Teacher Spotlight (Hawaii)

We met up with a few CPY teachers  to talk about why they love yoga, how they stay grounded outside the studio and their advice to yoga newbies. 

Stephanie P.

• 10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga reminds me I am worth so much.

• How does your practice make you stronger? While I test and explore my physical limitations, I am able to expand my mental and emotional limitations.

• A mantra or intention I frequently come back to in class: Question your habits, doubts and fears. Practice and live more with intention.

Max H.

• 10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga brings benefits to my mind, body and soul.

• How does your practice make you stronger? I take the intentions I set in class and apply it to overcoming the daily challenges.

• A mantra or intention I frequently come back to in class: One of my favorite quotes, "Comparison is the thief of Joy" frequently crosses my mind [and reminds me] to appreciate where I am in yoga and life.

Maisa T.

• 10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga has become the ritual that guides me back to my true self.

• What have you gained through your practice? I've gained the rituals needed to be my best self, so I can better serve my community and raise the vibration around me.

• My advice to beginner yogis: Let go. Let go of any ideas you have about yoga, yourself, your body, and any judgements. Allow yourself to be open to receive. 

Troy M.

• 10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga deepens my connection with my mind, body and spirit.

• How do you remain grounded outside the yoga studio? Focus on the now instead of measuring the distance yet traveled.

• A mantra or intention I frequently come back to in class: Make the impossible possible! Trust the process!