Julie Jewels Smoot

So much of life asks us to perform before we have even had a chance to settle. We are expected to know what to do, what to say, how to heal, and how quickly we should recover. We are handed instructions before we have even taken a breath. A trauma-informed listening session offers something different.

One of the defining characteristics of Julie Jewels Smoot's work is her trauma-informed approach. Her recordings are created with the understanding that every listener brings unique experiences to the music. Rather than directing emotions or requiring a specific response, the music invites listeners to engage in whatever way feels supportive. There is no pressure to meditate, relax, or process emotions in a prescribed way.