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Jan 24Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

Love this. I was taught yoga as part of my cultural heritage growing up. It is baffling to me to see how whiteness gatekeeps an initially non-western practice.

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Jan 29Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

I am SO EXCITED FOR YOU!! You are so needed in both of these spaces and I cant wait to see you teach more classes in the future!

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Jan 25Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

I love this! I tried getting into yoga years ago in my 20s and even cleaned at Core Power in exchange for free classes. I loved their classes, but had one racist encounter - a microagression - and it turned me off from going there ever again. I've tried to get back into it over the years sporadically, but struggle with how white the space is too. Also, I used to work at Pulling Down the Moon as an office manager! Way back in 2014. lol My sister worked there as a massage therapist for awhile too. I love what they stand for, but I did notice just how white and wealthy infertility is, although it effects every one. It's great to see you taking up space!

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congrats!!

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Jan 24Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

L'Oreal, I am so excited for you! You will be an amazing and inspiring yoga teacher. NAMASTE.

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Jan 24Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

congratulations!

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Jan 24Liked by L'Oreal Thompson Payton

Not turning in your homework for 300 hour is very relatable. At this point I doubt I will ever turn mine in but I’ve been teaching for years. You’ve got this!!!

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