Chakra Savvy™ with Jessica Goulding

This walk is inspired by my previous podcast conversation with Dr. Sandi Russom, where we spoke at length about deep listening and finding your center. The idea that, when you pay attention to your core the periphery falls into place, reminds me of walking a labyrinth, winding our way to the center as we pay attention to the environment within us. This walk is an invitation to deeply listen, find...

In this episode of Room to Evolve, Jessica Goulding sits down with Dr. Sandi Russom to explore core connection, pelvic floor health, and whole body wellness through the lens of movement, breath, posture, and nervous system regulation. Together, they discuss how the deep core influences stability, pain reduction, balance, and overall well-being, and why creating support from the inside out can lead...

This Labyrinth Walk Companion is inspired by my conversation with Abi Robins and their description of working with the Enneagram and Yoga Therapy . One of my favorite things Abi said was “the more we can find ways to relax and shed our sense of urgency, the faster we get to where we want to go.” And although we were talking about figuring out Enneagram types, this immediately makes me think of wal...

What if the way you move through the world is shaped by something deeper than you realize? In this episode of Room to Evolve , Jessica Goulding sits down with Abi Robins, certified Enneagram teacher and yoga therapist, to explore the Enneagram as a path of self-understanding, compassion, and transformation. Together, they explore the Enneagram not as a personality label, but as a living system—one...

This Labyrinth Walk Companion, Wisdom of Nature , invites you to slow down, listen, and reconnect with the quiet intelligence of the natural world. It is inspired by my conversation with Nancy Herlin on the recent episode, Sacred Places and Eco-Spirituality. Through breath, reflection, poetry, and the rhythm of the labyrinth, this practice opens space for insight, subtle awareness, and a deeper se...

What if the natural world is already speaking to us—through trees, land, and sacred places—if we only learn how to listen? In this episode of Room to Evolve , Jessica Goulding speaks with spiritual director Nancy Herlin about sacred places, eco-spirituality, and the quiet wisdom that emerges when we slow down and pay attention. Nancy shares the story of how Five Oak Ranch became a retreat space de...

Following our recent conversation with Jill Geoffrion , it’s time to explore the theme of thresholds in our own lives in an embodied way. This episode is the first of a series of podcasts that will follow our interviews each month on the Room to Evolve podcast. They are called Labyrinth Walk Companions. In this Labyrinth Walk Companion episode of Room to Evolve, we explore the theme At the Thresho...

What happens when we listen to a call we don’t fully understand? In this first interview episode of Room to Evolve , Jessica Goulding sits down with Jill Geoffrion , one of the world’s leading voices on labyrinth prayer, pilgrimage, and Chartres Cathedral . Together, they explore pilgrimage not as tourism, but as transformation—an outer journey with an inner purpose. Jill shares her origin story:...

Hosted by Jessica Goulding, Room to Evolve is a contemplative podcast for pilgrims, seekers, yogis, and creatives—and for those who sense they’re standing at a threshold but don’t yet have the words—offering a place to listen before they move. Rooted in yoga, sacred practice, and contemplative spirituality, this podcast is a room of noticing: a spacious, reflective container where we learn to reco...

What do you do when a spiritual framework that once held you beautifully begins to feel too tight? In this brief transition episode of Chakra Savvy , Jessica Goulding reflects on a season of change and names a threshold moment—one shaped not by dissatisfaction, but by deep listening and lived experience. Honoring decades of teaching, practice, and community, Jessica shares why she’s answering a qu...

Today I’m going a little old-school. Back in my first podcast, Ready Get Centered Go , I used to share the dharma talks that opened my public yoga classes. Today, I’m bringing that back with a heartfelt message about fear, confusion, and how we can respond with presence, hope, and purposeful action. You’ll hear a real intro from one of my Online Yoga Membership (OYM) classes called “Planting Seeds...

Today I’m sharing what I’ve been uncovering about how to craft a strong, clear, and effective intention —one that your whole system understands and responds to. It’s not just about setting a goal; it’s about shaping your identity. I’ll guide you through a process that moves you out of your mind and into your body , helping you hear what your soul is truly asking for. Then, I’ll show you how to sha...

Ever feel like your sleep patterns are all over the place? You’re not alone—I’ve been there too! In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of sleep, how life’s disruptions can throw us off rhythm, and why the first step to getting back on track is self-compassion. I’ll be sharing insights from yoga therapy and Ayurveda, exploring how different times of day affect sleep and energy. Plus, I’ve...

Today we’re diving into how to regain energy and confidence when life feels out of control . We’re in the midst of our series: Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change , and today’s focus is the third chakra, Manipura —your center of power, motivation, and will. If change (or outright chaos) has left you feeling: ⚡️ Exhausted and unmotivated ⚡️ Stuck in avoidance or low en...

Today my guest is Erin Mursch of Organized For Good, and we are exploring the “energy of your stuff,” how your home environment has energy, and you’re connected to that energy! We cover questions like: ~ How does our material life reflect our interior life?  ~ How does your stuff block or guide your energy? ~ How does material chaos prevent your Zen, and what can you do about it? ~ How does aparig...

What's happening when we suddenly feel an urge to clean up and clear out the spaces in our home? How do we consciously or unconsciously prepare the way for change when we're feeling stuck or stymied? That's what we get to consider when we look at Chakra Two as "one's own abode." Check out the Chakra Savvy page of my website and: Join the next New Moon Savvy Intentions on...

Today I'm speaking from the heart about my daughter graduating high school, life transitions, and trust along the way. (It's a chakra one-two punch ;) Enjoy my Spotify playlist Safe Here https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1n7nlsZOpt8lWanTR0sb1Q?si=c2bd21bd752e4b58 Sign up for the next New Moon Intentions and enroll in all things Chakra Savvy™ at https://www.jessgoulding.com/chakrasavvy More...

Today we continue our series Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change by exploring the shadow energy of chakra two and how to navigate emotional waves with awareness and intention. I share insights from our first Chakra Savvy™ New Moon Intention session, where themes of releasing fear, embracing change, and stepping into personal power emerged. The next session is on Februar...

Welcome to Chakra Savvy , where knowledge becomes experience. In this episode, we’re kicking off a new series: Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change. Change is inevitable, but it often brings stress and uncertainty, leaving our nervous systems on high alert. How do you respond when life feels unstable? In this episode, we explore the shadow side of the root chakra—fear—an...

In this episode of Chakra Savvy, I’m diving into the swirling energy of change and how it impacts us—behaviorally, emotionally, and energetically. Whether it’s a small shift or a life-altering transition, change has a way of revealing the cracks in our energetic armor. I’ll guide you to: Observe your natural patterns and habits during times of change. Notice how your energy might be leaking when y...

Hi friends! In this episode of Chakra Savvy , I’m diving into how our thoughts, mood, attitude, and body work together to shape our energy. I’ll guide you through a simple practice to show how the sacred sound of Om, combined with intentional movement, can help you calm your mind and realign your the way you feel. This practice is about clearing the veils that obscure your divine nature, reconnect...

In this inaugural episode of Chakra Savvy™, formerly known as Jess on the Mountain, I’m sharing my journey to creating Chakra Savvy and the inspiration behind this podcast. I’ll take you through how the chakra system became a transformative framework in my Yoga Therapy practice and how it can help you connect with your energy, align with your highest self, and thrive in daily life. I also guide yo...

It's been a minute! But I'm back and super excited to share some of the changes that have occurred in my life that will impact this podcast and YOU. Be sure and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a beat as we take our first steps on our next adventure together. Let's go! More about Jessica: Website jessgoulding.com Resources: Chakra Savvy: Reset Your Life Game Plan ⁠Chakra Savvy Quickie Qu...

There is so much to say about this episode! You will want to have a pen nearby, as the quotable quotes are nonstop. Gary Kraftsow is one of the master teachers of our time, and he’s here to talk about yoga, chakras, and becoming your own guru! His wealth of knowledge is beyond compare, and this conversation will show you what a vast array of yoga topics and techniques that are available to us on o...

We're changing it up a bit this week, as my dear friend and longtime yoga student interviews ME about how best to engage with online yoga. I also interview her about her experience in Online Yoga Membership (OYM), and you might be surprised by what she says is the best part. Tune in to learn how you can go from zero home practice to loving it daily in no time at all. We also talk about the upc...