My most traumatic life chapter dates back to 2014. I was 31 years old (classic Saturn return), freshly divorced and grieving the loss of my still-alive-and-deceiptful ex-husband (lol), the yoga community we had fostered, and place I called work and home (our shared yoga studio). I held on about 3-months longer than I should have for a loveless relationship until I worked up the courage to call mom and ask her to drive into Brooklyn to load up the car with my belongings and haul ship. The idea of moving back to my childhood bedroom after having grown a thriving business and made a life in NYC was depressing but I needed comfort and I could rely on my family for that.
That lastest about three months lol.
As long as I can remember, I’ve always felt different; a black sheep of the family, an HSP (hyper sensitive personality), an old soul, an empath and a dreamer (the same characteristics that I’d learn later that would prove valuable as a spiritual seeker and healer.) Being this way, requires a lot of alone time to recharge and create.
So as I dabbled into music to help heal post-divorce, I realized the only way I’d make progress (as a newbie), would be to re-locate somewhere I could carve out creative time; and to go someone where nobody knew me and could hold me hostage to their limited ideas of me. I knew I could choose a new, more fulfilling identity and life.
I don’t think one needs to go through a crisis like I did to awaken to the need to change. Nor do I think it always requires picking up and crossing oceans (like I did to the Dominican Republic) to create a happier life path. But taking that big, courageous leap of faith was part of my remedy and I wish to share the same tools to help you:
heal through crises
develop courage
make a career pivot
unknot stagnancy and the feeling of “stuck”
break co-dependencies with relationships, alcohol and sugar
tap into your inner divinity with creativity
develop self-belief, worthiness and confidence
lean into your femininity, sexuality and utilize the power of your menstrual cycle
create a balanced, passionate life of no regrets
You CAN have it all. x Jess
A little bit about me— I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2005 at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. I spent the bulk of my studies in artistic expression, primarily writing. Early career stress in the entertainment industry left me questioning the health sacrifices and life imbalances creative professionals are willing to endure-- thus prompting my yoga practice. In 2008, I graduated from a Yoga Alliance accredited yoga school in NYC with certification to instruct yoga postures, seated meditation, and breath techniques. My courage coaching and class guidance is customized to the individual(s) and is an amalgamation of what has benefited me personally from my spiritual teachers and life mentors in Classic Indian Hatha Yoga, modern Vinyasa flow, and my practices and studies in Christianity, Buddhism, New Thought schools, quantum field theory, Law of Attraction, self-identity work and re-programming the subconscious mind.
I am equal measures of silly and sweet as I am deep and thoughtful. The students who catch my vibe tend to describe me and my instruction as warm, intuitive, and soothing. They often report transferences of energy.
My independent services currently reside in private homes and villas of the Dominican Republic’s North Coast— and inside some of the world’s best luxury resorts: Amanera D.R., Ani Private Villas, Playa Grande Beach Club, and Playa Grande Golf and Ocean Club, guiding everyone and every body type, from professional athletes on the NFL, celebrity actors to international artists. I am also available for web sessions and private retreats out of my home, available under the store tab.
“Jess, I really enjoyed our class today. Your tranquil and serene nature immediately sets me at ease. I feel allowed to relax into my practice with self generosity and kindness. I am really grateful you offer me your time and energy. You are such a wise and loving teacher infused with much warmth and tenderness. Thank you for supporting my journey!”
“You have left us with a beautiful gift of appreciating yoga all over again!! You have a smile that is so genuine and eyes that are pure goodness. ”
“Life is busy and I am the kind of person who is constantly moving and takes on more than I should. When I start to feel the walls of uncertainty caving in, and my mind starts spinning out of control, the person I turn to is Jess. She intently listens to what is going on in my body AND mind, and will create a special flow to help remove the blocks I am struggling with. She creates a safe place for me to unload the burden I am carrying around and my walls start to open back up again…bringing in a sense of empowerment and freeing me from the heaviness…reminding me how strong I am, body mind and spirit. I always feel renewed and refreshed after my sessions with Jess, and her teaching has helped guide my inner light to a place of peace and contentment. Thank you for sharing your gifts with me.”
Book Jess by clicking on the store tab in the navigation menu to make your purchase. Then e-mail her at jesshroot@gmail.com to schedule.