Rugy, Yoga & Belonging with Kayla Egresi

In honor of Pride Month, I sat down with yoga teacher and community builder Kayla Egresi to talk about the intersection of queerness and wellness.What unfolded was a thoughtful conversation about identity, belonging, accessibility, and what it means to create spaces where people don’t have to explain themselves to feel welcome.Kayla shares her journey from college rugby player to yoga teacher, how an ACL injury unexpectedly opened the door to deeper healing, and the lessons she’s learned about authenticity, community, and showing up fully as herself. In this episode, we explore:🌈 Why representation in wellness spaces matters more than many people realize🧘 How trauma-informed teaching is about creating choice and autonomy🏉 The surprising similarities between rugby and yoga - and what both taught Kayla about belonging💭 The pressure to be “palatable” and the freedom that comes from realizing you’re not meant for everyone🏳️‍🌈 What it feels like to move through the world wondering whether a space is truly safe, and the small signals that can make all the difference🤝 How businesses and community spaces can move beyond performative inclusion and embody their values in practiceIf you’re a wellness practitioner, community builder, business owner, or anyone navigating the journey of becoming more fully yourself, you’ll love this one.Listen in for a heartfelt conversation about identity, healing, courage, and creating spaces where people can finally take a deep breath.Follow Kayla @intentionyoga - https://www.intentionyogallc.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit findingmyfrequency.substack.com/subscribe