I’m a professional "people discoverer" and a yogi-in-progress living a slow-paced life in the charming town of Kaş, on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Originally from Kazakhstan, I grew up in a world of strict discipline and high expectations, where the focus was often on comparison and the need to impress. It wasn’t until I moved to London in my twenties that I truly began to discover myself. London was a time of milestones; I completed my MA in International Relations and became a qualified language teacher - a role that remains a significant part of my life today. It was also when yoga found me. Initially, my body was quite stiff, and my perceptions of the world were equally inflexible. Yoga became my heroic journey of self-discovery. Later, being diagnosed with fibromyalgia gave me an even deeper reason to explore a healthier and more mindful version of myself. Through my classes, workshops, and retreats, I share the mindful lifestyle I practise daily. I strive to remind myself - and my students - that our yoga journey is always evolving. It is the path of a patient hero who always returns home transformed, having made a positive impact on their own life and the lives of others.