required of You • Still Alive
Album Trilogy: "The Ground Holds. Nothing Is Required. Still Alive." showcases three compelling albums — "The Ground That Does Not Move" by JS Worldbridger, "Nothing Is Required of You" by Julie Jewels Smoot, and "Still Alive" by Author Honey Badger, embodying themes of grounding, permission, and survival. Some music asks you to become something. Some music asks you to feel something. Some music asks you to heal. This trilogy asks none of those things. The Ground Does Not Mov
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 283 min read


Where Softness Begins: A Sidereal Moon Gong Listening Session
Sound has a unique way of supporting this process. The sustained tones of the Sidereal Moon Gong unfold gradually, creating an atmosphere that encourages slowing down rather than speeding up. Instead of directing your experience, the sound simply offers space. Some listeners notice their breathing becoming deeper. Others become aware of areas of tension they hadn't recognized before. Some simply enjoy a few quiet moments away from the demands of everyday life.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 223 min read


The Space to Be Enough – Beginning Exactly Where You Are
There is a quiet belief many of us carry without realizing it. "I'll begin when I'm calmer." "I'll meditate when my thoughts settle down." "I'll rest after I finish everything." "I'll take care of myself when I have more time." The list continues, always placing well-being somewhere in the future. Trauma-informed gong listening offers another possibility. What if you began exactly where you are? Not after your anxiety disappears. Not after your schedule becomes lighter. Not a
Julie Jewels Smoot
Jul 192 min read


Embracing Healing Through the Chiron Gong
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.
Julie Jewels Smoot
May 213 min read


The Artistic World of Julie Jewels Smoot: Artist Sound Healing
Sound and energy work together in a delicate balance. When I experience this combination, I notice how it shifts my mood and opens my heart. The vibrations from sound can clear away heaviness. Energy work supports this by helping to realign and refresh the body’s natural state.
Julie Jewels Smoot
May 184 min read


Julie Jewels Smoot: A Journey into Sound Alchemy Practices
Sound alchemy is a beautiful art. It uses sound to heal, to balance, and to awaken. The sounds are not just noises. They are tools. Tools that help us connect with ourselves. Tools that help us find harmony in a busy world. When I first discovered this path, I felt a quiet calling. A whisper that said, "Come closer. Listen. Heal."
Julie Jewels Smoot
May 54 min read


Discovering the Work of Julie Jewels Smoot: An Artist Sound Healing Journey
When I first encountered the gentle art of sound healing, I felt a quiet invitation to slow down. It was a moment of calm in a busy world. This is the essence of the work by julie jewels smoot, an artist sound healing guide who offers a path to harmony and balance. Her approach is soft, soothing, and deeply personal. It invites you to explore your inner landscape with kindness and care.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Apr 274 min read


For Therapists & Practitioners: A Trauma-Informed Sound Series
This series is not about adding another tool to your toolbox.
It is not about doing more, guiding more, or facilitating more.
It is about something quieter.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Apr 91 min read


Julie Jewels Smoot Sound Practices: A Gentle Journey into Healing
Healing through sound is a gentle process. It works on many levels - physical, emotional, and spiritual. When you experience Julie Jewels Smoot sound practices, you may notice a softening of stress and anxiety. Your body may feel lighter, your mind clearer.
Julie Jewels Smoot
Mar 174 min read
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