Chris and Veronica envisioned Our Little Yogashala during their yoga teacher training 2 years ago, but its beginnings stretch back to childhood. Growing up they had a strong interest in physical health, sports and nutrition, and both of them sought out solutions to improve their mental health: Veronica struggled with anxiety and mood regulation, and Chris wrestled with anxiety and OCD. 

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In university they dedicated themselves to studying psychology to understand their minds and learn methods for promoting mental peace and clarity. Their studies of Western psychology provided many insights and a firm foundation for understanding and applying the scientific method. Exploring Buddhist psychology and yoga introduced them to ancient Eastern philosophies and the science of self-study .

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Chris and Veronica graduated university with honours and a passion to find a career where they could apply their studies to support people's health. But the sedentary and stressful life as undergraduate students made it clear that mental health and physical health are inseparable elements of wellbeing. That's when their casual enjoyment of yoga turned into a lifelong passion, because practicing yoga provided a consistent source of both mental and physical healing that they enjoyed, and helped them be better people in their relationships and at work.

   

Eventually they quit their jobs and travelled to India to learn traditional yoga from the source (which includes much more than the physical exercise we focus on in the West). The 500-hour yoga teacher training gave them a wealth of knowledge to bring home, but also provided insight into the uniqueness of everyone's physical and mental state and the amazing therapeutic power of yoga if a teacher really knows a student and works with them directly.

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Since returning, Chris and Veronica spent two years developing an approach to teaching self-care that is inclusive of all types of people, efficient and holistic. Our Little Yogashala is our commitment to supporting ourselves and others to live inspired lives filled with wellbeing, love, growth and support.