There are two essential books that sit on my nightstand, \u201cHip Tranquil Chick\u201d and \u201cTranquilista\u201d written by Kimberly Wilson.\u00a0 These two books help women incorporate the yoga lifestyle and balance their every day lives.\u00a0 Kimberly is a jack of all trades from being a writer, fashion designer, yoga instructor and runs a foundation that helps women everywhere.\u00a0 Kimberly has her Bachelors in psychology and women\u2019s studies.\u00a0 She began teaching yoga in the early 2000s, which led to opening her own yoga studio, designing yoga wear and helping women discover their best lives.\u00a0 Today she is pursuing a Masters in social work to bring a more therapeutic approach to her work. I had an opportunity to talk with Kimberly about her life\u2019s works.
\n1. How did you get into yoga?
\nI discovered and loved yoga since taking a class in 1996, which lead to teacher training in 1999.<\/p>\n
2. How did you begin all of your different projects?
\nMy yoga studio, Tranquil Space, started in 1999 in my living room where people came to share the yoga practice.\u00a0 From there we went to a parlor in a church to finally in 2008 to our final home in a three story building.\u00a0 In May 2002 my Tranquil T clothing line was launched showcasing functional, fashionable and comfortable yoga clothes.\u00a0 The Tranquil Space Foundation was formed in July 2006 to empower women to develop their inner voices through yoga, creativity and leadership.<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is your passion?
\nTo form creative expression through journaling and art.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is your purpose?
\nTo inspire others.<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is your philosophy?<\/p>\n
To leave a legacy that will impact others.
\n6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 What is your advice for women?
\nAvoid the status quo and go after what you want.<\/p>\n
For more information visit Kimberly at her site http:\/\/www.kimberlywilson.com .<\/p>\n
Blogger note : This\u00a0 post was also published in my Carrie Writes Column<\/p>\n
in the Springfield Republican on 6\/16\/2010<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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