We had the good fortune of connecting with christine perez-gray and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi christine, how do you think about risk?
I truly believe that life is about taking risks. If one lives without venturing in any risk, the possibility of reward is null. As a young woman I took daily risks with my life doing drugs and living a life of darkness. Today as a grown woman, in business, I take risks with my spirit into positive realms channeling to God and the Universe to create what I need. There are moments when fear tries to consume me, however I remember where I came from and keep moving forward. In my business, these risks have taught me the value of keeping my faith strong and my head above water. I have been successful in creating a diverse team of men & women who work in harmony and have become family. I have also failed in various limbs within my career having to dissolve major portions of my business. What I have gained has been invaluable insight to the next layer of myself through these lessons, catapulting my business/career into a whole new sector and direction. Risks are, in my opinion, undoubtedly the only way to achieve greatness!!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My brand & business is The Yoga Direction inc. I am a 500 RYT yoga instructor and a Health & Wellness Coach. I specialize in helping people re establish a loving relationship with their bodies, love the skin they are in & connect to God. I use yoga and pranayama to achieve a deeper more meaningful life for my clients. I am most proud of how people think of me as a healing tool for themselves or others. It was definitely NOT easy by any means. I had to overcome many adversities and conquer fear. my story is one of hope and that anyone who applies themselves can achieve greatness. I persevered despite insecurities, drug addiction, and financial obstacles. my success is not measure by monetary value but rather by the people who have come together in harmony and healed. The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Katherine Townsend Victoria LaMadeleine

Website: www.theyogadirection.com

Instagram: @theyogadirection

Facebook: the yoga direction

Image Credits
Emily Prada photography Daniel Rama Shakti Bird The Yoga Expo

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