Taylor Wells

I lived my life achieving, and competing athletically. I was trained to do so by my family and our culture, and a part of my personality loved it because i could escape all of the painful feelings i had inside. i did a lot of stuff, got a lot of stuff, achieved a lot of stuff, and won a lot. but i wasn't happy. at age five i practiced figure skating several hours a day, and went on to compete, dreaming of the olympics. at age thirteen i lived and trained with nick bolletieri to turn pro in tennis, living away from my family for a year. in high school i played number one on my high school tennis team, won usta tennis tournaments, got straight a's and won homecoming queen. i went to an ivy league college, an ivy league graduate school for psychology, and did my clinical training at another ivy league school, seeing students who had disordered eating, as i had had for several years of my life. i had it all--the perfect life!! complete with the perfect husband (a homecoming king), lots of money and ivy league degrees, a big house and the perfect child. but i wasn't happy. my body hurt and my heart ached. i felt empty inside, like something was missing and/or something was wrong. then i found yoga. this practice healed and transformed me on so many levels--in ways that years of psychotherapy alone never could. i remembered who i was. and what was important. i healed my back. i slowed down and began to breathe and live and experience joy. i was present in the moment, and experienced each situation with integrity and grace. i stopped living in the future, and mourning the past. i practice yoga every day, and i live my yoga every day. it is a gift, and my dharma. i want to give this gift-the gift that changed and saved my life-to you.

A note on training: initially, i had nothing about my training and yoga study included in this bio because i believe that one's yoga comes from within. There will be people who guide you and show you how to practice and teach the physical asana that originated over five thousand years ago, but ultimately, your yoga is just that--your yoga. just as your life is just that--your life. you can choose to give credit to and/or blame others, but ultimately, it's all up to you. i have a tremendous amount of respect and gratitude for those with whom i have studied and trained, but as one of my teachers, bryan kest, said once: "i don't listen to yoga teachers or doctors...i hear them, but i listen to myself and my body." and undoubtedly, my biggest teachers have been, and continue to be, my three children--madison (10), sage (3) and phoenix (7 months).

Philippe Wells

Right around the age of 30, i had this moment of clarity: i had achieved everything i wanted to, everything i was supposed to, and it did not make me happy: ba, ma and phd from ivy league schools, a vice-president position at a private equity firm ... and it all left me feeling kind of empty inside, and stressed out, and impatient, and wanting to complain all the time. it did not feel great, and it did not seem right! yoga had been a small part of my life until then. it wasn't as glamorous as all the accolades and achievements i had been busy accumulating, but it felt good. i felt great, i felt refreshed, i felt grounded whenever i practiced. it was one of the few things in my life where more was clearly better!

so i continued my yoga, more and more ... and met my soul-mate ... a little more yoga ... and i was ready to get married. whenever yoga touched a part of my life ... that part of my life blossomed! that was it. i was ready, ready for the fast track to bliss. i let go of the things that were holding me back, and together with taylor opened prana power yoga.

it had taken a while, but i was ready. my daily yoga, my practice on and off the mat, it all shifted my spirit into high gear. it allowed my life to take off! and it works! i've seen it work, time and again: if you want true happiness, try yoga. it's a lot simpler than you think!

Adrienne Martin

I am a 39 year old born and raised Bostonian living in Maynard, MA with my cameraman husband and our four year old daughter. I am an acupuncturist and health and wellness counselor. I teach raw food classes, do private consultations and have my own youtube show! It is my mission to help as many people become as abundantly healthy and happy as they desire. When I work with you, I know that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is important for all of us to eat more fruits and veggies, exercise and take time for ourselves. We are all on our own journey and it is of the utmost importance to respect that. When you work with me, we start with the Abundant Living Basics and go from there, begining from wherever you are at. With fun, humor and deliciousness woven into your nutrition, wellness and personal goals. It is my pleasure to work with you to help you achieve and keep the abundant health you deserve!

Here is the experience I bring to every consultation, class and lecture:

• Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Massachusetts, 2001
• Masters in Acupuncture, New England School of Acupuncture, 2004.
• Level 2 Reiki Practicioner, 2007
• Certified Raw Food Chef and Instructor, Alissa Cohen Training, 2006. Alissa has one of the best raw food books and it is where I get so many recipes as well as constant inspiration, Living on Live Food.
• Hippocrates Health Institute, 3-week health and healing program, 2005 and attended one week in 2006. I weave a lot of what I learned and continue to learn from the folks at Hippocrates into all my work.
• 17 years in the restaurant business, Boston, MA as a waitress, bartender, prep-cook and manager at some of the best restaurants in the city! I know good food!
• Personal health and healing journey, 2004 - present. After the birth of my daughter, I was not feeling well at all to say the least. This is where my journey began to becoming the abundantly happy and healthy person that it is my birthright to be. I've 'been there' and share with you some of the diet, lifestyle and daily habits that have made a HUGE difference in the healing of my body, mind and soul. Believe it or not, all of these things are simple, easy and do not take much time at all to do.

For more info, visit adriennemartin.com.

Denise Costello - Energized Body

Energized Body is a service that provides wellness coaching, and products that support a healthy lifestyle.

Our products include Zija a organic delicious beverage blended from a miracle plant called Moringa, considered by many to be the most nutrient- rich plant ever discovered. Zija is overflowing with cell ready nutrients, 46 antioxidants, 36 anti-inflammatories,essential amino acids, minerals,omega oils and vital proteins. Other products to enhance your daily life include- colorful beaded cheese spreaders, and salad serving pieces, Envirosax, Paddywax soy wax candles and Vermont based Baked Beads affordable stylish jewelry.

Turning Leaf Acupunture

It time to turn over a new leaf in health care

Turning Leaf Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Medical Clinic, providing patients with the highest quality of comprehensive and effective alternative health care. Turning Leaf provides services which include acupuncture and herbal medicine by licensed acupuncturists and herbalists.

Lauren Hallal - Alexander Technique Teacher

The Alexander Technique aims to restore the use of the body to its natural and most efficient state by helping the student gain awareness of habits and by giving the student a different road map to follow instead of those unconscious habits.

The Alexander Technique teaches the pupil how to consciously think about and organize the internal relationship between the head and neck; and the relationship of the head and neck to the back, and the relationship of the whole self from the floor. Lessons are taught in a series of half hourly private sessions where the teacher uses verbal cues along with gentle hand manipulations in order to teach. Alexander lessons use procedures which take place in a chair, standing, on a table and in other positions.

The Alexander Technique is a practical and useful technique that can help with:

• Improved performance in sports such as yoga, running, batting, pitching and golfing
• Better, deeper conscious understanding of "alignment"
• Better posture in poise and movement
• Pain relief from chronic headaches, back pain and stress injuries
• Improved performance in theater, dance, music and voice
• Release from and tactics to deal with stage fright

Masnoon Jewlery Designs

I design and create handmade jewelry, primarily using Swarovski crystals and sterling silver. What originally began as a hobby meant to save money and cut accessory costs, eventually evolved into a business catering to friends and family. I enjoy helping my customers pick out the perfect piece to suit their personal taste, whether it be an existing design or a custom piece.

Kelly Bollman - Simple Balance

Simple Balance is a holistic health and wellness center located in Maynard, MA. Kelly Bollman, the founder, is a certified holistic health counselor who teaches raw and living food classes. You can check out the calendar on the website, simplebalance.com to see the schedule of upcoming Spring classes and to learn more about Simple Balance, the practitioners and the services they offer.

Christine Conway - Feng Shui for Life

Allow Feng Shui to help improve your life.

We all have the ability to bring positive change into our lives. Feng Shui, the Ancient Chinese art and science, is the study of our personal environment and the impact the items in our environment have on our lives. Feng Shui is a tool to help you improve your life and achieve your personal goals. The use of Feng Shui has dramatically improved all areas of my life, and the lives of many of my clients.

Vibram Five Fingers

Remember going barefoot as a child? It’s the way you first discovered and conquered your world—without the constraint of shoes. Or the sense of duty you acquired later on.

Now you can experience that same physical and visceral sensation in Vibram FiveFingers—the only footwear to offer the exhilarating joy of going barefoot with the protection and sure-footed grip of a Vibram® sole.

Time magazine named Vibram FiveFingers one of the Best Inventions of 2007

Duina Ecostore

Dunia Ecostore specializes in housewares, home décor, boutique, jewelry, bath and body, personal care and gift products, all hand-picked from vendors committed to sustainable, fair-trade, and cruelty-free practices. We are located at 43 Nason Street in downtown Maynard and on the Web at dunia-ecostore.com.

Essences for Health and Beauty

Essences for Health and Beauty. Our products are organic and all natural. We have created unique creams, soaps, lotions, and essential oil blends. For gorgeous skin and healthy alternatives to prevent diaper rash, fungal infections, and more.

Revitalive™ Health & Wellness

Revitalive™ Health & Wellness is a full service raw and living foods education and wellness center located in the historic seaport town of Newburyport, Mass. Revitalive offers colon hydrotherapy, living foods education, guided living foods cleanses, FIR sauna, detox footbaths, community events and much more.

Kristen Overlock Kristen graduated in 1995 with a BS in Nutrition from Penn State University. As a lifelong athlete, she developed an interest in health and nutrition at an early age. She also struggled with severe digestive problems and peptic ulcers for most of her life, which led her on a quest to regain her health and learn everything she could about nutritional wellness. Kristen discovered the rawfood lifestyle in 1996 and eventually healed her peptic ulcers in addition to losing nearly 60 pounds. Kristen felt compelled to learn more about the rawfood lifestyle and decided to head down to the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute in Puerto Rico.

In 1999 Kristen began working at the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute as a colon hydrotherapist and an instructor on nutrition, digestion and colon health. Kristen studied colon hydrotherapy at the Dotolo Institute in 1999 under Brenda Watson (founder of Renew Life).Over the years, Kristen has developed a unique approach to colon hydrotherapy which incorporates abdominal massage, Reiki, and reflexology.

Anna Forkan, Anna graduated in 2003 with a BSE in Engineering from the University of Iowa. While attending the U of I, she became interested in global environmental issues and founded the group Engineers for a Sustainable World. Her main focus with ESW was drinking water issues plaguing Latin American communities, mainly Mexico and Guatemala. Anna also worked with Department of Natural Resources in the Pollution Prevention department to help companies reduce their ecological footprint.

In 2006, Anna began working as the Operations Manager of the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute. While working there, Anna began to study nutritional microscopy to provide visual feedback on our inner terrain. Since beginning on the rawfood lifestyle, Anna has lost nearly 60 pounds, reversed chronic fatigue, depression and anxiety. In 2008, she became certified in applied microscopy.

Martina Leger

Martina Leger is a Master Teacher of Integrated Energy Therapy with ten years of experience in energy medicine. She reads client's energy fields and addresses underlying psycho-spiritual issues. She has an energy healing practice in Westwood, Mass. Please see her website at www.martinalegerhealing.com for more information and testimonials. She will do energy readings and mini healing and chakra balancing sessions at the Abundant Yoga conference as well as sell her handmade gemstonejewelry.

Leah Shapiro

Leah Shapiro is the founder of DefytheBox.com. She teaches open minded, non-conforming souls how to tap into their ever abundant flow and create alternative options for personal and financial well-being. DefytheBox.com offers one–on–one coaching programs and a variety of tele-courses geared to help you align with the coolest and most prosperous version of your life. Check out the free community at www.DefytheBoxTribe.com. This is a tribe for edgy, boundary pushing individuals who are committed to creating a vital, thrilling and financially rewarding by life using laws of deliberate creation to do so. I invite you to come check it out!

Clo & Iz

Clo & iz offers artist-designed sterling and gold jewelry as well as hand- crafted peace tees, canvas silk-screened totes, and other hip accessories. Offering unique, artful jewelry and goods through trunk shows, come experience a boutique-like shopping experience in your yoga studio or home. Check us out on the web at www.cloandiz.com or contact jennifer@cloandiz.com.

lotuspad

Lotuspad is a small Cambridge company that offers luxuriously thick and colorful eco yoga mats, stylish carry straps, and other eco yoga props. We also make the only eco yoga mats just for kids.