Naturally Empowered Living | Root Cause Therapy, Energetic Alignment, Instinctive Meditation, Self Healing, Intuitive Guidanc

After nearly 200 episodes, I'm pressing pause on the Naturally Empowered Living Podcast. This is a deeply personal episode.. I'm sharing the story behind one of the most intuitive decisions I've ever made. For months, I felt a quiet knowing that this chapter had come to completion..not because something was wrong, but because something new was asking for space. We talk about what it means to trust your intuition before burnout, listen to your nervous system before it forces you to slow down, and honor the natural seasons of growth that shape all of our lives. This conversation is about so much more than a podcast. It's about self-awakening. It's about releasing what no longer aligns, even when it's beautiful. It's about choosing presence over productivity, integration over information, and trusting that endings often become the doorway to something even more meaningful. In this episode, I share: Why I'm intentionally pausing the podcast The evolution from The Balanced Mom Method to Naturally Empowered Living What self-awakening has taught me about intuition, surrender, and alignment What this next season of life will look like And how listening to my personal story, if you’re ever going through the same thing, how to navigate it… If this podcast has supported your journey, thank you for allowing me to walk alongside you. The nearly 200 episodes will remain available, and I've created a curated listening guide so you can explore conversations based on where you are in your healing journey. This isn't goodbye. It's simply a sacred pause. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ Website: www.naturallyempoweredliving.com Stay up to date on offerings: https://linktr.ee/naturallyempoweredliving EPISODE CATALOG START HERE: The Naturally Empowered Living Podcast Guide Nearly 200 episodes to support you wherever you are on your healing journey. New Here? Start with These: These are the episodes that best represent my work today. 187 – What I Believe About Healing Now: The Missing Link 180 – Emotional Healing and Mental Health 178 – Cognitive Dissonance and the Nervous System 164 – From Autopilot to Embodied Living 153 – Breaking Free from Survival Mode 140 – The Missing Piece of Our Human Experience Your Past Lives in Your Present Patterns: For anyone wanting to understand subconscious healing. 171 – Root Cause Therapy Testimonial 167 – Alcohol as a Protector 155 – Understanding Trauma as a Spectrum 153 – Breaking Free from Survival Mode 150 – Breaking the Cycle of Generational Trauma 148 – Healing Identity Loss 145 – The Power of Self Trust 134 – Healing Through Root Cause Therapy 125 – Root Cause Therapy Testimonial 109 – Beyond the Surface: Root Cause Therapy & Energetics 96 – Healing Generational Trauma 80 – The Power of Subconscious Healing Feelings Are Messengers: Gaining a different perspective 182 – Forgiving Others Meditation 180 – Emotional Healing & Mental Health 179 – Responsibility vs Guilt 176 – Gratitude & Your Nervous System 170 – Self Forgiveness Meditation 168 – Healing Through Vulnerability 166 – Forgiveness to Ascend 141 – Hidden Weight of Shame 136 – Facing Your Shadow 123 – Transform Jealousy & Judgment 112 – Emotional Triggers 111 – Trapped Emotions 106 – Beyond Toxic Positivity 69 – Navigating Heavy Waves 45 – Bitterness & Resentment 30 – Managing Emotions Feeling Before Understanding: Episodes about why information isn't enough. 187 – What I Believe About Healing Now: The Missing Link 186 – Why We Analyze Instead of Feel 180 – Emotional Healing & Mental Health 178 – Cognitive Dissonance & the Nervous System 169 – Healing Begins with Safety 164 – From Autopilot to Embodied Living 162 – Why Awareness Alone Doesn't Create Change 157 – From Survival to Presence 152 – The Missing Link Between Knowing & Healing 132 – Moving from Insight into Integration 127 – Healing Beyond Mindset 120 – Your Body Knows Before Your Mind Does 100 – Healing Isn't About More Information 91 – When Self-Awareness Isn't Enough Nervous System Healing: Understanding safety, regulation, and why your body is part of the healing process. 180 – Emotional Healing & Mental Health 178 – Cognitive Dissonance & the Nervous System 176 – Gratitude Through the Lens of the Nervous System 169 – Healing Begins with Safety 162 – The Body Remembers 157 – From Survival Mode to Regulation 153 – Breaking Free from Survival Mode 151 – Learning to Feel Safe Again 132 – Healing Through Integration 127 – Regulating Before Rewiring 120 – The Wisdom of Your Nervous System Self-Awakening: Wake up from autopilot and reconnect with who you've always been. 181 – The Journey Back to Yourself 177 – Trusting the Next Chapter 172 – Becoming Who You Already Are 164 – From Autopilot to Embodied Living 163 – Choosing Alignment Over Conditioning 154 – Returning to Your Authentic Self 147 – Awakening Through Adversity 146 – Living with Intention 144 – The Call to Wake Up 143 – Remembering Your True Self 135 – The Expansion That Changes Everything 129 – Creating a Life That Feels Like Yours 128 – Aligning with Your Highest Self 121 – Healing & Conscious Living 116 – Following Your Inner Knowing 115 – Choosing Yourself Again 113 – Breaking Free from Old Identities 107 – Becoming More You 101 – Alignment Over Achievement 90 – The Power of Presence 89 – The Journey Within 87 – Learning to Trust Yourself 81 – Living Awake 79 – Embracing Change 76 – Following Your Intuition 68 – Rediscovering Yourself 60 – Choosing Growth 55 – A Different Way of Living 51 – The Beginning of Self-Awakening Trust Yourself & Intuition: Strengthen your inner guidance and learn to hear yourself again. 181 – The Journey Back to Yourself 177 – Trusting the Next Chapter 172 – Listening to Your Inner Voice 169 – Feeling Safe to Trust Yourself 163 – Choosing Yourself 154 – Returning to Your Authentic Self 145 – The Power of Self Trust 144 – Learning Discernment 116 – Following Your Inner Knowing 101 – Trusting Yourself Over Outside Noise 87 – Building Self-Trust 76 – Intuition Over Fear 68 – Learning to Listen Within 47 – Reconnecting with Your Inner Wisdom 36 – Trust Yourself First Energy & Emotional Alignment: Healing isn't about forcing. It's about allowing. 173 – Raising Your Emotional Baseline 166 – Forgiveness as an Energetic Shift 165 – Protecting Your Energy 154 – Living in Alignment 132 – Moving from Insight into Integration 128 – Your Energy Creates Your Experience 124 – Healing Your Energy Field 122 – Choosing Alignment Daily 121 – Embodying the Life You Want 115 – Expanding Your Capacity for Joy 109 – Beyond the Surface: Root Cause Therapy & Energetics 107 – Becoming an Energetic Match 104 – Energy Never Lies 101 – Aligning with Your Future Self 99 – Living from Your Highest Timeline 94 – Creating from Alignment 85 – Your Emotional Frequency Matters 84 – The Energy You Carry 75 – Healing Through Energy 66 – Returning to Balance Motherhood & Identity: Where it all began. 110 – Motherhood & Self-Discovery 105 – Losing Yourself to Find Yourself 98 – The Identity Shift of Motherhood 97 – Becoming a Different Woman 92 – Healing While Raising Children 91 – The Invisible Mental Load 88 – Motherhood & Self-Worth 86 – Learning to Receive Support 74 – Balancing Motherhood & Self 71 – Redefining Success as a Mom 70 – The Seasons of Motherhood 63 – Choosing Presence Over Perfection 62 – Letting Go of Mom Guilt 54 – Permission to Slow Down 53 – Finding Yourself Again 50 – You Matter Too 39 – Breaking the Perfect Mom Myth 24 – The Birth of The Balanced Mom Method 20 – Early Lessons in Motherhood 11 – Where This Journey Began Guided Meditations 55 - Embodying your true self 94 - Grounding Meditation 101 - Finding Alignment Through Instinctive Meditation 114 - Choosing Happiness During the Holidays 117 - A Holiday Season Prayer 124 - Cord Cutting Meditation with Color Visualization 139 - Inner Child Healing Meditation 170 - A Self-Forgiveness Meditation 173 - Spring Equinox Meditation 182 - Forgiving Others Meditation P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

Have you ever wondered why manifestation seems to work effortlessly for some people while you feel like you're doing everything "right" and still not seeing results? In today's episode, I'm joined by bestselling author, energetic alignment coach, and co-host of the High Vibin' It podcast, Kelsey Aida, for a conversation that challenges some of the biggest misconceptions about manifestation. Together, we explore why manifestation isn't working for so many people and how hidden internal resistance can quietly keep us stuck…even when we're motivated, taking action, and genuinely wanting change. One of my favorite parts of this conversation is how closely this idea connects to the work I do around emotional healing and energetic alignment. Because often, what we're trying to create isn't being blocked by a lack of effort…it's being held back by unresolved resistance we haven't yet recognized. Inside this episode, you'll learn: What "sneaky resistance" actually is and how to recognize it. Why motivation or ‘manifesting’ alone doesn't create lasting change. Why manifestation appears to work for some people and not others. Practical ways to move from resistance into alignment. If you've ever asked yourself, "Why isn't manifestation working for me?," this episode will offer a refreshing perspective and practical insights you can begin applying today. Thank you for joining me for another episode of Naturally Empowered Living. As always, my hope is that every conversation helps you reconnect with yourself, understand your energy more deeply, and move toward the life you're here to create. J Mentioned in the show: Where to Connect with Kelsey: Pre-order The Manifesting Fix today: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250432674/themanifestingfix/ Website: KelseyAida.com Connect with Kelsey on Social: @KelseyAida Listen to the High Vibin' It Podcast: https://podfollow.com/high-vibin-it Subscribe to Kelsey’s Substack: Aligned & Abundant https://kelseyaida.substack.com/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

For years, I believed that if I could just understand myself deeply enough, everything would change. I studied trauma, spirituality, the nervous system, subconscious beliefs, energy, psychology..you name it. I wanted to know why I thought the way I did, why I reacted the way I did, and where all of my patterns came from. That season gave me so much. But eventually I realized something. Understanding my emotions wasn't the same as allowing myself to feel them. Self-awareness isn't enough. In this episode, I'm sharing how my perspective on healing has evolved and why I now believe that self-awareness, while incredibly important, is only the beginning. We explore: Why self-awareness isn't always enough for lasting transformation The missing link between insight and integration Why feelings are messengers, not problems to solve How your past continues to shape your present patterns The role of the subconscious mind in creating recurring behaviours Why resisting emotions often keeps us stuck longer than feeling them What healing means to me today Regardless of where you are in your healing journey, I hope this conversation invites you to approach yourself with more compassion, curiosity, and trust. Because healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's about creating a safe space to feel what you've never been allowed to feel and building a life rooted in choice rather than conditioning. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Ways to connect and work together: https://linktr.ee/naturallyempoweredliving If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone you love who might need this reminder today. Leaving a review is a beautiful way to help these conversations reach more people who are ready for them. P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

What does integrity actually feel like in your body? After the response to Episode 184, The Power of Integrity, I knew there was another layer of this conversation that needed to be explored. In the first episode, I talked about integrity as a choice. In this episode, I'm talking about integrity as an experience. Many of us can recognize when we're speaking our truth intellectually, but we don't always recognize what living in alignment, or out of alignment, feels like within ourselves. I explore the difference between the discomfort of abandoning yourself and the discomfort of becoming yourself, how the nervous system responds when old patterns are challenged, and why feeling uncomfortable doesn't automatically mean something is wrong. Together we'll explore: What living in integrity feels like in the body Why self-abandonment often creates confusion and internal friction The connection between people-pleasing and nervous system safety How old survival patterns react when you choose authenticity Questions to help uncover what is underneath your discomfort Why rewiring often feels messy before it feels freeing This conversation is a reminder that discomfort is not always a sign you're out of alignment. Sometimes it's a sign you're finally moving toward it. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone you love who might need this reminder today. Leaving a review is a beautiful way to help these conversations reach more people who are ready for them. And if you're ready to explore the deeper roots beneath people-pleasing, fear of judgment, or self-abandonment, I'd be honored to support you. https://linktr.ee/naturallyempoweredliving P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

In this episode, I sit down with Lynnsey, Spiritual Hypnotherapist, founder of the Align Your Mind™ app, and co-host of High Vibin’ It and Spiritual Kinks. From the moment we began speaking, the conversation flowed with ease, depth, and an unexpected sense of familiarity..like we had already been in conversation in another lifetime. What unfolded was an honest and expansive exploration of spiritual hypnotherapy and subconscious mind patterns and how they shape the way we experience our reality. We dive into Lynnsey’s story and the synchronicities that guided her into the work she does today, and how life often reveals our path long before we consciously understand it. What we move through together: How to recognize synchronicity and trust the unfolding of your life The difference between expansive fear and contracting fear The conscious vs subconscious mind and how much of our experience is shaped beneath awareness Common hypnosis myths and misunderstandings about the subconscious What it truly means to feel your emotions fully instead of suppressing or bypassing them Today’s episode truly felt like one of those conversations that unfolds itself in real time. It is less about theory and more about what it feels like to wake up inside your own life. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Where to find Lynnsey Robinson: Website: lynnseyrobinson.com IG/TikTok: @lynnseyrobinson Align Your Mind App: free to download & free resources: https://lynnseyrobinson.com/align-your-mindtm-app Podcasts: High Vibin' It and Spiritual Kinks P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling unsettled, replaying what you said, wishing you had spoken up..or stayed true to yourself? And have you ever experienced the opposite? That quiet steadiness that comes from knowing you honored your values, even when it wasn't easy? In this episode of the Naturally Empowered Living Podcast, I'm reflecting on The Power of Integrity and the difference it feels inside of us when we are living in alignment with ourselves... and when we're not. Through personal stories and reflections, I explore the subtle ways people-pleasing, fear of judgment, and the desire to belong can pull us away from our truth. We talk about the hidden cost of self-abandonment, the freedom that comes from self-trust, and why integrity isn't about being right..it's about being aligned. This conversation also touches on how our nervous systems often associate approval with safety, and how healing can help us build a deeper sense of safety within ourselves. Integrity isn't just about what we say. It's about how we feel when we're alone with ourselves afterward. In this episode, we explore: The emotional cost of living out of integrity Why approval can feel safer than authenticity The difference between peace and people-pleasing How fear of judgment influences our choices What integrity feels like in everyday moments Why living your truth gives others permission to live theirs I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: If this episode resonated with you, the most meaningful way to support the show is to share it with a loved one who might need to hear this message today. You can also take a moment to leave a review..it helps this work reach more people who are ready for this kind of healing and truth. And if you’re in a season of wanting to go deeper - into your patterns, your voice, your nervous system, your truth - you can explore working together here: https://linktr.ee/naturallyempoweredliving P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

In this episode, I explore the Blue Moon in Sagittarius through a trauma-informed lens. Sagittarius is often associated with expansion, possibility, and seeing a bigger vision for your life. But what I've learned through years of trauma-informed healing work is that expansion isn't always experienced as freedom. Sometimes it's experienced as threat. Sometimes the very thing we consciously want is the thing our nervous system has learned to fear. In this episode, I speak about: how/why expansion can feel unsafe even when we consciously want it how emotional memory influences our capacity for growth the difference between mindset change and nervous system change and how unresolved experiences can quietly shape the limits we live inside I also guide you through reflective journal prompts to help you notice where your own patterns of expansion and resistance may be showing up right now. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Explore ways to work together, FREE and paid offerings: https://linktr.ee/naturallyempoweredliving P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

In today’s episode, I’m opening something special from my Soul Awakening Meditation Library and sharing it here on the podcast: a guided Forgiving Others Meditation. This practice is designed to support emotional release, nervous system safety, embodiment, and creating space for your next level of soul expression because there is so much energy we quietly spend carrying resentment, hurt, disappointment, and emotional weight that no longer belongs in our nervous system. Inside this episode we explore: releasing emotional attachments that no longer serve you creating safety in your body while processing difficult emotions softening resentment without bypassing your experience allowing forgiveness to become an act of freedom rather than force creating space for healing, embodiment, and expansion After the meditation, I also share simple ways to integrate what surfaced and invite you deeper into this work through the Soul Awakening Meditation Library. If this episode resonates, I would also love to invite you to Slow Water Retreat on July 25th, 2026.. a beautiful retreat experience centered around slowing down, reconnecting, embodiment, nervous system nourishment, and returning home to yourself. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Soul Awakening Meditation Library: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/meditation-library/ Slow Water Retreat: https://www.brit-thompson.com/slow-water-retreat P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

This episode is the final workshop in the 3-part series: How to Build Trust in Yourself by Reconnecting with Your Felt Sense. In Workshops 1 and 2, we explored reconnecting to the body, nervous system awareness, emotional safety, and understanding why self-trust can feel difficult even when you’re highly self-aware. In this final workshop, we go deeper into: why patterns repeat even when you understand them how limiting beliefs are formed through emotional experiences nervous system protection responses self-abandonment and emotional imprints why behavior is often the surface expression of something deeper how real transformation happens at the root This episode also includes a guided somatic process to help you reconnect with your internal signals and begin gently shifting patterns from the body upward. Thank you to everyone who attended the live workshop experience and helped make this series so meaningful. The conversations, vulnerability, and connection throughout these workshops reminded me how deeply people are craving safe spaces to reconnect with themselves and each other. The full 3-part workshop series is now available with lifelong replay access. Grab the link below. Slow Water Retreat | July 25th. A deeper immersive healing experience centered around nervous system healing, somatic work, emotional processing, reflection, and community. Grab the link below. Closing note: We feel stuck because we’ve been trying to change at the level of ‘behavior’… without accessing the level where the pattern actually lives. You don’t need to force a new version of yourself. You just need to stay connected to the one that’s already here. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Free enrollment in workshop series: https://l.bttr.to/F2C4E Slow Water Retreat: https://www.brit-thompson.com/slow-water-retreat-tickets PW: slowwater [ slow water, all one word, lowercase ] P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

In this episode, I continue last week’s conversation around people-pleasing, emotional over-responsibility, and nervous system survival by exploring the deeper connection between emotional healing and mental health. For Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to open up a more nuanced conversation around suppressed emotions, trauma, nervous system patterns, and the way emotional pain can slowly become identity. I share my perspective on: emotion as “energy in motion” the impact of emotional suppression on the body and nervous system mental health labels and identity the difference between managing symptoms vs healing somatic work, nervous system support, and trauma-informed care why healing is not about “fixing” yourself This episode is not about dismissing mental health struggles. It is about expanding the conversation and recognizing that healing often requires more than symptom management alone. Because we are not just working with thoughts. We are working with lived, embodied experience. If you have ever felt disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by your emotional world, or exhausted from trying to “manage” your healing journey, this conversation is for you. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Explore Root Cause Therapy: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/root-cause-therapy/ NAMI: nami.org NAMI Helpline: www.nami.org/nami-helpline/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

Being Mental Health Awareness Month, I invite us to go deeper than symptom management. In this episode, we explore a common yet overlooked emotional pattern impacting mental health, burnout, relationships, and more: When responsibility becomes guilt. If you’ve ever felt emotionally responsible for other people’s reactions, struggled with people-pleasing, or found yourself carrying burdens that were never truly yours, this conversation will help you understand why. Inside this episode we explore: Why responsibility and guilt often become unconsciously fused How childhood and/or societal conditioning may shape emotional over-responsibility The nervous system roots of people-pleasing Why guilt isn’t always a sign you’re doing something wrong The difference between healthy responsibility and emotional self-abandonment How Root-Cause Therapy helps uncover and heal these deeper patterns This episode offers a therapeutic, educational perspective on how unresolved emotional experiences can shape adult patterns, and how healing at the root creates true freedom. If you’re ready to stop carrying emotional weight that was never yours, this episode is for you. Listen now and begin exploring the deeper patterns beneath guilt, burnout, and people-pleasing. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Explore Root Cause Therapy: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/root-cause-therapy/ NAMI: nami.org NAMI Helpline: www.nami.org/nami-helpline/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

Let’s explore the connection between cognitive dissonance and the nervous system, and why change can feel so uncomfortable…even when you deeply want it. Building on episode 176 and conversations around gratitude, emotional states, and the “messy middle,” this episode breaks down what happens when your internal world begins to shift… but your patterns, behaviours, and identity haven’t fully caught up yet. Cognitive dissonance is often experienced as a gap..the space between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. And without understanding how the nervous system is involved, many people interpret that potential discomfort as failure or inconsistency when it can be magical and the catalyst for manifestation and alchemy. In this episode, I walk through: What cognitive dissonance actually is and how it shows up in real life Why this phase of change is actually a good sign What’s happening when your old patterns and new desires overlap How to start working with your system so change feels more natural The connection between visualization, cognitive dissonance, manifestation,and alchemy A simple journaling practice to begin bridging the gap between present and future self If you’re in a season of growth… where things feel different, but not fully “there” yet… This one will meet you exactly where you are. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: My Energy of Alignment: A 3-Month Rituals Journal & Planner for Embodied Living: https://amzn.to/4tZEwF5 Learn More about Root Cause Therapy: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/root-cause-therapy/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

I’m sharing Workshop 2 of my 3-part series: How to Build Trust in Yourself by Reconnecting with Your Felt Sense. In Workshop 1, we focused on reconnecting to the body, without force. In this session, we move beyond reconnection and begin to understand why you do what you do.. exploring the internal systems that drive your patterns, behaviors, and decisions. Many of us are highly self-aware, yet still find ourselves repeating the same cycles. This workshop helps you understand why.. not from a mindset level, but from the nervous system and subconscious patterns beneath the surface. Inside this workshop, we explore: Why you repeat patterns even when you’re self-aware How your nervous system influences your behaviors and decisions The difference between thinking your way through life vs feeling your way through it How patterns are formed beneath conscious awareness A guided somatic practice to reconnect and listen to your internal signals You may want to have a journal and water nearby, as the workshop includes reflection and a guided somatic experience. This work is about removing shame and bringing understanding back to your experience..because nothing is wrong with you.. your system is doing exactly what it learned to do. Your past lives in your present patterns. Learn to feel, not just think.. and reconnect to the you beneath your behavior. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: If you missed Workshop 1, free enrollment in workshop series: https://l.bttr.to/F2C4E Workshop #3 [May 16th]: Rewiring at the Root: https://www.facebook.com/naturallyempoweredlivingdotcom Slow Water Retreat [July 25]: https://www.brit-thompson.com/slow-water-retreat P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

In this episode, we explore the deeper connection between gratitude & the nervous system, and why traditional mindset approaches don’t always create lasting change. While gratitude is often positioned as a powerful tool for shifting your reality, many people find themselves feeling stuck..unable to access or sustain those positive states. This episode unpacks why that happens through the lens of Root-Cause Therapy and emotional processing. We dive into how your internal state shapes your perception, behaviour, and results, and why unresolved emotional experiences can override even the strongest mindset practices. This conversation also introduces the concept of the “messy middle” - where real transformation occurs - not in extremes, but in the integration of both deeper healing and intentional emotional shifts. In this episode, I break down: why gratitude sometimes works… and sometimes doesn’t what’s actually happening in your body when you try to “shift your mindset” and how to use gratitude in a way that actually creates change This is the work beneath the work. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: My Energy of Alignment: A 3-Month Rituals Journal & Planner for Embodied Living: https://amzn.to/4tZEwF5 Learn More about Root Cause Therapy: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/root-cause-therapy/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

Not everything that supports your mental health looks like therapy..and in this episode, we’re coming back to the basics. In a world that constantly encourages more - more productivity, more optimization, more doing - it’s easy to overlook the simple practices that quietly support our mental, emotional, and spiritual health in the most sustainable ways. This episode explores the power of returning to foundational habits that regulate the nervous system, create space for emotional processing, and support the body from the inside out. And personally, I am sharing the simple practices that I have been leaning into lately.. practices I have used for years, and continue to return to as anchors in my daily life. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you need to do more to feel better, this conversation will bring you back to what truly matters. Spoiler, it’s simpler than you think. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Foot Soaks: Go check em out at Rooted Collective 201! P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

If you’ve been navigating eczema and feel like you’ve tried everything without lasting relief, this episode offers a completely different perspective. In this conversation, I sit down with Abbie Bradford, Holistic Nurse, Clinical Herbalist, and founder of Eliminating Eczema, to explore what it truly means to approach skin conditions through root cause eczema healing. We talk about how the skin acts as a window into the body’s internal environment.. reflecting imbalances that often go unaddressed in conventional approaches. Rather than viewing eczema as something to suppress, this episode invites you to understand it as communication from the body. You’ll hear Abbie’s journey into this work, along with a deeper look at the internal systems involved in skin health, including the gut, immune system, detox pathways, and nervous system. We also explore why the body is always working toward healing.. and what may be interfering with that natural process. We chat about: The philosophy behind root cause eczema healing Why the skin reflects what’s happening internally What may be blocking the body from fully healing The role of internal systems in chronic skin conditions A more empowered path forward for families navigating eczema I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Where to find Abbie Bradford: IG: @_abbiebradford Website: myvibranthealth.net P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

The Spring Equinox marks a powerful moment of balance.. when day and night meet in equal harmony, inviting us to pause, reset, and reconnect as we step into a new season. In this episode, I’m sharing a Spring Equinox meditation that is an opportunity to slow down, release what’s been sitting beneath the surface, and reconnect with your own inner alignment..what I refer to as your inner syzygy. Syzygy is the natural dance of opposites within life coming into union. Like an infinity symbol.. where both sides meet in the center, creating balance, harmony, and connection. This practice is an invitation back to that space within yourself. Just as the earth finds equilibrium during the equinox, this meditation supports you in finding that same balance within yourself. If you’re able to, find a quiet and comfortable place, take a deep breath, and allow yourself this time to reset and realign. And if you’re local and feel called to experience these gatherings in person, you can find upcoming events through Naturally Empowered Living on Facebook. If you’re looking for continued support, my Soul Awakening Meditation Library offers a growing collection of guided practices for grounding, emotional awareness, and energetic alignment.. with lifetime access so you can return to them anytime you need. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Follow Naturally Empowered Living for upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/naturallyempoweredlivingdotcom Soul Awakening Meditation Library: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/meditation-library/ P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

After hosting the first workshop in my new self-trust series, I received a lot of messages asking if the event had been recorded or if a virtual option would be available. Because the in-person event included personal conversations and reflections, I chose not to record the live experience out of respect for everyone in the room. But after hearing from so many people who wanted access to the material, I decided to record the workshop separately so you could experience it virtually. This episode is the audio version of Workshop 1 in the series: How to Build Trust in Yourself By Reconnecting with Your Felt Sense. You can also watch the full video version if you prefer a visual experience, grab the link below. In this workshop we explore why building self-trust isn’t about forcing better decisions or pushing yourself harder. It begins with reconnecting to the body and learning to recognize the signals that many of us were conditioned to ignore. Inside this episode we talk about: Why so many people struggle to build trust in themselves How nervous system responses impact self-trust The difference between force and intuition Why intellectual understanding alone doesn’t change patterns How reconnecting to your felt sense strengthens internal guidance This workshop is the first step in a 3-part journey exploring self-trust, nervous system awareness, and deeper emotional processing. If this conversation resonates with you, you’re invited to continue the journey. Upcoming Events: Workshop #2 LIVE IN PERSON April 18, 2026 Slow Water Retreat: July 25, 2026 For deeper exploration of this topic, listen to episodes 167–169 of the podcast. Final reflection from this workshop: You don’t need to force a new version of yourself. You just need to stay connected to the one that’s already here. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Video experience and free enrollment in workshop series: https://l.bttr.to/F2C4E Workshop #2 LIVE IN PERSON April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm at the Naturally Empowered Living Office: event coming soon, follow https://www.facebook.com/naturallyempoweredlivingdotcom to stay in the know ] Slow Water Retreat: July 25, 2026: Join the waitlist to be the first to know when tickets are live! https://www.brit-thompson.com/slow-water-retreat P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

For many people, the expectation of ‘healing’ is that it arrives through big breakthroughs or dramatic “aha” moments. But often, the deepest transformation happens in much quieter ways. So let’s pull the curtains back and allow a former client who completed a five-session Root Cause Therapy package with me to share her experience. Rachel shares her honest experience of the process, what led her to seek deeper healing, and the subtle but powerful changes she began noticing in her daily life. Inside this episode: Rachel's journey before and during her therapy sessions The significance of the sway test and its impact on self-discovery How small, cumulative changes lead to significant transformations The importance of taking up space and reclaiming one's voice Advice for those considering their own healing journey This conversation offers a grounded, personal look at what Root Cause Therapy can feel like from the client perspective. If you're curious about subconscious healing, emotional patterns, or how releasing stored emotions can change the way you experience life, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest perspective. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Learn more about Root Cause Therapy: www.naturallyempoweredliving.com/root-cause-therapy P.S. Ready to deepen your self-awakening journey and align with your true essence? Let me guide you in releasing unprocessed emotions, building self-trust, and reconnecting with the energy of who you truly are. Start here: * Schedule a FREE Clarity Consultation Call for a heart-to-heart conversation about creating your desired life: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call * Explore 1:1 subconscious rewiring, trauma healing, nervous system regulation, energy healing, mentorships, memberships, and more: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ * Connect directly: hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.

It feels really special to share this week’s episode with you. I pulled a Self-Forgiveness Meditation directly from my Soul Awakening Meditation Library and made it a free podcast episode because sometimes we don’t need more information…We need space. We all carry experiences, judgments, and stories that weigh on us. And often, the hardest person to forgive is ourselves. This guided meditation is a gentle invitation to soften into your humanness, release emotional weight that no longer serves you, and create space for love, acceptance, and your next level of soul expression. Inside this episode: A full guided Self-Forgiveness Meditation Why self-forgiveness supports nervous system regulation How to release emotional patterns without forcing change Simple integration practices to embody what comes up Invitation to the March 7th workshop: How to Build Trust in Yourself By Reconnecting with Your Felt Sense If you’re entering a new cycle and want it to feel grounded, aligned, and pressure-free, this meditation is for you. I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light, J Mentioned in the show: Soul Awakening Meditation Library: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/meditation-library/ 3-part workshop series on March 7th: How to Build Trust in Yourself by Reconnecting with Your Felt Sense Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/185utKJbwQ/ Sign up form: https://forms.gle/8nmYpMv7MKva9ywv9 P.S. If this conversation is awakening something inside you… trust that. If you’re feeling called to release stored emotions, soften your nervous system, and remember who you truly are beneath conditioning and survival patterns, I would be honored to walk beside you in that process. Ways to connect, if you feel drawn: Book a free Clarity Consultation — a heart-to-heart conversation about what you’re moving through and what your soul is craving next: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/clarity-call Explore 1:1 deep healing experiences — subconscious rewiring, Root Cause Therapy, energy alignment, and emotional–somatic work: https://naturallyempoweredliving.com/products/ Reach out directly or connect with me on Instagram — I love hearing from you hello@naturallyempoweredliving.com https://www.instagram.com/naturallyempoweredliving/ ~ L&L, J IMPORTANT NOTE: The services offered by Naturally Empowered Living, including Root Cause Therapy sessions, Energy Healing and Alignment, and Instinctive Meditation classes, are intended for personal growth, emotional well-being, and energetic alignment. While Jenna Smith is certified in all three modalities and a member of the International Association of Therapists and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, these services are not a substitute for medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical or psychological concern, it is encouraged to seek appropriate professional care from a licensed healthcare provider. The work of Jenna Smith and Naturally Empowered Living is complementary to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice. By engaging in sessions, classes, or offerings with Naturally Empowered Living, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your well-being and choices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out before booking a session.