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Yoga Mel


Yoga Is Activism: Taking Up Space as a Black Queer Yoga Teacher
I didn’t come to yoga because I was flexible. I came to yoga because I was tired. Tired of proving myself. Tired of shrinking in spaces...
Yoga Mel
May 143 min read


11 Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for the Yogi (or Yoga Lover) in Your Life
Shopping for the perfect Christmas gift for someone who practices yoga can be a beautiful opportunity to support their journey—whether...
Yoga Mel
Dec 13, 20243 min read
From Relaxation to Certification: Yoga Retreats vs. Teacher Training for Black Yogis
Which Yoga Experience Is Right for You? #ytt #yogaretreat #blackyogateacher Yoga Retreat vs. Yoga Teacher Training: What's the...
Yoga Mel
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Why Representation in Yoga Matters: My Journey as a Black Yogi
My first day at yoga teacher training was one I’ll never forget. Picture this: they hit us with the question, "What's your relationship...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20243 min read


Finding Balance: A Guide to Chakra Healing
Balancing chakras is an ancient practice that focuses on aligning and harmonizing the body's energy centers. These spinning wheels of...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20243 min read


4 Ways To Support LGBTQ+ Community During Pride Month
This June is especially important for me, it’s Pride month and International Yoga Day falls on June 21. And as a Queer BIPOC yoga...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20244 min read


It's My Blaxit Anniversary
My Second Year in Costa Rica I will always remember this time of year, every March. It’s when the pandemic really hit the U.S., and...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20244 min read


My Journey Back to Self
I came out of the closet to the few close friends and family that I invited to our wedding last month, of which most were attending...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20246 min read


How I Manifested My Soulmate
11-11-22 Our wedding day was absolutely perfect! Thanks to a good friend of ours and all their preparation, shopping and cooking ahead of...
Yoga Mel
Jul 2, 20245 min read
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