After hosting 33 retreats since 2017, most of them since 2021 , I’ve noticed a pattern, that certain things come up again and again in conversation. Not in formal feedback or surveys, but in the real moments: during a walk after practice, over dinner, in the airport on the way home, or in the messages I receive weeks later. People often share the same reflections about what made the retreat experience feel different to them. And over time, three themes have consistently come

INTRODUCTION: I recently shared a shorter version of this message on Instagram, and the response was incredible . All day I received texts, emails, DMs, and even people pulling me aside at the yoga studio to tell me how impactful the post was. Hearing that meant a lot. I wrote this from two perspectives. First, for the person who has worked incredibly hard to build something and often finds people asking to “pick your brain.” If that’s you, my hope is that this gives you perm

You’ve probably heard this — or some version of it — a million times: “Being ready isn’t a feeling, it’s a decision.” It’s true. We can talk ourselves out of beginning something far faster than we can talk ourselves into it. And most of us know the feeling that often sits underneath that hesitation:  I am not enough.  A thought that, over time, turns into a belief system. In yoga, this is known as  Avidya  — ignorance of our true self — the first of the five  kleshas , or cau

Dear Friends, As this year comes to a close, I've found myself reflecting—not just on what I did in 2025, but on who I became along the way.   This year was full. I hosted 7 retreats through my business—Mexico, Peru, Portugal, back-to-back Smoky Mountains, Italy, and Vermont–now having hosted 32 retreats to date. I taught yoga at my first festival in Vermont , led monthly classes, and shared space through community events at lululemon Birkdale as their yoga ambassador. I

Simple foundational techniques that build strength, awareness & confidence on  (and off) the mat. Most people think yoga progress comes from achieving harder poses. In reality, it comes from better foundations. When you understand how to breathe, focus your mind, and move your body intentionally, the entire practice becomes more effective, more powerful, and more meaningful. Through this you begin to move away from just ‘doing’ yoga, and instead, embodying yoga – moving throu

Honestly, as an entrepreneur trying to carve my own path, this feeling is no stranger to me. This isn’t your average inspiration only post, because let’s be honest—life is hard. The sooner we accept that little fun fact, the better equipped we are to handle the inevitable challenges. No matter who you are—you face challenges, too. There will be moments when you feel like giving up. Moments when you’re unsure of your next move, or questioning if everything you’ve done so far h

Saturday night I returned from Italy, where I hosted my 31st retreat — my second time in Le Marche after an unforgettable experience in 2024. I love Le Marche because it’s off the beaten path, full of locals instead of tourists, and perfectly embodies what I want to offer in a wellness retreat: authenticity, beauty, and space for real connection.   Our retreat center went above and beyond in every way . Nestled in rolling hills and olive groves, the estate offers two stunnin

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