I never imagined I’d be living the life I lead today. What was once just a daydream has now become my reality.
For years, I worked in the hospitality industry, leading some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. I was afraid to leave behind the familiarity, the security of a steady income, and the material things I had collected. But I’ve come to understand that while fear is natural, there comes a point where you must choose: pursue your dream, or stay safe in your comfort zone.
I chose to follow my passion for yoga, and that decision changed everything.
Since leaping, I’ve discovered a happiness and peace I never knew I was missing. I show up more fully for my family and friends, my relationships are stronger, and my well-being has never been better. That, to me, is worth more than any salary.
Instead of spending on things I didn’t need, I invested in myself through books, workshops, and training that enriched my mind and spirit. Free from the constant pull of emails, calls, and the 24/7 demands of hotel life, I finally found the space to pursue something I’d dreamed of for years: yoga teacher training.
I completed my 200-hour training with the renowned Himalaya Yoga School in India and am now a certified yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance. I’ve gone on to deepen my knowledge with further specialist training through The Institute of Yoga, including Yoga for Breast Cancer, as well as certifications in Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, holistic wellbeing, breathwork, and mental health yoga therapy for teenagers.
I’m especially passionate about holistic wellbeing — nurturing the mind, body, and spirit in balance — and continue to explore this through regular development classes with my own teachers and international workshops.
In addition to my teaching, I also advise the hospitality and wellness sectors on the development and design of new-build spas and wellness centres, drawing on my professional background and insight to help create spaces that are both commercially successful and soulfully led.
With a deep respect for yoga philosophy and anatomy, I blend traditional practices with breathwork, mindful movement, storytelling, and modern-day mindfulness to create meaningful and accessible experiences.
To love what I do now — and to share that love with those who practise alongside me — is something I’m deeply grateful for every day.
Namaste
Debrah
