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An Interview With An Aspiring Yoga Teacher

What is your experience in yoga?

Five years ago I suffered chronic back pain that affected every area of my life. Yoga was a way that I could take responsibility for my body and regain strength and health.  It was a game changer for me.   

Why do you teach?

I love yoga so much and see every benefit in living this lifestyle. I have experienced what it has done for me and teaching and sharing is a natural outpouring of that love.

What are your best or favorite poses?

Balancing poses and inversions remind me that I am capable of things beyond what I can imagine.  I used to approach these with fear but have learned to trust my body to carry me through

In short, who are you off the mat?

When not on my mat, chances are you’ll find me on a trail in the woods with camera in hand.  I jump at the opportunity to be among trees.  

What is your favorite quote?

“Courage, dear heart.” C.S. Lewis

Why do you like practicing yoga?

Yoga gives me confidence.  It introduces me to myself, the side of myself that doesn’t have limits.  It breaks down the walls and whispers words of encouragement and all of that follows me into life.

Who inspired you?

I had a teacher named Silvana that was a beam of light.  She let her heart shine and encouraged her students to do the same.  She really inspired me to start discovering my potential.  I aspire to be a teacher like that who just brings out the best in each student.

What inspires you?

I am an artist and musician, this creative side of me blends so well with my practice of yoga and allows me to soften and feel, to listen to the artistry of a yoga sequence.

What style do you like to teach?

A yummy slow flow is my jam.  Hatha and vinyasa offer a nice combination of breath and heat and movement with attention to alignment.

What feeling do you get after practice?

Shtira and sukha. Strength and softness in balance.  I’ll often feel all the feels after class because my heart has been opened and my barriers let down.