Hi friends,

I think 2020 has been an unprecedented year in many ways. From the civil and emotional unrest that swept the nation in the wake of George Floyd’s death, to upheaval of any sense of “normality” most of us had crafted for ourselves and everything in between, nothing has quite panned out this year the way it was supposed to.

With that being said, this year has completely changed the way we consume yoga. What started out as a commodity for the rich, white, thin, and able-bodied has quickly shown itself to be a beacon of hope and a savior of sanity for yogis of all ages, races, shapes and socioeconomic backgrounds. I have never been more proud to be a practitioner of such a culturally rich experience, and even more honored to be able to share this practice that has brought me so much peace with all of you.

I’m sure you’ve noticed that as the months have gone by, my class offerings have become fewer and further between. Many of my peers have taken their offerings online, eagerly embracing the technology we've all become addicted to and dependent on to teach what we love. I’ve been hesitant to do so for many reasons (imposter syndrome, the plight for perfection, and an unfounded optimism that things would soon return to normal being a few of them) but, ultimately yoga is a practice of union, and the old adage “you can't pour from an empty cup” is more true than ever. This year has been a tumultuous one for me in many ways, and as someone who aims to be authentic in all things, teaching in a time where there was much personal reflection to be done felt intimidating and impossible.

I’ve spent the past few months slowing down, meditating, and returning to the roots of my own personal practice so that by the time I made my way back into teaching I was able to return, restored and renewed, confident that I was putting my best foot forward, and truly living the lessons and traveling the path.

I originally started teaching yoga to promote and facilitate health and welfare in a wholesome, holistic way. I’ve been teaching and training full time since I completed my 200 hours in 2017, and it was by-and-large time for a slow down. Maybe that was the blessing of this pandemic. So much is put on us to “achieve”, so many of us have tied our self-worth to our work that we have forgotten who we are (and what we bring to the table) outside of our perceived contributions to society.

I invite you to slow down and reflect. What deep patterns and assumptions influence the way you move through the world? How has your body handled everything that has happened this year? Do you feel the desire to do more out of fear of repercussions to your family, friends, or way of life? Are you truly living for you, or have you allowed the 9-5 grind to dictate your life?

These are all questions that have plagued me over the past few months, and although I am no closer to answering them now as I was when I wondered them, I can say that their consistent place on the mantle of my mind has influenced how I navigate this new normal, and how I can best bring what I do to all of you.

I’m finally expanding my teachings and bringing them online. If you’re called to do so, you can sign up for any of my online offerings, or feel free to take advantage of my schedule to book your private practice with me.

There’s still much internal introspection to be conducted within myself, and much more work to be done as a country. I dream of an America with equal rights and equal pay, affordable healthcare and education, and a country that can leave behind its history of racism, colorism, and misogyny to become a nation worthy of the moniker “greatest country in the world”. Let’s move (safely) together, let’s breathe (deeply) in unison, and if anyone is unsure of how to handle hardship, I’m here to offer a (virtual) shoulder to lean on. I want to hold space for you. Let’s build a community together.

Thanks so much for your patience.

Stay safe and well,