Soul Club Is Coming: More Than Just Products

For a while now, I’ve been thinking about how Soul can exist beyond a yoga class, a retreat, a Reiki session or an event.

Soul has never really been about one thing. It has always been about how you feel when you’re part of it.

It’s the conversations before and after class. The people who arrive at retreats on their own and leave knowing half the room. The coffee after yoga. The friendships that form. The rituals we bring into our everyday lives. The reminder to slow down, reconnect with ourselves and actually be present in our lives.

And that is where Soul Club has come from.

An extension of Soul

Over the last year and a half, Soul has changed and grown so much.

What started with yoga has naturally expanded into retreats, Reiki, circles, outdoor events, 1:1 work and a community that continues to grow.

I’ve always wanted Soul to feel bigger than a class you book into.

I want it to be something you can take with you.

The Soul Club products are an extension of that idea pieces designed to become part of your everyday life, whether you’re heading to yoga, going for a walk, travelling, meeting a friend for coffee or simply moving through your normal day.

You might see Soul Club written on a hat, a tote or another piece from the collection, but for me, the meaning behind it is much bigger than the product itself.

It represents belonging.

Community.

Growth.

And choosing to create a life that feels like your own.

Creating something I actually want to use

I didn’t want to create products just for the sake of putting the Soul logo on things.

Everything I’m working on has been chosen because it’s something I would genuinely use myself and something that makes sense within the world of Soul.

The first pieces are currently in development, and I’m taking my time with them. I want to see them, feel them and make sure I’m genuinely happy with what I’m putting out before they become available.

This first collection will be small and intentional — and it will also help shape where Soul Club goes next.

I have so many ideas for what this could eventually become.

The beginning of something bigger

There are lots of changes happening behind the scenes with Soul at the moment, and Soul Club feels like another piece of that growth.

My hope is that eventually you don’t just come across Soul through a yoga class or retreat.

You might wear it.

Carry it.

Bring it travelling.

Take it to the beach.

See someone else with a Soul Club piece and immediately know that somehow, you’re part of the same little world.

Because ultimately, Soul Club isn’t really about merchandise. It’s about taking a piece of the community with you.

And this is only the beginning.

Join the Soul Club Waitlist

The first Soul Club pieces are coming soon.

I’ll be giving the waitlist first access to the collection, behind-the-scenes updates and first notice when everything officially launches.

[JOIN THE SOUL CLUB WAITLIST]

I can’t wait to finally share what I’ve been working on.

Jess x

Soul Summer Retreat | A Day of Yoga, Nature & Connection at Wells House – 22nd August

As summer begins to soften and we slowly move towards a new season, there is something special about taking a moment to pause.

Life can become busy without us even realising. We move from one thing to the next, constantly doing, planning and thinking. Sometimes the greatest thing we can do for ourselves isn't to keep pushing forward, but to stop, breathe, and reconnect.

On Saturday 22nd August, I would love to welcome you to our Soul Summer Retreat at the beautiful Wells House & Gardens, Co. Wexford.

This isn't about escaping your life.

It's about returning to yourself.

A Wellness Retreat in Wexford Designed to Help You Slow Down

Whether you've never attended a retreat before or you've been to many, this day has been created to feel welcoming, grounding and deeply nourishing.

Throughout the day we'll move gently between yoga, meditation, journaling, nature and meaningful conversation.

There is no pressure to perform or be "good" at yoga.

You simply arrive exactly as you are.

Many people come alone, and by the end of the day leave feeling part of something much bigger.

Community has always been at the heart of Soul, and these retreats have become one of my favourite ways to bring people together.

What to Expect During the Day

Our retreat includes:

• All-levels yoga

• Guided meditation

• Journaling and self-reflection

• Time in nature around the beautiful Wells House grounds

• Nourishing food

• A calming sound bath

• Space to rest, laugh, connect and simply be

Every retreat is slightly different because every group brings its own unique energy.

No two days are ever the same.

Why Take a Day Retreat?

We often wait until we're exhausted before we give ourselves permission to slow down.

A day retreat offers the opportunity to step away from your usual routine without needing to travel far or commit to an entire weekend away.

Just one intentional day can help you:

• Feel calmer and more grounded

• Reduce stress and overwhelm

• Improve your connection with yourself

• Meet like-minded people

• Spend time outdoors in nature

• Return home feeling refreshed and inspired

Sometimes one day can create the space for a completely different perspective.

Why Wells House is the Perfect Setting

One of the reasons I continue hosting our retreats at Wells House & Gardens is because it naturally invites you to slow down.

Surrounded by woodland walks, beautiful gardens and peaceful countryside, it feels like stepping into another world only a short drive from Gorey, Wexford and surrounding counties.

The environment becomes part of the experience.

You leave not only feeling relaxed but reconnected to nature as well.

Who Is This Retreat For?

This retreat is for you if you have been craving:

• A slower pace

• Time away from constant busyness

• A deeper connection with yourself

• Gentle movement rather than intense exercise

• Community and meaningful conversations

• A chance to simply breathe

You don't need any previous yoga experience.

All ages and abilities are welcome.

Join Us This August

If you've been telling yourself you'll slow down "when life gets quieter," maybe this is your invitation not to wait.

Give yourself one day.

One day to move your body.

One day to breathe deeply.

One day to reconnect with yourself, with nature and with a wonderful community of people.

I'd love to welcome you.

Soul Summer Retreat

📅 Saturday 22nd August

📍 Wells House & Gardens, Co. Wexford

Whether you come with a friend or arrive on your own, you'll be warmly welcomed.

I can't wait to share this day with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need yoga experience?

Not at all. Everything is beginner-friendly and you are encouraged to move in a way that feels right for your body.

Can I come on my own?

Absolutely. Many people attend our retreats solo and often leave having made new connections.

What should I bring?

Comfortable clothing, a yoga mat if you have one, water, and anything else that helps you feel cosy and comfortable throughout the day.

How do I book?

Spaces are limited to keep the experience personal. Book your place through the Soul website before the retreat fills.

Soul is Coming to Arklow

Arklow Yoga
Starting Thursday 13th August
7:00 pm
€55 for four classes each month or €15 pay as you go

• https://bookwhen.com/soulyogaandgrowth/e/ev-s7keb-20260813190000

• or email me for more information soulshalaconnect@gmail.com

When I moved home from Canada, I had one simple hope: to create spaces where people could slow down, move their bodies, and reconnect with themselves and each other.

What started as one yoga class in Gorey has slowly grown into retreats, outdoor events, beach yoga mornings, women’s circles, Reiki, and a community that continues to remind me why I came home in the first place.

Now, I’m so excited to say that Soul is coming to Arklow.

Beginning Thursday 13th August at 7:00 pm, we’ll be gathering each week to move together, breathe together, and create a little pocket of calm in the middle of busy lives.

This isn’t about touching your toes or being the “best” at yoga.

It’s about learning the language of your own mind and body.

It’s about understanding what stress feels like before it becomes burnout, learning to slow your breathing when life feels overwhelming, finding strength when you need it, and discovering that you already have so much of what you’re looking for within yourself.

Whether you’re stepping onto a yoga mat for the very first time or you’ve been practising for years, you’ll be welcomed exactly as you are.

More Than a Yoga Class

If you’ve been following Soul for a while, you’ll know this has never just been about yoga.

It’s about community.

It’s about creating places where people can meet new friends, have conversations that matter, laugh together, drink coffee after class, and remember that wellness doesn’t have to be something we do alone.

That sense of connection is something I want to bring to Arklow.

My dream isn’t simply to teach one class each week.

My dream is to build a community.

Over time, I’d love to introduce outdoor classes, seasonal workshops, community walks, and eventually bring our beach yoga mornings to the Arklow coastline too. There is something incredibly special about moving with the sound of the sea, breathing fresh air, and finishing class feeling a little more connected—to yourself, to nature, and to the people around you.

This is just the beginning.

Everyone is Welcome

You don’t need to be flexible.

You don’t need expensive yoga clothes.

You don’t need to know any poses.

You simply need to show up.

We’ll learn together, move together, and create a space where everyone feels included.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to start yoga, maybe this is it.

I’d love to welcome you into the Soul community.

Arklow Yoga
Starting Thursday 13th August
7:00 pm
€55 for four classes each month or €15 pay as you go

I can’t wait to meet you.

Jess

Held in Grief | Guided Meditation & Reiki for Grief & Bereavement in Wexford and Online

Grief has a way of changing everything.

It can arrive after the death of someone you love, the end of a relationship, a miscarriage, the loss of a pet, a life-changing diagnosis, or the life you thought you were going to have.

No two people experience grief in the same way.

For some, it feels like sadness.

For others, it feels like numbness, anger, guilt, anxiety or complete exhaustion.

Sometimes grief shows up years after the loss, long after the world expects you to have "moved on."

I don't believe grief is something we get over.

I believe grief is love that continues after someone has gone.

The relationship changes, but the love remains.

Why I Created Held in Grief

Over the years, I've sat with many people carrying loss.

One thing I noticed again and again was how often people apologised for still grieving.

"I should be over this."

"I don't want to burden anyone."

"I don't want people to think I'm dwelling on it."

Yet grief doesn't work to anyone else's timeline.

It asks to be witnessed.

Not fixed.

Not rushed.

Not explained away.

Held in Grief was created to offer something beautifully simple—a place where you don't have to be anything other than exactly who you are.

A place where your loved one's name can be spoken.

Where tears are welcome.

Where silence is welcome too.

What Happens During the Session?

Each session begins with conversation.

If you'd like to, you'll have space to tell me about the person you've lost.

Share their stories.

Talk about your memories.

Speak about your anger, your confusion, your guilt or your love.

Or perhaps you won't feel like talking at all.

Both are completely okay.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve.

From there, I'll guide you through a gentle meditation designed to help your body soften and your nervous system settle.

We'll then move into a Reiki healing session.

During Reiki, many people experience a sense of calm, emotional release or deep rest.

Some simply enjoy having permission to stop carrying everything for an hour.

Every experience is different.

Everything you feel—or don't feel—is welcome.

Why Combine Grief and Reiki?

Grief doesn't only live in our thoughts.

It lives in our bodies too.

It can settle in our chest.

Our breathing becomes shallow.

Our shoulders become heavy.

Sleep becomes difficult.

We find ourselves exhausted without understanding why.

Reiki isn't about taking grief away.

Nor would I ever want it to.

Grief exists because love exists.

Instead, Reiki creates an opportunity for the nervous system to rest while allowing emotions to move with gentleness and compassion.

Sometimes what we need most isn't advice.

It's somewhere to exhale.

Available in Wexford or Online

Held in Grief is available both in person in Wexford and online, making it accessible wherever you are.

Many people choose an online session because it allows them to remain in the comfort of their own home afterwards.

Once you book through my online scheduler, you'll receive everything you need before your appointment.

There is nothing to prepare.

Simply arrive as you are.

This Session May Be Right for You If...

• You've experienced the death of someone you love.

• You're grieving a relationship or marriage.

• You're navigating pregnancy or fertility loss.

• You've lost a beloved pet.

• You're struggling after a major life transition.

• You feel like everyone else has moved on, but you haven't.

• You simply want somewhere to remember the person you love without feeling like you need to hide your grief.

My Philosophy

I don't believe grief is something we need to heal from.

I believe we learn how to carry it.

Over time, grief changes shape.

It softens.

It becomes woven into who we are.

Not because we've forgotten the person we lost, but because we've learned to continue living while carrying their love with us.

Held in Grief is an invitation to slow down, to remember, to cry if you need to, to laugh when memories arise, and to allow yourself to be held exactly where you are.

You don't have to carry your grief alone.

Book Your Held in Grief Session

Whether you join me in Wexford or online from the comfort of your own home, this is a space where there is no expectation to be okay.

Only an invitation to be present with whatever your heart is holding.

When you're ready, you can book your session by sending me an email to soulshalaconnect@gmail.com, or by looking here at my schedule if you see a time that doesnt work for you let me know and I can be sure to fit you in.

Once booked in, I'll send you everything you need before we meet.

I'd be honoured to walk alongside you for this part of your journey.

Reiki Healing in Gorey, Wexford

I am delighted to now be offering full 1:1 reiki healings in Gorey, or at your home. There are times in life when we know something feels off, but we cannot quite put our finger on what it is.

You might be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected from yourself, stuck in old patterns, navigating grief, or carrying stress that your body simply hasn’t had a chance to process. Sometimes we spend so much time looking after everyone else that we forget to check in with ourselves.

This is where Reiki can help.

At Soul Yoga & Growth, I offer Reiki Healing Sessions designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and create space for healing on a physical, emotional, mental, and energetic level.

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a gentle Japanese energy healing practice that works with the body’s natural ability to restore balance.

The word Reiki translates to “universal life force energy.” During a session, gentle hand placements are used to support the flow of energy throughout the body, encouraging deep relaxation and helping to release areas where we may be holding stress, tension, or emotional weight.

Many people leave a Reiki session feeling calmer, lighter, clearer, and more grounded.

While every experience is different, Reiki offers an opportunity to step away from the noise of everyday life and simply be.

What Can Reiki Help With?

People seek Reiki for many different reasons. Some arrive during difficult periods in their lives, while others simply want to feel more connected to themselves.

Reiki may support:

• Stress and overwhelm

• Anxiety and nervous system regulation

• Burnout and fatigue

• Grief and loss

• Emotional healing

• Sleep difficulties

• Life transitions

• Feeling stuck or unsure of your direction

• Low mood and emotional heaviness

• Creating a deeper connection with yourself

Reiki is not intended to replace medical treatment, but many people find it a valuable complementary therapy that supports their overall wellbeing.

My Approach

My own healing journey has taken me through anxiety, grief, burnout, personal growth, yoga, meditation, sound healing, and many different complementary therapies.

One of the biggest lessons I have learned is that people do not need fixing.

I don’t believe people are broken.

I believe that sometimes we simply forget who we are.

The work I do through Soul is centred around helping people learn the language of their mind, body, and soul. Reiki creates a beautiful opportunity to pause and listen to what your body may have been trying to tell you all along.

Whether you are navigating a difficult chapter, feeling disconnected from yourself, or simply craving space to rest, each session is tailored to meet you where you are.

What Happens During a Reiki Session?

Every session begins with a conversation.

We’ll spend some time discussing what is happening in your life, what brought you to Reiki, and what support you may be looking for.

From there, you’ll lie comfortably on a treatment table, fully clothed, while the Reiki healing takes place.

Many people experience a deep sense of relaxation during the session. Some notice warmth, tingling sensations, emotions moving through the body, colours or memories arising, while others simply feel calm and rested.

There is no right or wrong experience.

Your body will always take what it needs from the session.

Following the treatment, we will spend some time reflecting on the experience and discussing any insights or guidance that may have emerged.

Reiki Healing Sessions in Gorey, Wexford

I currently offer 90-minute Reiki Healing Sessions in Ballygarrett, Co. Wexford, as well as mobile appointments in the comfort of your own home.

These sessions combine Reiki healing with intuitive support and space for reflection, creating a holistic experience that supports your wellbeing as a whole.

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, grief, burnout, stress, or simply looking to reconnect with yourself, Reiki can offer a gentle place to begin.

Work With Me

You do not need to have everything figured out before you arrive.

You do not need to be experienced with Reiki, meditation, or any other healing practice.

You simply need a willingness to show up for yourself.

If you have been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, or curious about Reiki healing, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.

Book a Reiki Healing Session today and take the first step towards reconnecting with yourself.

Soul Yoga & Growth
Helping you learn the language of your mind, body, and soul.

Reiki Healing • Yoga • Meditation • Sound Healing • Retreats • Coaching

Outdoor Yoga in Wexford: Beach Yoga, Sea Swims & Wellness Events in Cahore, Courtown and Ballymoney

Looking for outdoor yoga in Wexford this summer?

From beach yoga in Cahore to sea swims in Courtown and community wellness events across North Wexford, there are more opportunities than ever to take your practice outside and experience the benefits of movement in nature.

At Soul Yoga & Growth, I believe wellness should be accessible, welcoming and connected to the community around us. That's why many of my summer events take place outdoors, making the most of the incredible coastline we have here in Wexford.

Why Practice Yoga Outdoors?

Outdoor yoga offers a completely different experience to practicing inside a studio.

The fresh sea air, natural light and calming sound of the ocean help support both physical and mental wellbeing. Research continues to show that spending time outdoors can help reduce stress, improve mood and support overall health.

When you combine yoga, movement, mindfulness and connection with nature, something special happens.

Whether you're joining me for beach yoga in Cahore, an outdoor yoga class in Courtown or a community wellness event near Gorey, the focus is always the same: creating space to slow down and reconnect with yourself.

Beach Yoga in Cahore

Cahore Beach is one of the most beautiful locations in County Wexford and the perfect setting for outdoor yoga.

With miles of coastline, fresh ocean air and breathtaking views, it provides an ideal environment to move, breathe and unwind.

Many of our beach yoga events in Cahore are followed by optional sea swims and coffee with local businesses, allowing participants to connect with others and support the local community.

Outdoor Wellness Events in Courtown

Courtown has become a hub for health and wellbeing activities throughout the year.

From yoga classes and sea swimming groups to wellness workshops and community gatherings, there is a growing movement of people seeking connection through outdoor experiences.

My events in Courtown are designed to bring people together through movement, mindfulness and meaningful conversation.

Yoga and Sea Swimming in Ballymoney

The combination of yoga and sea swimming has become increasingly popular across Ireland, and Ballymoney Beach provides the perfect backdrop.

Starting the day with movement before taking a dip in the sea can leave you feeling energised, grounded and connected to nature.

These events are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike, with plenty of options available throughout the practice.

Supporting Local Businesses in North Wexford

One of the things I value most about hosting outdoor yoga events in Wexford is the opportunity to collaborate with local businesses.

Many of our events include coffee meetups, community gatherings and partnerships with local cafés and wellness providers.

Supporting local businesses helps strengthen the community while creating opportunities for people to connect beyond the yoga mat.

Yoga Classes, Retreats and Wellness Events in Wexford

Soul Yoga & Growth offers yoga classes, retreats, workshops, outdoor events and one-to-one wellbeing sessions throughout Wexford.

Whether you're looking for:

• Outdoor yoga in Wexford

• Beach yoga in Cahore

• Yoga classes in Gorey

• Wellness events in Courtown

• Sea swimming and yoga experiences

• Retreats in Wexford

• Mindfulness and wellbeing workshops

there are opportunities throughout the year to get involved.

Join Me for Outdoor Yoga in Wexford

This summer, I'll be hosting a range of outdoor yoga and wellness events across Cahore, Courtown, Ballymoney and the surrounding areas.

If you're looking for yoga in Wexford, beach yoga, wellness events or simply a way to spend more time outdoors while connecting with like-minded people, I'd be delighted to welcome you.

Follow Soul Yoga & Growth for upcoming events, retreats and classes across County Wexford

Closing the Studio, Trusting the Jump & Welcoming a New Chapter | Wellness Events & Outdoor Yoga in Wexford

Trust your intuition ~

At the end of this month, I’ll be closing the physical doors of the Soul studio. Writing that feels emotional, strange, exciting, terrifying and also deeply right.

This little space held so much over the last year and a half. Yoga classes after long work days. Quiet conversations over tea. Guided meditations. Sound baths where people finally allowed themselves to rest. Private sessions. 1:1 clients navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, heartbreak, uncertainty, and all of life’s challenges. Women’s circles that cracked open hearts that have felt tired after years of holding it together.

This space has held so many of you and me too.

It became more than four walls. It became a place where people could exhale for a moment. A place where people came exactly as they were. A place where I reminded people over and over again, that you don’t need to be fixed, you often just need space to reconnect to themselves.

And while I’m incredibly grateful for everything this chapter has been, I’ve also realised that I’ve outgrown the space. Physically, emotionally and energetically.

Its size. Its limitations. The pressure of trying to make a small studio carry something much bigger than itself. And with rising rent costs and the realities of running a business, it’s hard not to see all the little moments that felt manageable when I first started out, but become much heavier when things get tight.

There’s a version of me a year and a half ago who just wanted somewhere to begin. Somewhere to create. Somewhere to try. And I’m so proud of her for doing that.

But lately, I’ve felt something shifting.

I’ve realised that growth sometimes asks us to let go of what feels comfortable, even when it’s beautiful. Sometimes the next stage of your life doesn’t fully reveal itself until you make the decision to leap first. And if I’m honest, I don’t fully know what the net looks like yet.

But I’m jumping anyway.

Over the last few years, I’ve gone from hustle life in Vancouver, to opening a wellness space in Gorey, to holding retreats, teaching yoga, facilitating circles, supporting people through burnout, anxiety, grief, transitions, and change all while quietly navigating my own.

Now, I feel myself being pulled into an even deeper season of learning and expansion.

Next on my list is completing Reiki Level 2 again, this time from an entirely different place in my life. I’m applying for my Masters, continuing my studies in yoga, and spending more time travelling, learning, and experiencing different ways of living, healing, and connecting.

Throughout this process I am reminded there are more chapters of Soul still waiting to be created. New ideas, new offerings, new spaces, and new ways of bringing people together.

This is only the start.

And while the studio is closing, Soul is not ending. If anything, it’s expanding.

This next chapter feels less about staying inside four walls, and more about movement, collaboration, nature, community, and creating experiences that feel alive.

You’ll see more outdoor yoga in Wexford, beach gatherings, cacao ceremonies, wellness retreats, community events, guided meditations, snd experiences rooted in connection.

Some of my favourite moments this year haven’t happened inside the studio at all. They’ve happened walking through Wells House gardens after yoga, standing barefoot on Cahore beach with coffee in hand, sitting in circles listening to people finally exhale, or watching strangers become connected through shared experience.

That’s the direction I want to keep moving toward.

More outdoor wellness events in Wexford.
More retreats.
More collaborations.
More honesty.
More courage.
More moments where people can simply come exactly as they are.

Closing the studio is not failure.
It’s evolution.

And maybe this is your reminder too that sometimes bravery doesn’t look like confidence. Sometimes it looks like sitting in uncertainty and choosing to move anyway.

Choosing yourself anyway.
Beginning again anyway.
Jumping even when you can’t see the net.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this chapter so far. Truly.

I don’t fully know what the next few years will look like yet, but I do know this: I want to keep creating spaces where people can reconnect to themselves whether that’s through yoga, retreats, Reiki, meditation, outdoor events around Wexford, or simply honest conversation.

This is not the end of Soul.
It’s just the next version of it.

Join my mailing list and instagram to stay in touch with all of the happenings, life, business and Soul.

love Jess xx

Ask and You Shall Receive: Manifestation & The Power of Action

At Soul Yoga & Growth in Gorey, I talk a lot about intention. About clarity. About learning how to listen to yourself properly.

There’s a phrase that keeps coming up everywhere — in religion, spirituality, personal development, even business:

Ask and you shall receive.

And honestly? I think we’ve misunderstood it.

Because it sounds passive. Like you just ask… and wait.

But that’s not how it works.

Manifestation isn’t about sitting back and hoping life rearranges itself. It’s about asking clearly — and then moving in the direction of what you asked for.

It’s participation.

It Shows Up In Every Tradition

The phrase “ask and you shall receive” comes from the The Bible — “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened.”

But notice the words.

Ask.

Seek.

Knock.

They’re all actions.

In yoga philosophy, especially in the Bhagavad Gita, the teaching is similar. You’re encouraged to act in alignment with your path, to do your work, and then release attachment to the outcome.

Even in Islam there’s the teaching: trust in God — but tie your camel.

Across traditions, the message is the same:

Have faith.

But move your feet.

Why It Actually Works

There’s something psychological about this too.

When you ask for something clearly, your brain starts filtering differently. You notice opportunities. You take risks you wouldn’t have taken. You become more resilient to rejection.

Recently I saw a woman on TikTok talk about committing to 1000 rejections in a year.

Not 1000 wins.

1000 rejections.

I thought it was brilliant.

Because it flips the narrative. Rejection becomes proof you’re trying. Proof you’re asking.

You can’t receive what you never ask for.

And you can’t grow if you refuse to stretch.

My January Experiment

This January, I leaned into this properly.

I asked for things.

I sent the emails.

I followed up.

I spoke clearly about where I want Soul to go.

I focused on the bigger picture instead of playing small.

And things moved.

Not because I manifested by wishing.

Because I worked.

Because I asked.

Because I stopped being vague about what I wanted.

“Ask and you shall receive” only works when it’s paired with effort.

Work and you’ll see results.

Ask and you increase your chances of receiving.

It’s simple. But it requires courage.

Where Manifestation Goes Wrong

Online, manifestation sometimes gets reduced to vision boards and affirmations.

Those things are helpful. I use them.

But they don’t replace action.

Manifestation without movement becomes fantasy.

Action without clarity becomes burnout.

The balance is intention + aligned effort + openness.

That’s it.

If You Want To PracticeThis

Start here:

Get specific about what you want.

Ask for it.

Expect some no’s.

Keep going anyway.

Track your courage instead of just your wins.

Working With Me – In Wexford & Online

If this resonates, this is the kind of work I do with people.

At Soul Yoga & Growth in Gorey, Wexford, I create spaces where you can slow down enough to hear yourself properly — and then build the confidence to act on what you hear.

In person in Wexford, you can join:

• Yoga classes (foundations & beginner-friendly)

• Guided meditation

• Women’s circles

• Cacao ceremonies

• Sound healing

• Small, supportive retreats

If you’re not local, I work online through:

• 1:1 coaching (life and aligned business)

• Somatic-informed sessions

• Strategy support for entrepreneurs

• Workshops and small group programmes

This isn’t about magical thinking.

It’s about clarity, courage, and consistency.

It’s about asking for what you want — and becoming someone who is willing to move towards it.

If you’re ready to stop waiting and start participating in your next chapter, you can explore classes, retreats, or 1:1 work at:

www.soulyogaandgrowth.com

Reach out by email to Jess. soulshalaconnect@gmail.com

Ask.Move.See what shifts.

A One-Day Wellness Retreat in Wexford at Wells House | Soul Yoga & Growth

If you’ve been searching for a wellness retreat in Wexford that offers space to slow down, reconnect, and truly reset, this one-day retreat at Wells House & Gardens is for you. Hosted by Soul Yoga & Growth, this immersive experience brings together cacao ceremony, gentle yoga, guided meditation, journalling, and sound healing in one of County Wexford’s most beautiful natural settings.

Designed for those seeking rest, clarity, and balance, this one-day wellness retreat in Ireland offers a gentle pause from the busyness of everyday life — a space to breathe, reflect, and return to yourself.

A One-Day Wellness Retreat in Wexford

This one-day wellness retreat in Wexford takes place at the historic Wells House & Gardens, located in Ballyedmond, just 18 minutes from Gorey. Surrounded by woodland, gardens, and peaceful walking paths, Wells House provides the perfect environment to calm the nervous system and reconnect with nature.

Over four nurturing hours, you’ll be guided through a carefully curated retreat experience that supports emotional well-being, stress relief, and deep relaxation. Every element of the day is held with intention, creating a safe and welcoming space for rest and renewal.

Whether you are new to retreats or already familiar with wellness practices, this experience is designed to meet you exactly where you are.

What’s Included in the Retreat

During this wellness day at Wells House, you’ll be guided through a thoughtfully designed flow of practices, including:

• Opening cacao ceremony

• Silent guided grounding walk through the gardens

• Gentle yoga practice

• Guided meditation

• Journaling & intention setting

• Restorative sound bath

• Light snacks and refreshments

Each element is offered in an accessible, supportive way, making this retreat suitable for all levels. There is always space to rest, opt out, or move at your own pace.

This is not about performance or perfection — it is about presence, connection, and care.

Who This Retreat Is For

This retreat is ideal for anyone in Wexford, Gorey, or the surrounding areas who is feeling:

• Overwhelmed or burnt out

• Emotionally or mentally drained

• Disconnected from themselves

• In need of rest and self-care

• Curious about wellness, yoga, or meditation

You do not need any previous experience with yoga, meditation, or cacao ceremonies. This is a beginner-friendly wellness retreat designed to feel supportive, welcoming, and inclusive.

Whether you are navigating anxiety, life transitions, work pressure, or simply feeling tired, this day is an invitation to slow down and reconnect.

Why I Created This Retreat

Through my life's work and working through the Lens of my Business Soul Yoga & Growth, I have had the privilege of supporting many people through anxiety, burnout, and periods of big personal change.

Over time, I noticed how many people were craving safe spaces — spaces where they could pause, feel supported, and simply be without expectations.

This retreat was created as a gentle response to that need.

It is an invitation to step out of survival mode and into presence. To listen inward. To soften. To remember what it feels like to feel grounded, calm, and connected — even if only for one day.

Every detail of this experience has been designed with care, intention, and compassion.

Location, Date & Booking Information

This one-day wellness retreat takes place at Wells House & Gardens in Ballyedmond, Co. Wexford, one of Ireland’s most beautiful heritage and nature venues.

Date: March 6th
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Wells House & Gardens, Ballyedmond, Co. Wexford
Distance: Approximately 18 minutes from Gorey
Spaces: Limited

Places are intentionally kept small to protect the energy of the space and the depth of the experience.

Advance booking is essential.

Book Your Place

If you’re ready to gift yourself a day of rest, reflection, and renewal, you’re warmly invited to join us for this special wellness retreat in Wexford.

This is your opportunity to step away from daily demands and return feeling grounded, supported, and restored.

👉 Book your place here: Book here

Limited spaces are available.

About Soul Yoga & Growth

Soul Yoga & Growth is a wellness studio and community based in Gorey, Wexford, offering yoga, meditation, retreats, and holistic wellbeing experiences across Ireland.

Founded by Jess Doyle, Soul is rooted in compassionate guidance, lived experience, and a deep commitment to creating spaces where people feel safe, supported, and empowered on their personal journey.

Through classes, retreats, and one-to-one work, Soul Yoga & Growth supports individuals in cultivating balance, clarity, and connection in everyday life.

January, the time for a ‘reset’…or is it?

Have a listen to this while you are reading its the perfect song to romanticize your Sunday evening

January is often spoken about as a reset. New year, new habits, and perhaps even a new version of yourself. For some, that idea feels motivating. For others, it can feel impossible, like an unspoken expectation to move forward before you’ve had the chance to rest. Most of us have busy Christmases with built-in stresses, and if you are like me, you spent 10 days in bed with the flu that was going around.

So when January 1st arrived, I was in bed by 10 pm, still recovering from being sick, and yet I was supposed to be changing my WHOLE life, too? I immediately set myself up for failure. Now that I am better, the collective energy is giving me a buzz, also yes, so maybe the truth sits somewhere in between.

Winter Was Never Meant for Rush

In nature, winter isn’t a time of visible growth. It’s a time of rooting and grounding. It's a time when tree roots literally grow stronger to withstand storms, and no one expects them to bloom. It’s a season of rest & conservation. Yet in modern culture, January often asks us to do the opposite. To plan, to commit, to decide who we’re going to be immediately.

The Collective Energy of January

All that being said, there is something real about January’s collective energy. The Collective energy of new year, new me.

This might look like a shared sense of possibility, reflection, and new beginnings. For some people, that momentum feels supportive. If that energy helps you, it’s okay to work with it. To make new plans for the year, to make those healthy changes, and to release the feelings or emotions that are holding you back. There can be something powerful in knowing that people around you are doing the same. And this energy is not around all year.

But it doesn’t land the same way for everyone.

For many, especially those navigating burnout, anxiety, grief, or a deep need for rest, January’s reset narrative can feel misaligned. When the external message says now is the time, but your body says not yet, motivation can quietly fall away. Not because something is wrong, but because the pace doesn’t match your nervous system.

It’s Not Either / Or

You don’t have to lean into the January reset fully — and you don’t have to reject it either.

You’re allowed to:

• Take inspiration without overcommitting

• Set intentions gently

• Let winter inform your pace

• Listen before you act

Sometimes the most supportive “reset” is learning how to stay connected to yourself even when the world feels loud.

How This Shapes My Classes

This way of viewing January is precisely how my yoga/meditation classes and life coaching sessions are fueled, with the theme of this month being Rooting & Coming Home to Yourself.

Rather than pushing for transformation, the classes are designed as a space to meet yourself where you are physically, mentally, and emotionally.

I like to pace my classes as a journey, like a wave where we begin soft, build heat in the middle, and return to softness towards the end.

There is no one way you’re meant to show up. No pressure to perform or fix yourself

These classes aren’t about forcing a reset by a certain date.

They’re about:

• Supporting the nervous system through winter

• Rebuilding trust with your body

• Offering structure without rigidity

• Creating consistency that feels sustainable

You don’t need to arrive motivated.
You don’t need to keep up.
You don’t need to explain what you’re carrying. The practice is just showing up on the mat.

Meet me on the mat every Tuesday-Friday at my studio, Soul in Gorey, Wexford. Book your classes and see the schedule.

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See you on the mat, Love Jess x

Learning to Trust the In- Between

I was writing this in my journal this evening and then decided to make a version of this into a caption for Instagram, which eventually led me to write it here. Will anyone see this? Probably not, but if nothing else, it's for me.

I’m still figuring out my career. I say that out loud now, without shame.
I’m curious. Working while learning. Growing while going.
Putting myself in spaces that feel uncomfortable. Trying things I’ve never done before. Letting myself be new even when every part of me wants certainty or stabililty like all of my friends.

When I feel this way, I have to remind myself that just under a year ago, my life looked completely different.

I was living in another country. I felt deeply lost & I cried most days.
At 30, I carried this quiet but heavy belief that I was supposed to have it all figured out by now. That after years of hard work, pushing, achieving, and striving, I would feel settled. Secure. Proud, in my career, in my relationship, in my financial status.

Instead, I felt disconnected from my body and intuition. My mind and body were speaking two different languages, one telling me this is it, this is the dream you have wanted and worked hard for, ( which on paper it was ), and yet my body was filled with crippling anxiety and signs I kept ignoring. Were there still moments of happiness? Absolutely, every day, amazing friendships, colleagues, jobs, companies, and opportunities, all products of my hard work and determination. Yet like I said, my body was telling me something different.

That realization was really uncomfortable. Was I really about to leave everything, everything I knew for 7 years, because my gut was telling me to? God.. Even writing that freaks me out because what do you mean, how is that even an option? My gut told me at the time of complete exhaustion that it was my only option.

So I changed everything.
My country.
My relationship.
My career.
My lifestyle.

None of it was easy. None of it was linear. And none of it came with certainty.

Trust wasn’t something I had access to back then. I didn’t trust myself, my timing, or my choices. I trusted external markers instead job titles, productivity, stability, what made sense on paper. Letting go of those things felt like failure, even when staying felt like self-betrayal.

What I’m learning now is that alignment doesn’t arrive all at once.

It doesn’t come packaged as the perfect role that ticks every box: finance, wellness, freedom, and balance. Sometimes only one or two are present. Sometimes they rotate. Sometimes they feel far away. And that doesn’t mean you’re off track; it means you’re building something honest.

I’m learning to notice when something no longer aligns.
To listen without immediately panicking about what comes next.
To let endings exist without forcing immediate answers.

This phase of my life isn’t about having it all figured out.
It’s about rebuilding trust with myself, with my body, and with the quieter voice underneath the noise.

Trusting that following my values, even without a clear map, is enough.
Trusting that growth can be messy, slow, and still meaningful.
Trusting that choosing myself doesn’t require certainty — just honesty.

I don’t know what’s next - I mean, no one really does, but I definitely don't. What I do know is I trust myself and my abilities. All while still learning, still single, and learning to fall in love with Ireland, my life, and all it has to offer.

And right now, that feels like progress.

If any part of this resonates, you’re welcome to stay close.
I’ll be sharing more about a new offering in the new year called Soul Purpose. It is for those who don’t have it all figured out but feel called to build something meaningful. It’s a mix of practical business support and grounded coaching, helping you trust yourself, move forward with clarity, and stay well along the way. soon.

If this feels supportive, you can leave your details below. No pressure, no expectations, just a gentle way to connect and receive more information when it’s ready.

December Reminder

Winter has a way of slowing us down, even when the world speeds up

Christmas is often described as magical, joyful, and full of warmth and togetherness.
But the truth is: it isn’t like that for everyone.
For many, December can feel overwhelming, rushed, emotional, or simply too much.

And when life gets busy, the first thing we tend to drop is the one thing that actually helps:

The practices that support us.

Our grounding rituals.
Our breath.
Our movement.
Our journaling.
Our quiet moments.

Your self-care toolbox gets pushed aside not because you don’t care, but because December pulls you in a dozen directions at once.

A Different Way to Move Through the Season

Winter doesn’t ask you to perform or keep up.
It invites you to:

• soften

• slow down

• honour your capacity

• return to what steadies you

• let go of the pressure to be “on”

You’re allowed to say no.
You’re allowed to rest.
You’re allowed to create a gentler version of Christmas for yourself.

A Simple Winter Check-In

Ask yourself:

• What actually supports me right now?

• Which practices help me feel grounded?

• What do I want to bring back from my toolbox this week?

Even one small ritual — three deep breaths, a slow cup of tea, lighting a candle — can bring you back home to yourself.

Journal Prompts

1. What do I need more of this winter?

2. What can I gently release?

3. How can I return to my grounding practices this week?

If you feel called to move through winter with more support, softness, and grounding, the studio is here for you.

Through our weekly classes, meditations, and ceremonies, we create space to slow down, reconnect, and return to the practices that hold you.

See all of our classes here

You’re welcome to join us any time come exactly as you are.
Your winter can feel different this year.

Virtual Assistance and Business Support

“Soul isn’t just the name of my business, it’s the energy behind everything I do”

I always knew I  loved helping people bring their ideas to life since working with many small businesses, and most recently, a business very close to my heart, Huha, they are amazing and you should check them out! I realised in one of my reviews that when asked what I loved most about my role, I said for four years in a row, I love helping people, be that customers or our own team it was always where my heart went with every decision I made.

Now since fully stepping into my own business, I love that I get to gather together all of the things that excite me and that I am good at to continue my passion. Helping people live their best lives both personally and professionally ( oh, I am also a yoga teacher and life coach, helping people with anxiety ).

As a Virtual Assistant and Business Consultant, I wear many hats but am always grounded in one goal: helping soul-led businesses grow with integrity and ease.

The Quiet Power of having someone on your side.

Being an entrepreneur and business owner can be lonely when you are just starting out. I really understand. You are constantly questioning your decisions, or perhaps you are too scared even to make any decisions. Making decisions quickly and well is a massive part of running and growing a successful business. Some days are easier than others, and most days something will go wrong, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the world. Having someone on your side helps share that responsibility.

Consulting With Heart

I found myself helping people with every part of their business and loving every second of it, from refining their brand voice to streamlining their systems. That’s when I realized what I love most is helping people and giving them the space to open up their calenders for things they love doing and yes that meant I thought them yoga too. This was intuitive business consulting.

I now help heart-centered entrepreneurs align their big vision with grounded, sustainable strategy. Whether you're refining your customer journey, planning a retreat, hiring your first team member, or creating offers that reflect your values, I’m here to help you build a business that feels as good on the inside as it looks from the outside.

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Who I Work With

I’m especially passionate about supporting:

• Founders of small, values-driven businesses

• Women who want to lead in their own way, not by hustling, but by trusting their voice

• Founders who feel they are ready to take their business to the next level but need help ironing out some kinks first.

• Founders who are struggling to define their role and find the confidence to hire a full-time member and trust another person with their dream.

• Anyone in a season of transition, ready to build or rebuild a business with intention

What Makes This Soul Work

Soul isn’t just the name of my business, it’s the energy behind everything I do. I bring a trauma-informed, intuitive approach to consulting and operations. That means honoring nervous system regulation, making space for life to be messy sometimes, and staying aligned with your "why" as much as your revenue goals.

If you’ve ever wished for someone to walk beside you, not just as a strategist, but as a grounded support system, I’d love to chat.

Ready to co-create with Soul?

Send me an email to soulshalaconnect@gmail.com

Rent a Space Gorey

 

Looking for a serene and welcoming space to host your next practice, workshop, or gathering? Soul Yoga and Growth in Gorey, Co Wexford, is now available for rent. We offer a beautifully designed space for facilitators, teachers, and practitioners who want to share their gifts in a supportive environment.

If you are unsure what you are looking for, connect with us by email to soulshalaconnect@gmail.com

A Space for Connection & Growth

Soul is more than just a venue; it is a sanctuary designed to nurture creativity, healing, and personal growth. Whether you're a yoga teacher looking for a peaceful space to hold classes, a therapist, a wellness practitioner offering group or 1:1 sessions, or a creative looking for an inspiring location to host a workshop, Soul provides the perfect setting. Perhaps you are not ready to commit to an entire rental space quite yet; soul is the space for you.

What We Offer

• A calming atmosphere – thoughtfully designed to encourage presence and relaxation.

• A fully equipped space – suitable for movement practices, meditation, breathwork, coaching, and more for up to 4-5 people.

• Amenities - Full use of the space, including yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, teas, and blocks.

• Flexible rental options – available by the hour or for daily bookings to suit your needs

• Central Gorey location – easily accessible on esmonde street with nearby amenities

• A welcoming community – where like-minded individuals come together to share and grow

• Facilites - Kitchen and bathroom Facilities.

Rates & Availability

We offer both hourly and daily rental options, allowing you to choose what works best for your schedule and budget. Whether you're looking for a one-time booking or a regular space to hold classes or sessions, we’re happy to accommodate your needs.

Book Your Space

If you’re looking for a warm and inviting space to bring your work to life, we’d love to welcome you to Soul Shala in Gorey. Get in touch to check availability, discuss rates, and schedule a visit.

Contact us today by email to, soulshalaconnect@gmail.com

your journey starts here

your journey starts here

Intro to the Soul

The Intro to Your Soul series is a gentle, no-pressure introduction to different healing tools designed especially for you. Whether you are brand new to these practices or looking for a supportive space to reconnect, you are welcome here exactly as you are.

For four weeks, we will explore the elements Water, Earth, Air, and Fire, each representing a different way to connect with yourself. Every session is an invitation, not an expectation. You get to choose what resonates with you, what supports you, and what you’d like to take forward into your life.

Healing is not about pushing yourself or following a rigid routine. It’s about discovering what feels safe, what feels good, and what helps you reconnect.

Listen to this song while you are reading, and let me know how it feels.

Each session includes:
✅ A guided journaling practice to help you listen to yourself with compassion.
✅ A different healing modality to explore what feels good in your body.
✅ A space for rest, ease, and connection without pressure or expectations.
✅ A warm cup of tea and a moment to simply be.

By the end of the series, you will have built your own healing toolbox filled with practices that bring ease, comfort, and trust into your daily life.

This series is offered both online and in person, so you can join from wherever you feel most comfortable.

Week 1: Water – Reconnection & Presence

Water is about softening, allowing ourselves to flow, feel, and gently reconnect with our senses. When experiencing anxiety or depression, it can be common to feel disconnected from our bodies. This session is an invitation to simply notice what is here without needing to change anything.

In this class, we focus on reconnecting with the five senses:

🌊 Mindful listening – Noticing sounds around us, tuning into the present moment.
🌊 Mindful eating – Slowly savoring a small piece of chocolate or tea, observing taste and texture.
🌊 Gentle self-inquiry – Through guided journaling, we explore what presence means to us.
🌊 Sound bath experience – A deep, immersive experience in sound, helping us listen inwardly and outwardly.

This session involves no movement, only an invitation to settle, listen, and be with yourself.

Week 2: Earth – Grounding & Stability

Finding Balance.

After softening into presence, we explore Earth's stability, grounding, and connection. Anxiety often brings a sense of unease, a feeling of being untethered. This session is designed to help you feel supported, rooted, and steady physically and emotionally.

🌿 Gentle, beginner-friendly movement – Slow, mindful movements to reconnect with your breath and body.
🌿 Grounding meditation – A guided meditation inviting you to visualize roots, stability, and inner safety.
🌿 Journaling for self-connection – Exploring how to create a sense of safety within ourselves.
🌿 Rest and reflection – After movement, we settle into a supported, restful position and notice how our bodies feel.

All movement is optional and can be done at your own pace. There is no right or wrong way to participate.

Week 3: Air – Lightness & Release

Air represents lightness, breath, and spaciousness, qualities that can be difficult to access when we feel overwhelmed. This session helps us explore ways to bring more ease and release into our nervous system through breath and movement.

🌬 Simple breathwork techniques – No forced deep breaths, just gentle invitations to explore what feels comfortable.
🌬 Stillness & silence – Noticing the rhythms of your body and creating moments of quiet.
🌬 Gentle movement – Releasing tension through small, natural movements.
🌬 Savasana & deep rest – A guided relaxation to let the body settle.

This week encourages self-trust, and you decide what feels best for you, whether it’s stillness, movement, or somewhere in between.

Week 4: Fire – Expression & Creativity

Fire represents expression, passion, and transformation, but not in an overwhelming way. Often, when words feel too difficult, creativity can help us express things we don’t yet know how to say.

🔥 Creative expression – Painting, drawing, or any form of visual self-expression. There are no rules, just exploration.
🔥 Journaling reflection – What worked best for you in the series? What tools felt most supportive?
🔥 A moment of gratitude – Honoring yourself for showing up and exploring these practices.

This final session is about trusting your own process and taking time to acknowledge your personal journey.

What differentiates traditional yoga from trauma-informed yoga?

Welcoming you just as you are, at the Soul Shala

Anxiety is something that many of us experience, whether it’s a constant undercurrent or a wave that crashes in unexpectedly. In today’s fast-paced world, the need for spaces that support emotional regulation, nervous system balance, and self-awareness has never been greater. This is where anxiety-informed yoga and mindfulness come in—a practice that goes beyond traditional yoga to meet individuals exactly where they are.

The Difference Between Anxiety-Informed Yoga or Yoga with Care and Traditional Yoga

Traditional yoga is a powerful spiritual practice that goes beyond the physical, focusing on breath, movement, mantra presence, and much more. However, not all yoga classes are designed with the needs of anxious or trauma-sensitive individuals in mind. Anxiety-informed yoga is a more mindful, intentional approach that prioritizes choice and nervous system regulation.

Here’s how it differs from regular yoga:

1. Emphasis on Nervous System Regulation – Anxiety-informed yoga focuses on helping individuals move out of fight-or-flight responses and into a more grounded, regulated state. This includes slower transitions, longer holds, and a balance between activation and relaxation.

2. Choice-Based Practice – Instead of set sequences or expectations, anxiety-informed yoga empowers individuals to listen to their bodies and check in on how each exercise is making them fell. There’s no pressure to push past discomfort—options and modifications are encouraged so students can find what feels best for them.

3. Mindfulness as a Core Component – Mindfulness is a huge part of yoga practices; anxiety-informed yoga is an essential foundation. Guided breathwork, meditation, and body awareness exercises help practitioners gently shift their focus away from anxious thoughts and into the present moment.

4. Trauma-Sensitive Approach – Many people with anxiety also have past experiences of trauma. This approach avoids triggering cues, encourages self-agency, and fosters a sense of safety through grounding techniques and supportive language.

Why It Matters

For those navigating anxiety, stepping onto a yoga mat or going to a new space can feel intimidating and scary.

Anxiety-informed yoga creates an inclusive and compassionate space where individuals can move, breathe, and be exactly as they are—without expectation or judgment.

At Soul Yoga and Growth, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels safe and supportive. Whether you’re new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this approach allows you to build resilience, self-trust, and inner peace at your own pace.

If you’re ready to explore a practice designed with your nervous system in mind, I invite you to join me on this journey to return to yourself one breath at a time.