Down to Energy

Jess Ellen
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You can’t escape energetics - they are woven into everything. Down to Energy explores astrology and energetic awareness as tools for staying in relationship with life as it unfolds rather than trying to explain, predict, or control every part of it. We discuss how we move through change, relate to timing, and navigate real life with greater self-awareness, wholeness, and trust in ourselves along the way. Expect practical astrological deep dives, guest conversations, and the occasional solo reflection courtesy of yours truly. Awareness is all well and good, but the real magic happens when insight becomes something you can actually live inside of.

  1. Living in and enjoying the life you’ve built isn’t passive

    Jun 1

    Living in and enjoying the life you’ve built isn’t passive

    When is it time to stop building your life, your identity, your work - and start living it? And what does it look like when you stop optimizing, and start living, enjoying, and being in it? A recent roadtrip (including the complete rescheduling of my bachelorette party) showed me what it takes to step into the life you’ve so intentionally created - and live in it embodied, easeful, and joyful. This episode is an exploration of: Why ease often feels uncomfortable and scary at first - especially for the parts of us that want to stay in controlWhy you get stuck in building, thinking, and striving and how to shift into enjoyment, ease, and living itMy intentions for my 2 week roadtrip through California vs. what actually happened (family visits, solo time, bachelorette, and integration included)Why being witnessed and receiving love from your people is vulnerable and what that discomfort is inviting you to lean into around belonging, connection, and letting yourself be knownHow rescheduling the bachelorette party forced me to get comfortable with uncertainty in relationshipsWhat the energetics of self-sufficiency say about shifting into a more easeful seasonThis ones for the builders, the thinkers, the intentional planners that are ready to put that energy down - and fully embrace living what they’ve created. Reflection prompts: integrate this episode What are you still in building mode around - for an experience that's already happening?Where do you feel like you're having to earn the ease, the rest, the joy, the reciprocity?What's one thing you will enjoy this week by shifting out of the doing, the thinking, the optimizing?Daily Practice: add this to your existing journaling or gratitude practice: Pick your desired feeling (ease, joy, flow, whatever it is for you)Write: "I embrace [your word]" - and then note where you let that in today. Even one small moment counts.Option to name an area that you intend to bring that to life the next daySeasonally Committed: 2-week astrological coaching experience where we build the container for your next season together (as validated by your seasonal energetics!)Waitlist here!Let me know what you think of this episode + more links! InstagramThreadsThe Integration Dash (free)Integrative Life CoachingMentorship for AstrologersNewsletter SignupThank you for being DOWN to Energy! Remember to subscribe and like this episode, and or forward along to a friend to support the show. It is oh so appreciated. See you next time, friend!

    30 min
  2. Ritual is for everyone: how Intuitively Wild came to life, with Rachel Levine

    May 1

    Ritual is for everyone: how Intuitively Wild came to life, with Rachel Levine

    Land with me and my dear friend Rachel, as celebrate the opening of Intuitively Wild - her apothecary and studio in upstate New York. A space that is a true reflection of all that she is: rooted in ceremony, ritual, herbalism, healing, community, and devotion. This wonderful conversation touches on: *The evolution of Intuitively Wild that led to the opening of a physical space! *Following you intuition and self-trust as the bridge between knowing and doing *Stepping into a new self - how Rachel prepared for and is embodying this chapter of life *Redefining joy and embracing the many forms that joy can take *Ritual as a devotional lifestyle - centered around presence and intentionality *Reconnecting with yourself as a necessity, not a nicety *Ritual is for everyone - showing up in devotion to however your life uniquely looks *So so much more wonderful goodness Intuitively Wild is located in High Falls, New York - connect with Rachel through any of these channels (highly recommend her podcast!) Intuitively Wild WebsiteBooking linkPodcastSubstackInstagramFree resource to learn your human designNewsletter We’d love to hear what you thought of this episode - DM me with what resonated for you! My links :) InstagramThreadsThe Integration Dash (free)Integrative Life CoachingAstrology MentorshipNewsletter

    58 min
  3. Cyclical living, per the zodiac

    Apr 10

    Cyclical living, per the zodiac

    Nature works in cycles - and astrology gives you a practical framework for embracing them. We often resist the phases of the cycle that don’t align with our energy, or desire to constantly produce (eternal summer anyone?). But every part of the cycle is valuable, necessary, and connected to what comes next. Seeing that interconnection by understanding the full picture - helps soften resistance so seasonal living can feel more accessible. This episode explores the cycle of energetics and the granularity it offers gives clear direction steps for how to lean into the parts of the cycle of life that you find yourself resisting. Inside this episode: *The zodiac as a system for working with your energy as it changes over time *How the 12-sign cycle forms a meaningful sequence, each phase informing and supporting the next *The elements as the motivating, inspiring force behind each season - and how to tap into them *The modalities as the functional, “how” for leaning into whatever part of the cycle you are in *Why understanding the full cycle reduces resistance and so cyclical living can feel more tangible vs aspirational in your life *How to start working with this through annual and monthly cycles! Let's hang: InstagramThreadsSubstackAstrology Readings!Astrology MentorshipThe Integration Dash (free)Integrative Life CoachingNewsletter

    45 min
  4. How to give impactful astrology readings

    Mar 11

    How to give impactful astrology readings

    Knowing astrology and delivering a powerful astrology reading are two different skills. You might have a wealth of astrological knowledge, but readings can easily become overly technical, educational, scattered, or difficult for the client to digest. In this episode, we explore how to make “readings” within energetic disciplines (astrology, Human Design, and beyond) relatable to an audience who doesn’t know your craft - so your clients can internalize, remember, and apply what you share in their lives. Inside this episode, we explore: What constitutes a "good" reading with 3 core components as a guideThe different skills you're juggling when offering a sessionHow to put the astrology down and meet someone where they areReflections to help you define the type of astrologer you want to be, the readings you want to give, and what actually facilitates thatThe core components of giving impactful readings: Language: translating terminology into relatable human language, themes, and narrativeStructure: creating a grounding anchor for yourself and the client so the conversation can flow naturally (instead of gripping tightly to scripts or placements)Dialogue: drawing out context and personal story from your client’s real life and weaving it together with the astrologyTrust and practice underpin this entire process, so you can move beyond chart regurgitation and into resonant readings that have lasting impact. The Mentorship: For support in translating your craft into conversation, you can apply for my Astrology Mentorship! This collaborative, private experience is customizable depending on your current skillset and goals. Alongside developing the three core components we discuss in this episode, we also focus on inner embodiment of your role as an astrologer, and the external messaging that supports booking readings and sharing your gift with your community! Apply today and we'll schedule a chat to see if we're a good fit! What did this conversation bring up for you? Let me know on: InstagramThreads Work with me: Astrology Readings!Astrology MentorshipThe Integration Dash (free)Integrative Life CoachingNewsletter

    27 min
  5. How to relate to heightened astrological moments (vs cultural noise around them)

    Feb 17

    How to relate to heightened astrological moments (vs cultural noise around them)

    When the astrology chatter gets loud AF due to shifting energies & conflicting interpretations - it’s easy to get overwhelmed and lose yourself in the noise. This episode gives you practical tools and orientations for staying connected to your intuition and the energy of the moment - without getting sidetracked by cultural dialogue. We Explore: *A practical way of relating to astrological dialogue in a way that feels empowering instead of paralyzing *Trusting your intuition > the noise - yes, even when you’re not an astrologer! *Coming home to yourself and naming what’s resonant and relevant to your life in this moment *Process for pairing your life chapter themes with the astrology of the moment *How to stay connected to your actual life instead of drifting into prediction or excessive meaning-making *A four-step, holistic (and simple!) process for moving forward and co-creating with the energetics through your lived experiences *Remembering that these energetic moments are actually a process and a cycle with a much larger time horizon to play within (there is no rush!) This episode is about staying in relationship with the energetic moment - and cultural dialogue around that moment - so you can integrate it into what it means FOR YOU, and release the rest. Check out the Constellations Calendar to support you through the 2026 Spring Equinox, currently on sale for just $33! I'd love to hear how this episode impacted you - DM me on your channel of choice to let me know! InstagramNewsletterThreadsAstrology Readings!The Integration Dash (free)1:1 Integration Coaching (applications open)

    25 min
  6. why FUN, travel, and connection matter right now, with Edila Stace-Smith

    Feb 1

    why FUN, travel, and connection matter right now, with Edila Stace-Smith

    Dive into Edi's world of fun, connection, IRL experience, and travel on your Leo Full Moon walk (the perfect time to consider your relationship to FUN). Cozy up as we chat about: Why we feel like we have to earn fun and other blocks to embracing itOnline vs IRL community spaces - the vulnerability of meeting up in person, and the healing and belonging that can come from ass shaking by a poolThe value of experiences and offerings that can be seen as "intangible" (we're witnessing collective curiosity about this and chat about what's stopping us from leaning all the way in)Fun as resistance. Connection and friendship as our lifeforce.Accessibility of travel lifestyle + accessibility of energetic work for people who don't know their birth info, like Edi!Energetics of structure (earth) vs spontaneity and chaos (fire) - Edi's experiences in exploring and disrupting her relationship with both!Environmental disruption as a catalyst to identity exploration and reclaiming joyHow to deepen your relationship to fun and connection today!So many more juicy, casual, enlivening acknowledgements woven in!And as for the incredible IRL experience Edi is hosting this JUNE in Portugal? Check out The Link Up here: https://blanktelastudio.com/the-link-up Where internet friends become IRL soulmates. A space to remember that friendship IS productive and having fun isISspiritual. All while remembering who the f**k you are, why you chose this life and what becomes possible when we gather. IG: https://www.instagram.com/edila.smith Threads: https://www.threads.com/@edila.smith Website: https://blanktelastudio.com Email List: https://blank-tela-studio.myflodesk.com/notesfromtheroad Edila is an IRL experience curator, business mentor and remote life educator for when you’ve outgrown your business (and life) and are ready to build from who you’re becoming - letting fun and pleasure lead to allow dreams louder than your doubts: Connect with her! Connect with me! See you next time :) InstagramNewsletterThreadsAstrology Readings!The Integration Dash (free)

    54 min
  7. Exploring the Capricorn / Cancer axis in yourself & life!

    Jan 18

    Exploring the Capricorn / Cancer axis in yourself & life!

    New year, new episode series (!!) exploring the energetic polarity between opposing signs. When you understand the motivation behind these energetics (whether you have Capricorn or Cancer placements or not), you can redirect the misaligned or shadow expressions into something more easeful and life-giving. Take Capricorn: the part of you that wants to build something that lasts (the motivation) can show up as overworking or burning out (the shadow expression). When you reorient back to the impulse of that energy, you can more easily access the balancing side of the axis (Cancer) which gives genuine you permission to rest, rejuvenate, and nourish yourself - so you can ACTUALLY achieve that motivation. We talk about: Energetic spectrums: why and how opposite energies are actually two sides of the same coin, not necessarily "opposites" but moreso partners that need each other to function optimallyCancer aka your inner world: the part of you that needs emotional safety, nourishment, and a rich inner life to build an outer life you love.Capricorn - outer world: the part of you that builds, contributes, and achieves - your connection with material reality that grounds inner sensitivities.Finding integration: how to explore and cultivate the side of the axis that's less natural for you via practical, everyday rituals.Personal stories: I'd be remiss if I didn't reference my Capricorn moon and stellium here!Reflect: Is Cancer or Capricorn more natural for me?Where am I over-indexing on one - in an effort to resolve its imbalance, while avoiding the opposite side of the spectrum?What has Capcirorn season revealed to me about my relationship to structure?What structure actually allows me to feel held - and to BE?Where am I over flowing, leaking energy, and need more boundaries?Where can I experiment and play with the less familiar side of the coin?What does balance between the two feel like in my body?Perhaps these questions - or the Capricorn New Moon, or a 2026 word - had stirred an intention for you - how will you bring that to life? The Integration Dash is a FREE, Notion-based system for translating intention into lived reality (the Capricorn part of you will love it!!) The dash is free and available here. Let's connect!! InstagramNewsletterThreadsAstrology Readings!

    34 min
  8. Wtf is a birthday reading? The energetic arc of your year ahead

    12/17/2025

    Wtf is a birthday reading? The energetic arc of your year ahead

    Your birthday is a powerful energetic reset and threshold into a new orientation, energetically, to the year ahead! In this episode, I break down what’s involved in a “birthday reading” and how your astrology reveals themes, timing, and support available in each unique annual cycle. I walk through a mini birthday reading for myself, using my recent 34th birthday as an example, to pull back the curtain a bit on how these readings actually work! Both behind the scenes and in lived experience. We explore: What a birthday reading actually is (how it’s different from a normal reading)Techniques I use (solar return charts, profection years, and transit/timing tooling)How to identify overarching themes and the energetic arc for your yearReflections from my 33rd year cycle now that it’s completePersonal life updates since turning 34 and taking a mini break from the podTwo major themes I see for my 34th year, how they’re already showing up, and how they reframe big milestones aheadYou’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what to for in your own solar return chart - and a feel for the thematic, integrative experience you can expect from a birthday reading or season of life reading. Currently booking birthday readings for January and beyond! If it’s not your birthday, Season of life readings offer a similar lens for looking ahead and integrating major themes of this season of your life. What did this bring up for you? Hop into my socials with questions and reflections! InstagramNewsletterThreadsSubstackReadings! New free offering alert: The Integration Dash is A Notion-based system that helps you turn your intentions, truths, or identity shifts into a lived reality across all areas of your life. It uses the guidance of the astrological houses to support you in cross-pollinating any intention or truth into your WHOLE life so it moves from concept to embodied action. The dash is free until 1/23 and available here.

    31 min
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You can’t escape energetics - they are woven into everything. Down to Energy explores astrology and energetic awareness as tools for staying in relationship with life as it unfolds rather than trying to explain, predict, or control every part of it. We discuss how we move through change, relate to timing, and navigate real life with greater self-awareness, wholeness, and trust in ourselves along the way. Expect practical astrological deep dives, guest conversations, and the occasional solo reflection courtesy of yours truly. Awareness is all well and good, but the real magic happens when insight becomes something you can actually live inside of.

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  • Creator
    Jess Ellen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jess Ellen 2025
  • Show Website
    Down to Energy