Is It Time for Teacher Training? 5 Signs You’re Ready to Dive In
August 30, 2024
THE CHRYSALIS POD
Yoga mirrors life: we begin in Child’s Pose and end in Savasana, but the true challenge lies in the moments in between. It’s the effort of change that shapes who we are. The Chrysalis Pod draws inspiration from Morpho Bleu’s mascot, the Blue Morpho butterfly, and our motto, “We are made to change,” as we explore the personal journeys of yoga teachers and enthusiasts on their paths to wellness, peace, and maybe even spiritual enlightenment — if that’s not too lofty.
In the chrysalis stage, a butterfly transforms through a “goopy mess” from one phase of life to the next, just as we evolve through our own life transitions.
Season One dives into interviews with the inspiring teachers leading The Course — our 2024/2025 yoga teacher training at Morpho Bleu. Join hosts Eden and Dana each month as they chat with these incredible souls about how yoga has influenced their lives and shaped their unique paths.
Ready to transform? Hop into the pod and let’s begin!
EPISODE THREE: KELLY MACKAY
In part two of this 2-parter episode of the Chrysalis pod, hosts Eden and Dana sit down with Kelly, co-founder of Morpho Bleu. Kelly shares her unique journey from being a longtime yoga student to establishing Morpho Bleu with Sara Gallagher Bloom. She talks about the challenges of starting a yoga studio, the importance of community, and her passion for interior design. The conversation also delves into personal growth, mentorship, and the studio’s upcoming yoga teacher training program, The Course. Kelly’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and the power of a supportive partnership.
From curious student to studio co-founder: Kelly's journey with Morpho Bleu
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
01:06 Founding Morpho Bleu
05:41 Challenges and Growth in Business
08:23 Creating a Welcoming Space
13:04 Teacher Training and Future Plans
26:24 Personal Reflections and Inspirations
EPISODE TWO: SARA GALLAGHER BLOOM
In part one of this 2-parter episode of the Chrysalis pod, Dana and Eden have a wide-ranging conversation with Sara Gallagher Bloom about her journey from yoga enthusiast to co-founder of Morpho Bleu. Sara discusses her introduction to yoga, the influences of various teachers, overcoming imposter syndrome, and her passion for creating inclusive and transformative yoga spaces. She delves into the importance of adaptation and integration in teaching and shares insights into her personal meditation routines before offering advice for new yoga teachers.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
02:01 Sara's journey to Morpho Bleu
05:31 From student to teacher
10:49 The unique aspects of Morpho Bleu
19:54 Influential teachers and practices
30:16 Advice for new teachers
EPISODE ONE: INTRODUCTION
TIMESTAMPS:
0:42 - Intros / About Eden and Dana
3:22 - About the Chrysalis Pod
5:28 - About The Course by Morpho Bleu
6:48 - The teachers
12:53 - The curriculum
16:02 - Fall
17:29 - Spring
21:44 - Summer
23:10 - Retreat
23:55 - Our own yoga journeys
36:40 - Next episode
