Taylor Hebel

Why I practice:

I practice because I feel most at home when I am in my body. As soon as my hands hit my mat, the stresses and obligations of daily life begin to fall away, and life becomes simpler and clearer. As I move and breathe with intention, I am able to move through emotions, lingering thoughts, fears, and all of the distractions that take me out of what's most important -- right now. It helps me navigate who I am and who I am becoming.

Why I teach:

I teach to share my love and passion for the practice with the world. Yoga has helped and taught me so much in my life, so if I can share that and make a positive impact for someone else, no matter how small, it is all I could ever ask for.

What OHY means to me:

OHY means the world to me. It is where I found my passion for yoga. It is where I became a teacher. It is where I have met some of my best friends. No matter how life ebbs and flows, it has always been a constant space where I can show up as myself. Happy, sad, struggling, thriving, OHY has always been there.

What was your first impression of yoga?

It was insanely hard and intimidating. But the euphoric feeling in savasana kept me coming back.