Liz Stern Yoga

This is us.
Simple moments, big laughs.

Farmers markets, coffee at home, beach walks.
Our favorite kind of day together.

Slow clap for the incredible for capturing us so perfectly. 🤍

I’m back in the Philippines. 🫶🏽

It’s not exactly home, but it’s a place that shaped me. A place that’s become more and more a part of who I am as the years have gone on.

This trip feels layered.

It’s been 15 years since my mom passed. It’s my first time back since my grandmother died. And this week we’re seeing our wedding venue for the first time.

I feel happy and sad all at the same time.

There are moments it feels wrong to celebrate something this big without her. And other moments I can feel so clearly that this is exactly what she would have wanted for me.

One of her dreams was to bring her friends and family back here. In some way, getting married in the Philippines feels like letting that dream live on.

Being here makes me feel closer to her.

Grief doesn’t look like it used to. It’s quieter now. It shows up as a mix of love and ache and memory all at once.

I’m letting myself hold all of it. 🤍

When we feel lost, we usually try to fix everything at once.

That’s usually when overwhelm takes over.

Instead, try this:

🤍Regulate.
🤍Clarify.
🤍Decide.

Not your whole life.
Just your next move.

Clarity builds from small, aligned action.

Save this for the days your head feels loud.

I keep catching myself thinking I’m starting over.
And then I remember… I’m not.

I’m building on everything I’ve already lived, learned, and tried.
This chapter just looks different.

And different doesn’t mean wrong. 🤍

This weekend was a reminder that grounding is a habit, not a mood.

Quality time with friends and their dogs.
Beach walks at all hours of the day.
Feeling the energy of the full moon and offering affirmations to the ocean.
Not taking for granted the privilege of living in a warm-weather climate.

This season is about staying present while things unfold. 🤍

I have 1 more slot open for my Portugal retreat September 12-17! If you're interested, please reach out and I would love to tell you more about it! 🤍

When I started teaching 7.5 years ago, I just wanted to help people feel good. I had no idea how many beautiful connections I’d make along the way. Teaching has become so much more than just yoga—it’s about community, connection, and holding space for each other. So grateful for everyone who’s been part of this journey. You’ve truly changed my life. ✨ if you’re curious about starting your teaching journey and have questions, let me know! We have a hybrid 200hr YTT model coming up and I’m certain you’ll absolutely love it! ✨ #community #yogacommunity #lifejourney

Here are just 6 reasons you need to start a yoga practice. I can think of like 100more but I think one of the main drivers is for your health.

Movement keeps you healthy. Movement keeps your mind clear. Movement helps you be less of an ass.

Like Elle Woods once said “Exercise [REPLACE WITH YOGA] gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don’t shoot their husbands, they just don’t.”

So get on your mat and let’s move together! 🎉🤍

When people say “all you do is teach yoga.” I laugh and think about all the other things that go into it.

You don’t know what you don’t know. 🤷🏻‍♀️🤍

Don’t avoid something just because you THINK you should be a certain “level.”

There’s never a right time, there is only now. So get let go of the story you’re telling yourself. Just go and do and I promise, you’ll feel the MAGIC ✨

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Took another trip around the ☀️!
My friend asked me at dinner what I learned most about myself. I can genuinely say, I finally accepted that it’s okay to be emotional, feel my feelings, and most importantly not be ashamed of them. This lessons has brought me a huge sense of ease and calmness.
I am entering my calm era. No longer wanting my emotions to control me but rather letting myself fully be as is without judgement and letting myself ride the wave. I’m so grateful for the work I’ve put into myself over the last year and I’m looking forward to the expansion it’ll bring.
Thank you everyone for being so kind and loving this weekend, I appreciate all the efforts and am grateful for you!