02/09/2026
After living and working in France for three years, I experienced firsthand what a slower, more supportive culture can do for both health and clarity. That experience deeply shaped my decision to found The Collective Om, to bridge Western science and Eastern wisdom in ways that help people reduce stress, slow down, and regulate their nervous systems in everyday life.
I’m grateful to have joined a Facebook Live conversation last night ahead of participating as a workshop host at Steppintine on Valentine’s Day. A special thank you to the Steppintine leadership team for creating space for this work and for recognizing the importance of practices like yoga and mindfulness within their festival programming.
Introducing yoga as a new class is a powerful acknowledgment that well-being includes learning how to relate to our thoughts and bodies and remembering that we have choice in how we respond, not just react.
One of the greatest joys of this work is knowing that for many people, this may be their first experience with yoga or mindful movement. Creating an accessible, supportive space for that first step is a gift, and one I’m truly looking forward to.
Steppintine is a multi-day, open community event taking place February 12–15, 2026, bringing together movement, dance, connection, and wellness. Tickets and event details can be found here: https://lnkd.in/giZV9P6y
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