Disco Kitty Yoga

My dear sweet community. I've been thinking a lot lately about the power of love. Not romantic love, not familial love, but true deep platonic love. The kind you feel so completely for a dear friend, and what a phenomenal gift that is! I'd like to share a personal story of the ways our bias' and preconceived notions can inhibit us from experiencing outstanding and fulfilling connections. Below you'll find a picture from this past weekend with one the most dear people in the world to me. She is far and away one of the great love's of my life, my true soulmate. I could not tell you how much she means to me. And yet, we almost lost out on our connection because of my internalized bias.

When I met Nic several years ago in our Psych 101 class, she was one of the most classically gorgeous women I had ever seen in real life. We often joke about our early interactions, about how genuinely she wanted to get to know me, how she tried to make conversations with me and I just refused to engage. In hindsight I can see how genuine and thoughtful this was, but at the time I could not get passed her blonde hair, and designer handbag. I thought I had her pinned, and of course there was no possible way we could have a damn thing in common.

The truth is that I let my own insecurities get in the way. Because I was not thin, because I was counter-culture, because I refused to let my guard down... and more specifically because I was so beat down by my own baggage, it seemed impossible that someone so seemingly different could have matching emotional luggage.

This past weekend Nic asked me to be her maid of honor, and my dear friends, let me tell you.... teenage me is having her mind boggled. As someone who spent much of their life feeling alienated (which it turns out is quite common), the idea that someone I view as so perfect would want me by her side, that she trusts and values me the way I do her, I'm not sure I have ever felt so validated. The truth is that validation doesn't come from s*x or body size or the price of your clothes, it isn't shallow, it isn't easy. When you work on yourself, when you learn to open your heart and let someone in, when you stick with something through all the highs and lows, it becomes meaningful.

Make of this what you will, dear community, but if I can offer one bit of reflection... you never know who is the matching puzzle piece to your rough edges. When you stop judging based on the superficial, your community will grow in ways you never dreamed possible... and it is MAGIC!

Thank you so much to all who have been showing up to class! It's been so wonderful working with you. I'd like to announce that I'll be taking a little time off from my public classes to focus my teaching energies to underserved communities. I'll be subbing back at Sports Basement Berkeley this Saturday and next, so come swing by! Otherwise I'll keep you posted and look forward to seeing you all in a few months

I LOVE Birdwing! This subtle yet advanced Forrest and Stellarflow move has done wonders for an old shoulder injury of mine. After talking to a student yesterday with a similar injury, I felt inspired to share my favorite shoulder healers! Come play this week to try out Birdwing, Kitehawk, and Turbodog!

Sunday's 11:30 at Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio!

Smudging away negative energy with my original disco kitty Xena Bear Warrior Kitten ❤

Stay strong my loves! Self care and snuggles with four legged babes

When is the last time you seduced your spirit? With all that's going on in the world, our sparks are dwindling. Recharge your energies, amp up your will to fight, keep yourself going strong... with a little self-love!

This Sunday 11:30 at Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio I'm offering up the basics of self-love and spirit seduction, get into your heart and ground with your hips!

Keep your spirits fierce my loves

Brought back many gifts from Mendocino and can't wait to share them in class! Saturday 10am at Sports Basement and Sunday 11:30 at Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio ❤❤❤

The first time I got into handstand, I was terrified and had no idea how to keep my body aligned upside down. That day, I wrote on my injury tag "Fear of Kicking Up", fully aware that I was walking into an inversion heavy intensive. When it came time to go upside down I called over my dear teacher and asked her what I was doing wrong. Why couldn't I make it all the way up. She watched, and informed me that the only thing holding me back was my mind. A few moments later, I was upside down.

When you face your fears, you just may find your sanctuary.

Play with the baby steps to bravery this weekend! Saturday 10 am at Sports Basement Berkeley and Sunday 11:30 at Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio!!!

Look who's up on MINDBODY online!!!! Come play with me every Sunday for the next three months at Innerstellar.

Happy New Year from Disco Kitty and Moose❤

Getting ready to Romance My Spirit with my beloved teacher Kiki, the fierce and sparkling mama of Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio, who challenges my deepest stories, brings me to tears, and helps me be the truest me.

So grateful that one week from today I begin teaching at Innerstellar, the studio and community that has led me to the happiest, most confident woman I have ever been!

Join me Sundays 11:30 for some Stellarflow!!!

Just finished up my NYE class at Sports Basement Berkeley... gosh darn I love my students! This class is always so loving and energetic, can't wait to kick off January with such an awesome group!

Come play with us and sparkle up! Every Saturday at 10 am!

Feeling all wound up with holiday anticipation? Come unwind and open your heart to joy this Saturday at 10 am! I'll be hosting a wonderful cheerful flow to get you in bright spirits, so come on out and play at Sports Basement Berkeley