There seems to be an ever-growing obsession with wellness and the pursuit of perfect health and balance, don’t you think? Everywhere you turn, there's that new fitness trend promising to unlock the ultimate state of well-being from reformer pilates to hyrox to shy girl workouts. But here’s the thing: does it ever feel like too much? Does the pressure to achieve this "perfect" version of yourself ever just totally weigh on you? Do you find your inner dialogue saying “I must do more yoga!” Or perhaps pressure to practice perfectly becomes it's own kind of stress - distracting you and robbing your sense of peace?
I've been there. I've have had high expectations of myself to meet my yoga goals over the years, pushing for an long sessions every day, feeling like I was failing if I didn’t manage it. But why? Why do we set these rigid expectations for ourselves? Would achieving them actually fix anything? Should we strive to make them happen against all odds or should we surrender and allow ourselves some grace if the timing just isn't right?
Through my practise over the past 15 years, I have come ro to realise something profound, something that made me fall even more in love with my practise: Yoga isn’t about perfection. It’s not about doing it every single day or about achieving advanced postures. Yoga is part of me, no matter whether I roll out my mat every day or whether weeks go by without a single session.
And that's the beauty of it. Yoga isn’t a destination; it’s a practise, a mindset. You can be present at any given moment. I’ve learned that I can infuse yoga into my life in so many simple, beautiful ways—without pressure, without expectations. Some days it’s just a moment of mindful breath, a stretch in the morning, or a pause in the evening. Other days, I get to savour an undisturbed extended practice, and let me tell you, that deep surrender is nothing short of divine and often brings real tears of joy or release as well as a sustained sense of peace throughout mind and body.
As a mother now, I’ve realized that yoga doesn’t have to look a certain way. Micro-moments of yoga are enough. Life is full, and I try to embrace it all, knowing that even in the busiest of days, a moment of mindfulness or a few gentle stretches can keep me grounded. But when I do get the space for a longer practice, it’s like a gift I treasure deeply.
The truth is, yoga is a deeply personal journey. It’s not about comparing yourself to others or striving for an ideal that doesn’t serve you. As women, we need to remember that yoga was created with men’s bodies in mind—not necessarily ours. That’s why I embrace a more compassionate and adaptable approach to my practice and teaching.
Through yoga, I've learned to embrace self-compassion. I've learned to extend that same grace to others when they need it most. Whether you're effortlessly flowing into challenging postures or simply grounding yourself in Mountain pose, I want you to remember this: in my classes, you are your best guide. Listen to your body—it will always tell you what it needs. I’m here to support you with zero judgement, helping you feel confident, supported, and connected on your path.
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