Meet Trailblazer Julie Martinez

Today we’d like to introduce you to Julie Martinez.

So, before we jump into specific questions about what you do, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Well, I guess it makes sense to start from the beginning! As a child, I was very very sensitive, the little one who saw colors when she closed her eyes and felt things so deeply that I was often called a “cry baby” as I ran home from a neighbor’s house when my feelings were hurt. After a few too many painful events from mean kids in middle school, I shut my sensitivity down along with many other special and unique parts of myself that didn’t feel safe anymore. And so, I became what others wanted me to be: quiet, chill, cool, “A” student, sports captain, perfectionist, aspiring corporate all-star, etc.

About 10 years later, it all caught up to me when I discovered I had subconsciously developed a life-threatening eating disorder as a coping mechanism to living the life that was acceptable to others vs. the life that was true to myself. At 23, I hit a true rock bottom that left my body, mind, and soul in pieces. And so the healing journey began.

I dove into spirituality, meditation, yoga, lovingness, energy healing and more. Books like Gabby Bernstein’s “Spirit Junkie” truly saved my life, as I learned that within me existed my very own best friend, highest self, supporter and that I was never ever alone – despite countless nights sobbing in my apartment with no one in sight. The two years that followed were an intense death-rebirth cycle.

For the following five years, I followed the breadcrumbs. I studied and studied, worked with coaches, received certifications, and gradually have found my way back home to myself (of course, always still in process!). Some of the most instrumental pieces of my healing were learning how to love and be gentle with myself through it all, my 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, my Reiki training, Astrology curiosity, and most of all, the beautiful community I have found here in Denver providing sacred space and sisterhood circles.

So, here I am. My mess is my message. I love supporting humans who are having a hard time here on earth, who feel they are less than or don’t belong, who for some reason feel that they are not “ok” and enough just as they are. I love to provide gentleness and compassion to help them breathe a little deeper, relax a little more, and find their way back to their truest, highest selves.

Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Ha… no.

As I mentioned above, I hit a major rock bottom at 23…and the journey continues today. Life is cyclical, sometimes things go smoothly, and sometimes the universe calls you to up-level and puts you through the wringer again. I continue to face health challenges and opportunities for growth in all areas of my life. I welcome it all though, without discomfort we would never move and grow.

If you are just starting your journey, know that you are fully supported and never alone. No matter what your spiritual belief system, a higher force is working for you, leading you towards who you are meant to be. The key with bumps in the road is to feel them and be with them. Emote, cry, scream, dance, move the energy in a safe space. Then, I would recommend starting with getting quiet and spending some time with yourself. Whether it is through a simple breathing practice, formal meditation, nature walk, or just laying on the floor and staring at the ceiling. Get quiet, be still, try to ground your energy… and see what messages come through. Journaling can also be very helpful here to sort out what is really going on. Be super gentle with yourself and when you have clarity, take the right next step (this could be doing something or just taking a bubble bath)… just one step in front of the other. You’ll be amazed at what those little steps can add up to.

Please tell us more about your work, what you are currently focused on and most proud of.
Awesome! I am a Reiki Master Practitioner, Astrology Advisor, and overall Spiritual Supporter. Currently, I am offering Distance Reiki Sessions (in person are available on a case by case basis), and Astrology Charts. My business is in the early stages, so I plan to expand my offerings in the future – keep an eye on my site and Instagram for more information on that! Given my own experience with rock-bottoms and feeling out of place in this frenetic world we live in, I infuse my offerings with compassion, ease, and gentleness. My only goal is to support others in finding ease and peace within themselves so that they may live their most authentic and happy lives.

I am super excited about a new offering I have “A Guide to Your Soul”. This offering is a detailed and easy to understand Astrology Chart completely customized to the client. I am so passionate about Astrology because of the insight and validation it gives us as humans on the earth plane. As I have mentioned, as a super-sensitive person, I oftentimes have felt out of place in this world, or like I was weird and wrong. Once I began to understand my Astrology, it became so clear to me that all of these personal characteristics are who I truly came to earth to be. Things that others may find weird are my superpower. What I have felt a silent pull towards is truly where my soul wants to go. Days and months where I am going through all the things can directly be correlated to what is going on up in the sky. It’s truly fascinating stuff… and another tool I use to help clients feel empowered and enough in their truest selves.

What’s the most important piece of advice you could give to a young woman just starting her career?
One step at a time. It all can be quite overwhelming- I am right there with you. If you find something you love and are passionate about, and you feel called to share it. Just go for it! One simple action every day. Maybe one day, it’s discovering how people are actually going to pay you for your services, or connecting with an experienced friend, or reaching out to a mentor. As you show up and put in the effort, the universe will support you and have your back. In my experience, it’s all about energy and your intention. Show up, do the work (and also give yourself permission to rest), and the world will show up for you!

Contact Info:

• Website: www.juliemartinez.site
• Email: info@juliemartinez.site
• Instagram: @juliemartinezreiki
• Facebook: @juliemartinezreiki

Image Credit:
Julie Martinez

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