I knew from a young age that my gift was to connect with and understand others. How this would translate in my life though, I was unsure. My beautiful mother gave me, among many things, a strong spiritual base that continues to be present within me and grow stronger with time. How I would nurture and continue this in my adult life was uncertain. After finishing my social work degrees at Michigan State and beginning to work in the field I love, I found in order to connect with others on a level that would make me effective, I needed an avenue for processing and releasing the heaviness that I absorbed everyday. Additionally, after dancing since age three and subsequently teaching dance, I missed the creative movement and physical outlet that it provided. As I was searching for a way to relieve stress, nurture my spiritual growth and continue the work I was meant to do, my friend Rachel introduced me to Hilltop Yoga. Here I found everything I was searching for and so much more. I found my amazing teacher, my best friends and myself. With each practice I learn more about who I am intended to be and I connect with the strength inside that allows me to continue my self-exploration and therefore assist others as they navigate their own journeys. I enrolled in Hilaire’s 200, 300, and finally 500 hour trainings in order to continue on this path. I am in love with yoga and am deeply thankful for everything it has brought into my life.

Find your inner light, and let it shine on those around you.

Namaste.