The WELLNESS Lab

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It all started when…

I had been observing my community of the same nationality (Filipino & Asians in general), for quite some time now.  I’ve followed the individuals who have taken on leadership roles within the community; both officially and unofficially, and realized that though the rest of society has recognized the crucial role that wellness plays in adapting a healthier lifestyle, it is still not comfortably discussed - especially the emotional and mental aspects - within the Filipino/Asian communities.  I want to change that.

I want to help encourage & guide the Asian community of Calgary to change their views on the topic of mental & emotional wellness and create an active and healthier lifestyle.

Trained in guiding individuals and groups into meditation & self awareness, yoga & movement, (as well as a Barre & fitness certification) I offer private & group sessions, and am currently working on an intimate workshop/series for December 2018.

 
 
My mat is 'home' for my body. It is where I can express truth to myself, my body and my mind. It is where I can be angry, be tired, cry and feel joy - sometimes all at once. + ASANA QUES remember to keep your weight evenly distributed on your leading foot. If you find that your knee is tracking outwards, envision that you are squeezing a ball between your thighs and you're squeezing just enough to keep it place. Your reach isn't as important than your alignment. So, when including the twist, activate your core and open your heart up. Lead with your nipples rather than your shoulders. Stay high on your back toes and activate your neck muscles. Find your gaze towards your fingertips (if they're reaching) or find a focal point in the ceiling or the far wall. Breathe. . #yoga #yogalover #yogateacher #yogaindoors #yycyoga #yogaeverydamnday #yycyogateachercalgary #breathe #namaste #twist #autumnleaves #sunday #sundaylove #love #thatsdarling #darlingyoga #breathe #yogi #mountainyoga #yogapractice #yogafit #thisyogilifts #stifffityogis
The first time I ever did this pose, I didn't activate my core and ego kept telling me to twist a little deeper 'cuz everyone else was doing it. I almost fell over on my neighbour. So when I start my classes and I know there's a regular in the room, I like to remind everyone that their safe space is on the mat. To focus on their body, their breathe and their practice. To remove critical ego and not to compare themselves to their neighbour. For the most part, it gets ignored, but that's when a good teacher repeats herself/himself. . . . . .
Thing is, when take the risk and push limits, you have to be ok with possibly failing. Know that you are your best investment.
Take the time to listen to yourself and listen to your body. To love yourself and love your body. . The common misconception that people have about yoga is that it's for flexible people. I like to tell them, "Yoga's is made for the self. So however you want to practice, whether it's with your feet behind or head or just laying is savasana, yoga is for you."
Push fingertips into the floor and squeeze everything right. Like, Everything. And if you're up for it, bend right knee to right shoulder. Spiderman. You're welcome. . . . . . #yoga #yogateacher #funwithyoga #yogaeverydamnday #darling #thatsdarling #yourdarling #strong #fitmama #thisyogilifts #stifffityogis #yogawithglor #movewithglor
Note to self: Don't do inversions post-lunch binge. It made for an unhappy digestive system and an off-kilter balancing act. . . . . . . . . . . . . #yoga #yogafeature #yogainspire #yogalove #inspire #fitmom #selflove #breathe #namaste #yogaeverydamnday #thatsdarling #darling #darlingweekend #tribe #yycyogi #yycnow #lifeinyyc #lifeincalgary #yogateacher #thatsdarling #darlingyou
 
 
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