Nell-e Mateo Medina

Despite teaching and practicing Yoga for more than two decades, my journey into its paths only began at the end of 2020. To officially begin teaching, I completed a 200 hr teacher training and followed it with a 300 hr training in Peru in August 2022.

In 2015, I began questioning the purpose of life and the suffering it brings after my brother-in-law passed away from cancer. To find answers, I delved into the teachings of the Buddha in Buddhism's Mahayana, Theravada, Buddhayana, and Zen traditions. I sought the guidance of my local sangha (community) and practiced sitting and walking meditation, mantras, and mindfulness in everything I do. I believe this journey has given me a more profound understanding of different faiths and the search for the truth, source, and root beyond concepts and words.

Apart from Yoga and mindfulness, I also practice other healing modalities. As a Reiki practitioner, I also understand trauma within the context of core teachings in Vedanta, Shaivism, consciousness studies, energy medicine, and mindfulness-based practices. I aspire to help others using these healing tools in my lifelong journey to serve others inspired by my mother's spirit, who passed away from gastric cancer.

In addition to healing, I also provide sound meditation, vocal coaching, and exercises as a Somatic Sound Practitioner and Sound Ceremonialist. I'm also a budding artist, honing my skills in photography, videography, drawing, and painting. For overall well-being, I also obtained my certificate in whole food plant-based nutrition to show the benefits of a plant-based diet to many individuals.

My faith revolves around the kindness and compassionate nature of all beings. Reminding the world of this is my lifelong mission, hence the need for constant growth and learning.

I echo this sentiment with the words: "Kindness is my faith, Compassion is my belief."

~ Nell-e Mateo

May every being be happy and free from suffering.