As a follow up to my last post, I have recently been seeking out a yoga studio to offer a message to others that they are welcome, worthy, and enough, and that they can do more than they dream possible. I have been searching for a place to offer a yoga practice that is inclusive, open, and supports those who could use a little extra care in their time of need, and I believe I have found that place with Twisted Pretzel Yoga. From the moment I was introduced to Maria through a mutual friend, I felt at ease and knew that I was in the presence of a good human. She is one of those people who is filled with integrity and a deep sense of care for others, and a personal responsibility to spread this care through the way she lives her life. I am happy to know her, and thrilled to be collaborating to offer my first teaching experience to support survivors with Thrive ICT and in a Yoga for Healing and Wellness Camp environment. In keeping with my own commitment to personal growth and integrity, I know that I will be able to share a yoga practice that encourages others to reach to the outer limits of their comfort zones, while remaining in the inner limits of one's safety zone, as this is how I practice daily as well. I am thankful for the opportunity to share in the beautiful dance that is seeking the mind, body, and spirit connection and to be able to do so with empathy, respect, and humility. I am passionate about eventually being able to invite survivors of domestic violence to join my yoga practice in Cochabamba, Bolivia, and am excited to give the opportunity to survivors locally to experience the same care and love for self until I am physically present in Bolivia once more.
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AuthorValerie Ellis, who is in alignment with the Black Lives Matter Movement and everyone whose life is impacted, now or before, by times of social injustice. Archives
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