JE SUIS SAMARA ZELNIKER
My work allows me to help people become the healthiest version of themselves which is both fulfilling to me and them.
Occupation:
Instagram:@mindfulnessmatters
Where were you born?
Montreal, Canada
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
My work allows me to help people become the healthiest version of themselves which is both fulfilling to me and them.
Why do you do what you do?
Because I simply can't imagine doing anything else.
What inspires you?
Creativity, nature and people who break the rules.
Describe your personal style.
Bohemian chic - casual with a flair
Your ultimate must-have.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Lip Balm
What superpower would you have and why?
Teleportation - so I can dance at all the weddings.
What is next for you?
I am moving to San Francisco to expand my business and continue living my dream.
Je Suis Nancy Goodfellow
For me to get better at what I do, I believe I must "un-learn" all that I know so that the spirit and soul of my creative self can express itself more freely.
Occupation: Yoga teacher and studio owner
Instagram: @nancygoodfellow108
Personal background: Born and raised in sunny California, but have lived the other half of my life in Costa Rica.
Unique work: For me to get better at what I do, I believe I must "un-learn" all that I know so that the spirit and soul of my creative self can express itself more freely.
Why do you do what you do? Mainly because I absolutely can't imagine doing anything else…when you follow your passion and your heart, there is an undeniable knowing that you are doing exactly as you should.
What inspires you? Inspiration, like most things, ebbs and flows. I get inspired by simple, daily things that I make a point of noticing. If you are present inspiration can surge out of a stranger's smile, a child's laugh, a tree's intricate design, or your own body's amazing intelligence. I get inspired by the Truth, by Love, by spontaneous acts of kindness, and the fact that although we are all so diverse, we are actually completely the same.
Describe your personal style: I'm somewhat of a chameleon, having the need to continually transform myself I work to shed masks and pretenses so that the truest version of myself is shining. I teach daily classes in the same studio, but you'll never get the same exact practice from me.I ask students to step out of the box-of-the-mind and shake-off self-imposed limitations, while always remaining rooted to the tradition and science of yoga. (I just realized that maybe you meant 'personal fashion style')…so here is another answer you can choose from the two.
Living in the tropics on the beach limits ones options for dressing fashionably (or even dressing at all!) I live in my Liquido yoga pants and a tank top, and of course have a ton of bikinis. When I do get to travel to a city you'll always find me in skinny jeans, vibrant coloured blouse and BOOTS!
Your ultimate must-have: I live and breathe for music so I can't be without my favorite Spotify playlists and good headphones.
What superpower do you have and why: I love this question! In Yoga we speak of supernatural powers as a real possibility. I guess if I had to choose just one I'd have to pick the ability to teleport myself through time and space. I could sit and meditate with the ancient Rishis of the past, and then blast into the far future to see what amazing things us humans are creating.
What is next: Besides doing more travel and exploration abroad, I’ve just scheduled my next 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training here on the beach at Pranamar. This is going to be a 3 week journey into the heart and soul of our deepest desires and dreams, under the guidance of this ancient tradition.
Je Suis Jamie King
Fit Approach is blend of all of the things I love most - fitness, connection, community, social media and of course, Sweat Pink shoelaces - it's a place that fitness fanatics (like me!) can go to find their tribe, get inspired, and share with one another.
Occupation: Founder of Fit Approach, home of the Sweat Pink community
Instagram: @JamieKingFit /@FITAPPROACH
Where were you born?
I was born and raised a California girl.
Where do you live now?
I now reside in Portland, Oregon with my husband and my super amazing dog (@abbiethevizsla).
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
Fit Approach is blend of all of the things I love most - fitness, connection, community, social media and of course, Sweat Pink shoelaces - it's a place that fitness fanatics (like me!) can go to find their tribe, get inspired, and share with one another.
Why do you do what you do?
Because I love it! Fit Approach is a big part of who I am. I love bringing people together and building community. I truly think I was born for this role.
What inspires you?
I find inspiration in so many places - from my yoga mat to the trails, my family and even my dog - and of course from the amazing Fit Approach community.
Describe your personal style.
I'd say my style is classic, relaxed, sometimes sporty, sometimes girly, sometimes straight up I don't give a hoot. I'm a black tank top, jeans and flats kind of girl who will never turn down the opportunity to wear a sundress, swim suit or yoga pants. And who always, always has a hair tie around her wrist.
Your ultimate must-have.
A good hair tie. In my line of business, you just never know when a ponytail moment will strike. Oh and of course, a smoothie. I start everyday with an Amazing Grass smoothie - its my ultimate, secret (now not so secret) weapon.
What superpower would you have and why?
The ability to sleep anywhere and at anytime. I used to travel with a friend who could sleep anywhere and I'd sit there and watch her on crowded trains, buses, or even loud hostels and think, yep, that's a superpower that I'd like to have.
What is next for you?
World domination -- one Sweat Pink shoelace at a time, of course.... Actually, we're working on some really big things that I could not be more excited to talk about including our recent launch of Flex & Flow, our first physical manifestation of our community, Influencer Connect, a new way for brands to connect with bloggers online, experiential fitness retreats, and so, so much more!
Je Suis Jayaprada Radhika
I often have photographs in yoga asana made in classical Indian dress, in holy lands and temples to share a small window into the deeper roots of Yogas timeless lineage and tradition, which is also a small visual landscape into what I share on my travels.
Occupation: Yogini
Instagram: @radhikayoga
My birth name is Jolie actually, yet I lived in temples many years and I received this new name Jayaprada Radhika when I accepted initiation from my Guruji some years back, now I am more known as Radhika in the yoga scene and internationally through my travels.
Where were you born?
NZ born, raised in Australia, alternating between the two, to later settle in Melbourne a while.
In one sentence what is unique about your work:
I often have photographs in yoga asana made in classical Indian dress, in holy lands and temples to share a small window into the deeper roots of Yogas timeless lineage and tradition, which is also a small visual landscape into what I share on my travels.
Why do you do what you do?
At first yoga for me was a means to find deeper connection to myself and the world, now yoga has evolved into art and a service, and a means to share the ancient secrets of our existence hidden within and according to the immutable Vedic wisdom.
What inspires you?
My Guru, my time living in temples and ashrams around the world, mystical holy lands, beautiful melodies in all kinds of music especially Kirtan (mantra music), uniqueness, sunshine and beauty in all it's forms.
Describe your personal style
Chameleon like.
Your ultimate must have.
My Japa mala and harmonium - can I choose two?
What super power would you have and why?
Super sonic singing abilities to be able to transfix the heart of anyone that hears with spiritual sound vibration inherent in mantra
What is next for you?
A big six months of travelling and 'hoping' to settle in Bali for a while from August to teach and continue piecing together works for a book, ideally with a balance of downtime squeezed in there!
I would love to be able to see into the future and know what challenges life is going to throw at me. I believe that preparation is key and practice makes perfect.