my bio
core beliefs
& education
I believe in...
...living intentionally through the gift of mindful presence
...embracing the rich diversity all around us
...letting go of fear through patience & clarity of perspective
...kindness & compassion towards all
...honesty & ethical responsibility
...social well-being through inclusivity
...finding stillness in the midst of activity
...discovering the magic within each ordinary moment
...approaching life with deep gratitude & appreciation
...the freedom for all beings to discover & express his/her/hir/their authentic nature
I am...
...a dedicated practitioner of meditation, yoga & contemplative arts
...an experienced educator of adults & children of all ages & diverse needs
...a graduate of Naropa University's MA program in Contemplative Education
...a registered yoga teacher, trained through Scott Anderson's Alignment Yoga teacher training program (YTT200; YTT500) + a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP )
...a meditation practice leader with the Madison Tergar Community & the Oregon Joy of Living Practice Group
...a teacher, trainer & past board member with the non-profit organization YogAutism, Inc.
...a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a neighbor & a community member
...& I am passionate about...
...individuals who live with the experience of autism
...running, walking, hiking & bicycling in the shared space earth provides
...reading, researching, learning & re-creating myself with each unfolding moment for the benefit of all beings
...looking inward & outward to cultivate greater understanding of myself, others & the human experience as a whole
Photo credit: Bobbie Harte Portrait