CONNIE

Yoga found me during the chaotic 2 decades of raising 3 beautiful souls as a means of healing my body, strengthening my focus, and developing my patience. Yoga was accessible, affordable and a fun activity to do with the kids.
My practise has evolved to being my therapy, a time of self discovery as an individual, and a constant reminder that every time I come to my mat, I must be forgiving of myself, and I often find forgiveness for others there.
I enrolled in the 200 hour teacher training offered through Salli at Yoga You4ia after taking a long leave of absence from life and responsibilities. I saw the opportunity to become aware and find myself again. I was afraid before the classes started that I would be a hinderance to the other students in attendance because I wasn’t a “Yogi” I could not hold a balance pose with out toppling over after a breath, and I wasn’t as young or had a “yoga body” like I thought everyone else did. I lacked the confidence. But I had the fire inside, at least I could smell the smoldering ashes of what I once was, and I knew I could fan them to flames once again.
When I took yoga too seriously, accepted nothing but perfection, I only saw my mistakes. Now I see my progress. My strength. My fire.
I look forward to my continuous growth in my yoga journey, being open to learning and sharing with other students on their own path.