Yoga

I don’t believe yoga is the same for everyone, that one style is the solution or truth. I believe that it is important to find our very own style, firmly rooted on yoga principles, but more flexible to the individual needs. Some might benefit from a soft, slow and controlled practice to reconnect to the body, relieve stress and regain a sense of control. Others might need something stronger, more invigorating to purge overwhelming emotions, and tension. It all comes down to what a nervous system might need in a given moment, the aim is to create balance and calm through learning to listen to our bodies.

For years, I pushed through pain, mistaking flexibility for freedom, as a sign that I am doing it right, something I am good in. As someone with hypermobility, I was praised for going deep into poses and even encouraged to go deeper—until my body began to break down. When fatigue, disconnection, and chronic pain took over, I lost access to the very practice that once brought me peace.

It was only through slowing down, somatic exploration, and focusing on stability and strength that I found a way back—not to performance, but to presence. I realised that there is so much more to yoga than doing bendy poses. That especially the ones that seem to have it easy with flexibility need a lot more support than is widely the case.

Now, yoga is no longer about shapes or striving. It's about nervous system support, interoception, and rebuilding trust with my body. My approach honours softness, sensation, and self-awareness—creating space for those who, like me, need something gentler, deeper, and more honest to build real strength.

Additionally, to this very Asana (posture) centered approach to yoga, I also found myself drawn to the other aspects of a true Yoga practice. The philosophy holds wisdom, pranayama, mudras, mantras and chanting all hold a treasure of benefits, that are increasingly scientifically proven.