What has grown from a tiny seed is unimaginable. I am eternally grateful to all those who have helped nurture, cultivate, shape, and influence my practice and teaching, in particular Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, R.Sharath, Peter Sanson, Eddie Stern, and Guy Donahaye. Your teaching, support, and encouragement are invaluable and continue to inspire and guide me. Thank you to Guruji and Sharath for giving me your blessing and authorization to teach Ashtanga Yoga as you have taught me.

Thank you to my parents, Greta Gabriels and Karl Audenaerde, who have taught me so much about compassion, forgiveness, love, patience, and the ability to accept change with grace. Believe me, I am still learning.

And, finally, of course, to all my friends and acquaintances around the world, thank you. Your kindness and generosity of spirit bring solace to my soul. It is truly a miracle and blessing to know you.

ishwarapranidhana