TRYBE Mind Body

05/12/2024

Wishing all y’all beautiful mothers a huge Happy Mother’s Day…Today and EVERY Day. It’s not always easy. Or appreciated. Or properly celebrated. Despite that, y’all still show up, arms outstretched, doing what you do the way no one else can. So today, even if no one else does it, show your Self some grace, love and attention. Believe me when I say you ARE appreciated. Love you all. 🙏🏾🫶🏾🫂😊

05/11/2024

Yo! Happy Birthday to ME! I did it! Created my first full podcast episode. With no audio engineering expertise. Without expensive and fancy tech (though I DO want the goodies! 😁). And, most importantly, with NO FEAR! Make a brother feel special and check out the episode and let me know what you think! Just...Be gentle. Being my first time and all. 🤣

Podcast Title: Finding My Way: One Breath. One Stretch. One Laugh at a time.Episode: [ #] 1 - "An Unveiling: My Journey with Anxiety and DepressionDate: May 11, 2024Duration: 14:20Host(s): Michael "Yogi Brother MJ" StaggDescription:Intro episode: I share my story, some stigmas and a brief meditation....

03/21/2024

Hey TRYBE! 👋🏾 It's ya boy, MJ Stagg, back in the mix and couldn't be happier to reconnect with each of you powerhouse beings—my !

I'M BAAACK! 🎉 And ready to dive into our sanctuary—TRYBE Mind Body. Here's to fresh starts and rekindling flames! 🔥 Whether you're stepping in for the first time or you're an OG member, your presence here shines bright like that morning sun. ☀️

We're in this together, y'all—a collective focused on one mission: holistic well-being for the mind and body. This group is where we unpack it all, from handling life's stressors to sharing smiles and high-fives on our wellness journey. For the brothers stepping up, the sisters giving support, and everyone rallying in unity—this is YOUR space. 👊🏾

TMB community manager, MJ Stagg—that's me!—along with our impeccable admin crew, are here crafting weekly themed challenges, sparking discussions, and curating content just for you. Peep the link -- https://linqapp.com/YogiMJ/ -- to know more about the dreams I'm chasing and what fuels my soul! Let's walk this path of self-care, embracing Accessibility, making a positive Impact, and owning our Power. 💪🏿

Kick things off by dropping a 🙌🏾, sharing that one routine you swear by, or simply voice what your heart seeks from this TRYBE. Then, jump into a convo or create your own!

Don't dim your light for ANYONE; let's illuminate our TRYBE together. Time to level up, fam!

Let's get it!
✌🏾❤️💫

Owner at TRYBE Mind Body

10/28/2023

I constantly find myself sitting with imposter syndrome. Some days I am fortunate enough to come to terms with it. Sometimes… well, sometimes it takes longer to find my balance. The beautiful thing is, eventually, I always do. Thank you Jivana Heyman for your insightful words. 🙏🏾😊

10/28/2023

My Sweetie Pie chai from Common Grounds Coffee Lounge may not be the cure for what ails you, BUT is comes pretty close! 🙏🏾😷😊🫶🏾

10/02/2023

As someone living in a larger body I do my best to be aware of this - as a student AND as a teacher - but sometimes I still fall short. Well, practice makes progress, thank goodness. 🙏🏾

Yoga teachers be aware

Most of the students living in larger bodies that have gone to yoga classes and experience trauma, did not receive it at the hands of somebody with intent. But a lack of understanding and empathy for the different physical barriers and situations a larger bodied student might be dealing with.

A yoga teacher doesn’t need to say something “wrong” or unkind to cause damage for a student. Yoga has a uniqueness not all activities have, much of the goal is yoking the body mind and spirit, which requires a lot of self-care.

How are these messages being given?
👉🏽 cues are not given for larger bodies in poses
👉🏽 student is ignored, especially when struggling
👉🏽 clothing is carried, but not an extended sizes
👉🏽 a student is handed a prop when not requested
👉🏽 a larger bodied student is told (automatically) that they need to go to chair, yoga, or beginner yoga
👉🏽 teacher cues “if you can’t XYZ then do XYZ”
👉🏽 larger bodied student is pandered

You can see all of these things are very common in yoga studios. And they are causing damage.

10/02/2023

Don't give up; don't give in...