Building the Life You Actually Want (Not the One You Think You Should): A Conversation with Jodie Heffren

Ruth interviews Jodie Heffren — a registered nurse turned breathwork facilitator and cold-plunge guide who created Rooted Woodland after moving to the Blue Mountains. They discuss how Jodie built her nature-based retreats, hosts women-focused (and some mixed) events, and offers off-grid cabin stays, while using breathwork, cold plunges, saunas and community to support transformation. The conversation explores big themes: outgrowing old beliefs, learning to ask for help, boundaries, self-care routines to prevent burnout, and the power of vulnerability and community. The episode closes with practical tips and an invitation to Ruth’s pay-what-you-can Tuesday evening meditation class. You can find Jodie on Instagram @rootedwoodland and her website is https://rootedwoodland.com/