As a kid, my favorite word was ”why?”
Some things never change. I've always been someone who asks questions, follows curiosity, tries new things, and takes the occasional road less traveled. I've learned some of life's greatest lessons outside the plans I've made, through the people I've met, the places I've explored, the conversations I've shared, and the experiences that have challenged me to grow. I believe there's something to learn from everyone and everything, if we're open to it.
I'm passionate about creating spaces where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. Spaces where we can tend to the mind, body, and soul in equal measure, explore the different parts of ourselves, and bring them together rather than treating them as separate pieces.
I believe we need spaces that remind us who we are, make room for all that we are, and help us feel more at home in ourselves and with one another. Because we're not meant to do this alone. We need one another. We need community. We need places to practice, gather, learn, question, and grow.
Building Heart Bridges
TheWhy behind the Way
I often return to Ram Dass's words: “We're all just walking each other home.” It's a sentiment that continues to shape how I approach my work every day.
A student recently shared that after some time away from my classes, seeing my name on the schedule felt like finding home again. My retreats, too, have been described as “surrendering into a big hug.” I hold both sentiments close. They speak to something I value deeply: creating spaces where people feel welcomed, supported, and a sense of belonging that extends beyond the time we spend together.
Outside of my work, I love to solo travel, find my sea legs on a surfboard, learn my way around a skateboard, collage, and dance whenever and wherever I can. I'm always drawn to a little adventure, a good story, and the opportunity to try something new.