Summer Musings and News☀️
Reflections from 2 months in Barcelona, and counting...
Hello sweet friends.
In June, I took an unplanned break from my newsletter, not because I didn’t have anything to write or share, but because I have been working on so many new projects here in Europe that I wanted to be fully present.
You know I am all about pausing, and this pause felt good.
I am writing this newsletter from my childhood bedroom in Barcelona. Sitting at the same desk where I sat every week doing homework, writing short stories, and staring at the bright white wall right outside my window.
My bedroom may not have the best views, but there is a nest of barn swallows that have migrated back Spring after Spring for decades right below my window. They chirp, play, and fly around from Sunrise to Sunset, providing me with entertainment and the beautiful sound of their song.
Beyond my bedroom view, Barcelona is a city filled with vibrant life, and I’ve been enjoying the hell out of it.
✨What I’ve been up to:
Mini Yoga Tour 🧘🏾♀️
In May and June I had the pleasure to take a little tour and visit Málaga, in Andalusia, and Logroño, in La Rioja, to teach accessible yoga classes and workshops for both yoga practitoners and teachers.
I travelled by train, which took a little longer, but was much more fun and is waaay more sustainable than hopping on a plane. I also avoided the stress of airports, which for me is a plus. I’ve you’ve not experienced train travel in Europe, I highly recommend it.
While visiting these studios I had the chance to meet, work with, and spend time with new communities while doing what I love most. I was stoked to be with folks who, like myself, live with a chronic illness or disability and choose to occupy space in the yoga and wellness industries with the aim to create more access for all.
Here are some highlights from my time in Spain:
Filming in The Netherlands 🎥
Another one of the things I love to do when I’m back in Europe is visit my favourite online studio, Ekhart Yoga in The Netherlands, where I get to film classes for our lovely members.
Between Andalusia and La Rioja, I took a little side trip (this time by plane) and spent four gorgeous Spring days in Weesp, a small Dutch town near Amsterdam, filming new classes and programs that you’ll be able to practice with soon.
If you want something now, check out these classes already on the platform. I have almost 60 practices for you to choose from, so I hope that you find at least one that resonates.
Accessible Yoga on Catalan Television 📺
As I returned to Barcelona for some well-deserved rest before heading back to the US, I got an incredible opportunity with Catalan National TV (Televisió de Catalunya).
As of the beginning of June, I’ve been hosting a short segment on accessible yoga in the daily afternoon show Planta Baixa in my native language, Catalan, which has given me the chance to connect to so many cool people and grow as a person and as a yoga facilitator.
✨Upcoming
As I am still in Barcelona for a few more weeks working with the TV station and some other exciting projects, I will be hosting a few live classes on Insight Timer as usual, for those who want to practice in real-time from anywhere in the world.
Stay tuned for a Yoga and Brunch happening in Barcelona on July 15th. For more info and to make your reservation for the event, you can send a Whatsapp message to: +34 682 14 76 63
Lastly, we have a few more days and a few available spots for our Morocco Yoga Retreat in October, reply to this e-mail with any questions!
✨The Weekly Pause⏸️
As I return to this space with more consistency now that my travels have eased and I have a home base for the next few weeks, I will be rolling out a weekly post for paid subscribers where I will share with you some of my favourite practices, playlists, books, and more so that together we can find inspiration to slow down, pause, and breathe.
For now, here are 3 practices that are currently supporting me:
1. A Playlist to get in the Flow 🎶
I know it’s been a while since I’ve shared a playlist with you, so here is a compilation of some of my favourite jams right now, perfect for getting house chores done, listening to on your walk or ride, or even practicing yoga to:
2. A Pause for Words 📖
With Summer already here, you may find yourself with a little more time to read, or at least with the intent to.
If you’re looking into deepening your yoga practice beyond the mat, here is an article I wrote recently with a few of my favourite yoga books for those wanting to learn a bit more about all aspects of the practice.
3. A Practice To Release Stress 🙏🏾
For those of you in need of regrounding and reconnecting, here is a 20-minute breathwork and yoga practice with one of my favourite teachers, Sandra Carson.
I hope you found some inspiration in this space, and that we get to connect soon, in person or online.
Until we meet again,
Much love,
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