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Jelisa Wiegers

Hometown

Creighton, Saskatchewan

My passion project is

I ran a wellness studio for almost 5 years, and now that I closed my studio, I plan to be able to have more time to do and share what I love! To raise my two children, do less business admin, and teach more yoga and strength classes! I plan to teach one yoga class this fall. But I will do more when my baby is a little older and needs me a little less. I'm also looking into going back to school. Not sure for what just yet:)

I maintain an Inspired Life through

Joy, and pride I think. I really do enjoy taking care of myself, and others. I feel good eatig well, staying active, and enjoying the beautiful northern town I live in. Especially now that I share it with my daughters. Today a lot of my inspiration comes from my two little girls. I love to see the wonder and excitement through a their eyes! My 3 year old loves activity already. Especially her "oga" (yoga), swimming, dancing, and now tumbling. I am currently breastfeeding my 6 month old. I'm grateful that I've been able to breastfeed both of my Children. I breastfed until Adalee was ready to be finished last time, and I hope to do the same with Alina. I'm very inspired to nourish my girls the way my body was made to, and the way many moms have done before me.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Today I own my karma by sharing joy and love with others, and helping others fall back in love with themselves. I do this through personal training, teaching yoga, or sharing a special conversation with someone. I'm also doing my best as a mother to help raise strong women with big hearts. I know they will help make our world a better place. They already do!

Yeganeh Asadian

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

Making yoga accessible to individuals who require the practice the most by offering free classes when I can!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

1. Setting intentions: Understanding the power and importance of intention as the rudder to steer my life. 2. Maintaining integrity: Live with integrity by keeping agreements with myself and others. 3. Living with purpose 4. Believing in my dreams

I #OwnMyKarma by

Volunteering for different events and foundations, fostering animals, spreading the word about various causes in my community, and spreading kindness, compassion, and oneness as much as I can.

Rebecca Johnston

Hometown

Moncton, NB

My passion project is

E3-Empowerement Through Eating and Exercise, an transformative online 6-week program for women.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

my spiritual practice of meditation and cultivating a positive mindset.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Being the best example I can be to my daughters, my clients, and my community.

Paola Marquez

Hometown

Maracaibo, Venezuela

My passion project is

my website and workout program! I'm so excited about their launch.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

being grateful.

I #OwnMyKarma by

spreading kindness and self-love.

Annu Gaidhu

Hometown

Mississauga, ON

My passion project is

Inspiring others in becoming conscious leaders of change by sharing the power of yoga, self-love and wellness as a path to healing. Utilizing yoga and mindfulness techniques as tools for self-inquiry and personal transformation. I feel that I had been given a gift in yoga as a healing practice—and while I know that yoga can not not be a cure-all for everyone struggling with mental health, I feel strongly about empowering youth to find their own “yoga,” or whichever strategies they need to overcome the mental and emotional challenges in their own lives.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

Living my Yoga everyday; the integrity and teachings of its practice. I stay committed in finding key approaches to encourage the growth of the physical and spiritual self; this motivates me to helping others inspire thoughts into action in creating a life they deserve.

I #OwnMyKarma by

modelling the power of connection and care beyond boundaries and borders through my commitment to child welfare with my own practice of yoga. My hope is to create a sustainable model of philanthropy that heals both the benefactors of the global yoga community and for children who could easily be invisible to the world.

Erica Sun

Hometown

Summerside, ON

My passion project is

hosting not aerial yoga classes with all proceeds go to anonymous struggling families.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

my unwavering faith in magic, I'll never stop believing..

I #OwnMyKarma by

being the person I needed when I was growing up, and being that person for other lost children.

Sarah Lam

Hometown

New York City

My passion project is

Inspiring women to be healthy and active through new and creative types of movement, encouraging women to embrace their bodies and flaws

I maintain an Inspired Life through

Finding new forms of exercise that can easily turn into a hobby, surrounding myself with people who share similar values and challenge me without me knowing it

I #OwnMyKarma by

Inspiring others to be healthy and active through new and creative types of movement.

Cassandra Amaral

Hometown

Mississauga, ON

My passion project is

creating and sustaining an intentional and successful yoga inspired business.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

my dedication to freedom—of heart and mind. Yoga has been my outlet to pursuing magic in my career and relationships. To honouring the ordinary moments and untapped potential. Experience is what we get when we don’t get what we want, so I choose experiences that assist my evolution to freeing the parts of myself that have held me back by the magic that exists here and now.

I #OwnMyKarma by

being of service to others. When I show up to my classes, clients, family or friends, I take full responsibility for my energy and actions. I hope to inspire and lead a new revolution of yogi's that understand yoga is so much more than downward-facing dog.

Chloe Elgar

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

Continue to build and promote my personal brand: Build awareness about my podcast, Conscious Conversations with Chloe. Create a sustainable retreat and product model for my business. Get to the forefront of the empowerment industry (as a speaker, writer, influencer). Get a publishing deal. Write another book! Build my youtube channels. Have a podcast studio.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

I surround myself with a community of like-minded, empowering individuals around the globe who I stay connected to, collaborate with and help support in each other's initiatives. One of the most important things to do in this industry is to support, not compete.

I #OwnMyKarma by

The work I do with my business, Chloe's Countertop: - Conscious Conversations the podcast with Chloe Elgar - Living in Light, the book - Living True, the mentorship (working 1 on 1 with women to help transform their relationships with food, their bodies and the world around them with psychology, spirituality, intuition and nutrition).

Trisha Enriquez

Hometown

Toronto, ON

My passion project is

helping women be more comfortable and confident with their postpartum bodies.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

experiencing this healthy lifestyle with my daughter. It is the most motivating thing in the world.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Inspiring women to be happier and healthier mamas.

Amber Brown

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

working with the BCMC to build a new cabin for people to enjoy in the alpine backcountry. I am also in the process of constructing an online course that teaches people how to brew their own Kombucha at home. I'm really enjoying creating this course because it combines my knowledge of microbiology and passion for health.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

My inspiration and clarity comes from time spent outdoors in the mountains. The fresh air fuels me. Summiting a peak gives me life. Running on the trails makes me feel full, aware and receptive. On busy days when I can’t make it outside, breathing, moving and creating space in my body with my yoga practice is important and keeps me grounded. Journaling, reading, discovering new music, tending to my home and maintaining a healthy lifestyle by eating whole and nourishing foods is also important for my inspiration and general well being.

I #OwnMyKarma by

offering free yoga classes at a beautiful studio on Granville island because I believe that yoga should be available to everyone. Yoga connects us, with ourselves and with each other. When people take care of themselves they then have more to offer others and more energy to share with the community. I have also recently joined the Vancouver Volunteer Corps and am working towards completing my Neighbourhood Emergency Assistance Team training.

Vanessa Badran

Hometown

Toronto, ON

My passion project is

To travel the world and continue to meet amazing people. Yoga has opened up a world of opportunities and I meet inspiring people in my city all the time. I want to build a community of people who just want to get together and spread the yoga love.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

I love seeing little progressions in my yoga poses from day to day. A new day means a new chance to improve my practice and that always keeps me motivated to wake up and do an hour of yoga.

I #OwnMyKarma by

making each day count for good! My actions impact myself and those around me, so keeping positive and bright throughout the day really makes a change.

Janine Naman

Hometown

Surrey, BC

My passion project is

To instill and mirror, self love, compassion, acceptance, empowerment and a sense of ease.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

My clients motivate me and are often my greatest teachers.

I #OwnMyKarma by

working with one person at a time. Peace begins from within. So every person I can guide towards a peaceful heart, can be one more person to spread peace to others.

Kim Shoyama

Hometown

Toronto, ON

My passion project is

working towards establishing myself as a yoga instructor, so that I can continue my Karma projects and raise awareness for the causes that are most important to me.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

being grateful for the amazing things in my life, because they are a blessing and being grateful for all of the lessons that I need to learn because it makes my blessings that much more special.

I #OwnMyKarma by

"Yesterday I was clever so I wanted to change the world. Today, I am wise, so I am changing myself." ~ Rumi

Ana Alarcon

Hometown

Boston, MA

My passion project is

building a community of healthy and active people.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

my passions and my family.

I #OwnMyKarma by

leading by example.

Susan Scarlett

Hometown

Surrey, BC

My passion project is

Bringing my Passion for Health, Wellness, and Fitness to the South Surrey Community (and beyond).

I maintain an Inspired Life through

I feel a deep sense of gratitude for all the blessings in my life, and I feel inspired when I can share my gifts with and help others to live an inspired life. It's like a positive feedback loop: motivating others motivates me and so on it goes...

I #OwnMyKarma by

By giving back to our community through our 'Raise the Barre' classes, where our studio donates the proceeds from that Sunday morning class (and we match the donations received) to a charity of the month.

Meg Lewis-Schneider

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

I maintain an Inspired Life through

taking each day as another opportunity to work towards my goals. I usually start my mornings with a run along the seawall, because for me, nothing compares to that post-run high. My morning run also gives me space to reflect and find clarity before a busy day begins!

I #OwnMyKarma by

being dedicated and disciplined with my running. My goal is to become an overall stronger runner by improving my speed, endurance and mental toughness. In order to achieve this, I’m aiming to get a few more races under my belt this year!

Jacklyn Marwah-Chow

Hometown

Toronto, ON

My passion project is

Still in the works, but currently it’s about leading a life that I’m excited about each and every day, and helping others find their path to happiness. I’d love to find a balance between my passions of movement, nutrition, holistic health, and crafting… but so far, it’s just about making time for them all!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

Living each and every day to the fullest by sweating, moving, and eating whole foods – while inspiring others to do the same!

I #OwnMyKarma by

Inspiring others to be their very best by supporting them on their path to health and wellness, through barre3, yoga, and laughter!

Shayne Casey Shaw

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

includes a Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) degree, 200 hour yoga teacher training certification, and eventually a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

a direct manifestation of curiosity; I live for the excitement of new experiences, challenges, and mysteries.

I #OwnMyKarma by

motivating others to discover, and pursue, the little things that make them come alive.

Loren Lotus

Hometown

Carmel, Indiana

My passion project is

to create empowering Yoga retreats around the world and lead teacher trainings to those looking to enhance and share the practice of Yoga

I maintain an Inspired Life through

staying motivated by movement...physically, mentally and energetically! I love to be active in all areas of my life.

I #OwnMyKarma by

I aim to give back any and all knowledge of the practice of Yoga that I gain to share with the world!

Carrie Few

Hometown

Penticton, BC

My passion project is

Serving those in need. Yoga & meditation. Strong Connection with family & friends.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

Offering free classes for those with mental health struggles Fundraise for local women shelter Fundraise for local yoga outreach Generally spread love and yoga joy Try to leave people better than I found them

Annie Verderame

Hometown

Phoenix, Arizona

My passion project is

Traveling to 30 different countries by the time I am 30. Seeing as much of the world as I possibly can.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

My clients. Seeing their progression and growth is beyond inspiring. Whether it's a post-natal client returning to pre-baby weight, or a client with a knee-replacement climbing a flight of stairs without pain - these are the things that keep me inspired every day.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Spreading as much joy and positivity as I can. Treating everyone from the barista at the coffee shop, to my clients, to those I pass in the street with grace and kindness. There is no reason to be anything but kind to those we cross paths with each day.

Margherita Feldman

Hometown

Indianapolis, IN

My passion project is

healing the world through international yoga and meditation retreats!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

seeing the healthy results on myself and my students! When my students tell me how great and changed they feel after a yoga class, it inspires me to keep doing what I do!

I #OwnMyKarma by

providing healing tools to those in need! I teach community and donation based yoga classes that all are welcome to attend. I am happy to share the gift of yoga with anyone who wants it!

Martina Michalova

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

Making everyone move in the way they love!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

my students' journeys. That's what keeps me going. When they find healing and do things they never thought the could accomplish!

I #OwnMyKarma by

always trying to find the light in the darkness.

Shae Savage

Hometown

Surrey, BC

My passion project is

Savage Yoga, this business has my heart and soul infused into it. My passion is to continue to guide students through fear and into trust. To create empowerment of self. This will facilitate a flow of giving trends that ripple out into the community.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

A multitude of ways; One way is by seeing my students transform and engage in their lives whole heartedly. One is by connecting to myself through my daily practices and reconnecting to nature. One is by having a morning dance party. I find inspiration through the challenges and through the easeful times in my own life. I know that the more I align with my true self the more that I am inspired to keep exploring, connecting and sharing joy.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Making a choice to be a better version of myself than I was yesterday. To committing to do the personal work each and every moment. To really take ownership in this life from my words, actions and thoughts. Transformation of a better world has to start with the transformation of self. This collective approach will make the most sustainable changes in our future.

Laurie Idema-Wood

Hometown

Regina, SK

My passion project is

facilitating Fitness Instructor Courses, trainings, and teaching fitness and yoga classes. It's a labour of love! Sharing knowledge, time and experience in my community in a field that has given me so much in life, is my passion.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

My students! They motivate me everyday. Seeing how people are changing their lives for the better is inspiring to me. Also, I want to be a role model for my son. He motivates me to live a true, balanced and healthy life.

I #OwnMyKarma by

aiming to show kindness, patience compassion, and inclusiveness in everything I do.

Zea Lingard

Hometown

Vancouver, BC

My passion project is

I am currently working towards running a creative collective - I meet so many amazingly talented and inspiring people in my travels that I want to provide an online community, more intimate than Facebook, to keep in touch & work on projects together around fashion, art & food!

I maintain an Inspired Life through

When I lose focus and need to become re-inspired I talk to friends and family who are my biggest motivators, we've been through so much together and they're a reminder of what really matters. I take time to nurture through healthy foods & yoga feeling ready to take on the latest creative challenges and maintain my inspiration!

I #OwnMyKarma by

practicing compassion - Making an effort to understand the disposition of those around me, acknowledging their feelings is sometimes all it takes to help them feel better. Treat people the way you want to be treated - cliche, but true :)

Joanne Macdougall

Hometown

Surrey, BC

My passion project is

Breaking down the barriers for individuals with mental health challenges.

I maintain an Inspired Life through

I stay motivated by witnessing inspiring people everyday who have broken down these barriers.

I #OwnMyKarma by

Being an advocate for a healthy body and a healthy mind.