This week, I made the decision to leave Unity Hot Yoga after 3.5 years of devoted teaching.
This space helped shape me into the teacher I am today, and I’m endlessly grateful for all it’s given me — the community, the growth, the lessons.
That said, I’ve known in my heart for a while now that it was time to move on. I’m proud to say I was able to do so with maturity, grace, and integrity.
Here’s how it unfolded…
Back in November, I had a tarot reading in Sedona that integrated Human Design and the reader spoke to the way I process emotions.
I was told that for me, clarity doesn’t come in the moment. I need to wait. To sleep on things. To write, reflect, feel.
I need space to process before I speak, act, or decide. Otherwise, my emotions can end up running the show.
This lesson was tested recently when I made the decision to leave Unity.
A week before I officially left, I felt angry and deeply unhappy. Part of me wanted to react impulsively—burn the bridge, cut ties, let the fire of frustration take over.
But I remembered what that reading said.
And I chose not to let a temporary emotion dictate a permanent action.
Instead, I gave myself space.
I spent my birthday weekend in stillness and simplicity—away from my phone, away from distractions. I allowed myself to feel everything, but not act on it immediately.
I wrote. I reflected. I remembered who I am and how I want to show up in the world.
That my goal is to move with love.
That I am one who choses peace over anything else.
I decided quietly that my last class would be that Tuesday, and I kept it to myself.
I made a phone call—not a text—because I wanted to honor my time there respectfully. I had a beautiful, honest, loving conversation with the studio owner. And to my surprise, I was met with grace. I’m welcome back anytime. To take class, to offer workshops, to stay connected.
There was no fire.
No explosion.
Just closure with love.
It reminded me: when we give ourselves the time to truly feel, we can respond with intention instead of reaction. We can leave with grace instead of drama. We can care for ourselves with stillness, love, and maturity.
That, to me, is what stepping into 30 looks like.
I am thrilled to jump two feet in to my offerings and show my fullest expression through my work moving forward.
~Heres how you work with me this summer~
Soft Girl Summer Day Retreat
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~You're invite~
An afternoon of realigning with the nature rhythm of the earth. Connecting with the feminine within and around you.
An experience you'll walk away from with transformational tools, rituals, and a felt sense of belonging.
An afternoon to bask in your worthiness.
Hosted at a private residence in Plaistow, NH.
Ample parking and privacy.
Refreshment and light snacks provided.
Early bird end next week!
Secure your spot today.
~thanks for reading ~
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I'll be back next week!
With love,
Steph
