I never expected my life to be a dance between the graceful stillness of yoga and the vibrant rhythm of words, yet here I am — a poet and a yoga teacher. These two seemingly different worlds have woven together to create the person I am today. They’ve taught me lessons of patience, expression, and deep connection with myself and others. This is the story of how I found my voice as a poet while balancing the beautiful art of teaching restorative yoga.

The Early Seeds of Creativity

Growing up, writing was my escape. It wasn’t something I planned to share with others, at least not at first. Poetry became the language I used to understand my emotions. It was the quiet voice I could rely on during moments of reflection, joy, and sorrow. With every line I wrote, I felt more connected to the world, as if I were capturing fleeting moments of life that would otherwise go unnoticed.

During this time, yoga had not yet entered my life, but I was already seeking ways to ground myself. Words gave me a sense of stability, even when life felt chaotic. I poured my heart into poems, often writing about the beauty I saw in nature, the complexity of human relationships, and my inner thoughts. However, the notion of sharing these poems with others seemed distant. Writing was personal, and though I admired poets who shared their souls through their work, I wasn’t yet ready to take that step.

Discovering Yoga: A New Path to Self-Discovery

It wasn’t until I discovered yoga that I realized how much I had been missing in terms of connecting with my body. I came across yoga during a challenging phase of my life when I was looking for more than just an outlet for emotions. I needed something physical — something that could help me find peace not only in my mind but also in my body.

Restorative yoga, in particular, spoke to me. Unlike the fast-paced world around me, this practice encouraged stillness and mindfulness. It allowed me to focus on the moment, much like poetry had done for me in my earlier years. Each yoga session became a meditation, a way to slow down and listen to the body’s needs. With every breath, I learned the importance of patience and presence.

It wasn’t long before I decided to pursue teaching yoga. I wanted to share the same sense of peace and grounding that I had found with others. Teaching became a way of extending my understanding of self-care and mindfulness, helping others reconnect with their bodies and minds in the same way I had.

The Intersection of Yoga and Poetry

At first, I thought teaching yoga and writing poetry were separate parts of my life. Yoga was about movement and breath, while poetry was about words and expression. But as I continued down both paths, I began to see the connections between the two.

In poetry, every word is carefully chosen, much like every movement in yoga is intentional. Both require mindfulness, awareness, and a deep connection to the present moment. Teaching yoga also became a form of poetry in itself — guiding students through sequences, using breath and movement to create a flow much like the rhythm in a poem.

This realization transformed my approach to both practices. I began to write more about the physical sensations I experienced during yoga, the emotions that surfaced in stillness, and the spiritual growth that came with deepening my practice. My poetry became a reflection of my yoga journey, while yoga gave me new inspiration for my writing.

Sharing My Poetry with the World

The decision to share my poetry publicly was not easy. For a long time, I kept my poems to myself, viewing them as deeply personal reflections of my inner world. But the more I taught yoga, the more I realized that vulnerability is a powerful tool for connection. Just as I encouraged my students to let go of fear and embrace the present moment during yoga, I realized I needed to do the same with my poetry.

I started by incorporating poems into my yoga classes, using them as a way to set intentions or close the session with reflective thoughts. To my surprise, my students responded deeply to the poems. They often approached me after class, expressing how the words had resonated with their own experiences. This gave me the confidence to start sharing my work beyond teaching yoga.

Starting a blog was the next natural step. I wanted a platform where I could combine my love for yoga and poetry, sharing both practices with a broader audience. My blog became a space for me to explore themes of self-care, mindfulness, and emotional healing through both written word and movement. It was incredibly rewarding to see how my words could touch others, much like how yoga had transformed my life.

Balancing Two Passions

Balancing teaching yoga and writing poetry hasn’t always been easy, but it has been incredibly fulfilling. Both require dedication and time, and there have been moments when I’ve felt overwhelmed trying to manage both. But the beauty of these two passions is that they complement each other. When I’m feeling creatively blocked, a yoga session often helps me find inspiration again. When teaching yoga becomes challenging, writing poetry allows me to process my emotions and regain clarity.

There’s a certain harmony in balancing these two practices. Yoga helps me stay grounded, while poetry allows me to express my thoughts and emotions freely. Together, they form a holistic approach to well-being — caring for both the body and the mind.

The Journey Continues

As I continue to grow both as a poet and a yoga teacher, I’m reminded that the journey is never truly finished. Both practices require ongoing learning, exploration, and patience. I’m constantly discovering new layers of myself through the words I write and the movements I teach.

In many ways, poetry and yoga have taught me the same lesson: life is about balance. It’s about finding stillness in chaos, expression in silence, and strength in vulnerability. Whether I’m guiding students through a restorative yoga session or crafting the perfect line of a poem, I’m reminded that both practices are forms of self-discovery and connection.

I hope that through my work, I can continue to inspire others to find their own balance — whether through yoga, poetry, or another form of creative expression. Because at the end of the day, both poetry and yoga have taught me that we all have the power to heal, express, and grow. And that, to me, is the greatest gift of all.