Values

I believe in approaching life with a childlike sense of curiosity and wonderment.  

In uninhibited laughter.

In being grateful for the small pleasures.

In openness and acceptance.

In celebration of what makes us different. 

In creating an atmosphere that fosters a sense of inclusion.

In compassion for ourselves and for others.

In finding space for creativity and self-care.

In loving big.

Yoga

My personal yoga practice is focused on the Mysore Ashtanga Yoga tradition which I found during a period of uncertainty in my life. Mysore has grounded me in its steadiness, meditative repetition, and purposeful progression. 

As a yoga teacher, I hold a 200-hour certification in Hatha Yoga and a 50-hour certification in Rocket Vinyasa Yoga. I value authenticity in my approach above all else. In my classes I focus on creating an atmosphere where the only true requirement is that students are kind to themselves – with the hope that it will lead to new discoveries in connecting with the body, mind, and breath. Students should always expect to feel welcome and supported, both on and off the mat.

Writing

I recently allowed myself to identify as someone who writes.  What you will find from my writing is mainly nonfiction, and mainly accounts of my life in different forms that adhere to few rules – short stories, poetry, songs, streams of consciousness, love letters, etc. I am focused on capturing the awe and inspiration that I feel in the daily moments that make up my life and the lives of my curious, passionate, and hilarious friends and family members. 

Everything Else