When I was in second grade, I raised my hand 🖐 when asked, “Who has a three-syllable name?” “Meeeeeee!” I enthusiastically replied. “What’s your name?” The teacher asked. “Charlene!” The teacher clapped once for “Char” and again for “Lene.” “No, sorry that only two syllables.” The entire class snickered and laughed at me. That was […]

I’ve cried numerous times in a yoga class….as the student. Almost ten years as a New Yorker and I consider my yoga practice, my best friend. I show up to practice when I need to dance; when I need inspiration; when I need comfort; and usually, when I need to feel loved. It’s in a […]