About a year ago my partner and I floated up onto Maui’s
shores as gently and easily as if this transition in our life together had been
planned lifetimes before. Logistics were
smoothly prepared, and within a month of my job offer we were calling this
tropical paradise home. Beautiful
friends have stepped forward and become loving neighbors, and with all the
family visiting our popular island home it’s hard to miss the mainland.
What could possibly be so wonderful back in the states that
living on Maui isn’t enough compensation?
It turns out the answer is very little.
When pressed, I admit that I miss PNB and the incredible access I felt
working to support these amazingly talented dancers. No other job had offered me more satisfaction
until then, and I’m including teaching sailing and brewing craft beer.
Now I realize how lucky I am to have my current teaching
position. Passing on this particular
yoga tradition is an honor, and I hope to continue to inspire students both
near and far to keep searching everyday for their own personal connection to
yoga. Whether they live on Maui and
attend group class once a week or visit from afar and include yoga in their
holiday plans, I relish the challenges everyone brings to the mat. Acknowledgement that we’re all uniquely
different everyday provides a great equalizer and opportunities for amazing
growth.
Plus, there’s something special about the semi-transient
feel of this island and I know the energy in my classes will be enhanced when
there are newly arrived visitors. Not
good or bad, just a notion of the beginner’s mind, which can be helpful for
everyone. Plus, there is the promise
that students will discover something in the practice to take home to develop
their personal sadhana. I’ve always
loved helping people help themselves, and now I get to do it on Maui…bonus!
I’d love for you to join me in ongoing open group classes that
are tailored to each individual practitioner.
We safely and mindfully integrate breath and movement, creating
meditation in motion. There are mats and props to borrow and kind folks to
meet. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, in fact,
the beginner's mind is best. Come to the
Temple of Peace in Ha’iku, Monday thru Saturday 8:30–10am to cultivate gentle
awareness while unifying body, breath and mind for a truly lighter life.
