MY YOGA JOURNEY | Being a student & teacher | CAT MEFFAN

A little story about how I got into yoga, why I love it and where I'm at today. I hope you find it interesting and enjoy watching!
Here are the blog posts and companies I mentioned:
200hrs course blog post - Part 1 - goo.gl/2a1Xy9
200hrs course blog post - Part 2 - goo.gl/nhaKjg
200hrs course blog post - Part 3 - goo.gl/CbhCfD
The Yoga People 300hrs - goo.gl/OT8Eis
All Yoga Thailand - goo.gl/Ay5FW3
The Yoga People - goo.gl/dp4kIh
Regina Padma Rinchen Yoga Stamford - goo.gl/pyDrgc
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I filmed this on my Olympus Pen E-PL7. I didn't need lights for this video, but when I do, I use these studio lights - goo.gl/2Wft41

[@yennysworld4415]

You encouraged me to.. just go for it. I wasn't sure if I want to spend more time and energy on yoga even though I really like it. I thought I have to show clear results(like being a yoga teacher or making money from it somehow) once I take it seriously, and I was afraid of being failed. However, now I realized it's okay for me to put more effort on what I really like even though I wouldn't make any results because that is something really for myself and that is totally not wasting of my time & energy. I finally realized it thanks to you and your tear.. I was with you when you were tearing up. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!

[@justme9514]

Oh wow you're British 🙌🏾 I was recommended your channel by a video I saw,I'm British too and just completing my yoga teacher training but really want to improve my practice. I love dynamic yoga and so happy hear an accent like mine 🙋🏾. I'm on my way to get my mat and take one of your classes.🙏🏾

[@louisah6020]

It’s inspiring to hear that you’ve only been seriously practicing for 3 years and you are so knowledgeable! So many yoga teachers I follow have been practicing for years and it makes me think that I’ll have to wait 15 years to be as knowledgeable. But you, you inspire me to start where I am! Thank you!

[@luisakern4973]

Thank you very much for sharing this story! I love your videos and yoga classes🤗

[@swax3044]

Thanks for doing this video Cat, I loved hearing your experience and your journey! Xx

[@kimberlymaes7220]

Thank you so much for sharing Cat. You're a wonderful person ❤

[@ailsaburns]

Thank you for sharing your journey Cat! I feel like it is so common that people come to yoga for the physical aspects and then unintentionally keep going back for the spiritual side.

[@dianaahumada4302]

Thanks for sharing! you are an amazing yoga teacher, somebody that inspired people!

[@reginaperrusi]

Wow! Haven't seen this before :-) What a honour, Cat. Thank you! Leave you with that quote that is my ground everyday on the mat: "the teacher teaches the teaching. The teaching becomes the teacher." Shanti & Ananda

[@isaacmarley5112]

heck yeah ! much support to the channel. you killed that session !

[@tiasmith7902]

Thank you! I love and appreciate your video shares.

[@elisajouannet7011]

Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey

[@Madelyn12343]

I found your Instagram this morning, and then your blog, and now your channel, and I am in awe of you! I literally want your life haha! I've been dancing since I was like 6, and have always been really into my fitness. Lately, I've been trying to think what I want to do as a career, and the only route I can think of going down is fitness related, but I still have no idea? The thought of yoga really scares me, I've just completed 30 days of (Yoga with Adriene) on you tube and really enjoyed it. The 200hr course you did looks really good and I've done a lot of research on it, but I wouldnt be able to start that until I've had more yoga experience. I find your videos super inspiring and can tell that I'm going to be a big follower of your channel, blog and instagram from now on x x Thank You for the motivation x

[@bethanytrower]

Just found your channel! So glad I did, so interesting to watch, thank you. x

[@elliefoden_]

SNAP! I did my 200hr training four years ago, just from a random urge to learn some more about it and without any intention to actually teach it, but left soo unbelivelbaly inspired to share everyhing i've learnt... and I've been teaching ever since! It's a crazy journey, but the best thing I've ever done, and it sounds like you kindafeel the same?! ;) Thanks for sharing as always, Will deffinately check out our classes in London when you get them started! xxx

[@CatMeffan]

Hey Ellie, exactly! I think so many of us are like that. We just learn so much and then want to run out the door and share it with everyone. Hope to see you in a London class in the new year. I'll be announcing when and where on my Instagram soon. xx

[@kaytee789]

Yes, i want to learn more yoga, i didnt know if i want to go for teaching because i its impossible now for me. Thanks for making this video.

[@VictoriaMagrath]

this was so so interesting, thankyou for sharing this lovely xx

[@CatMeffan]

Thank you lovely! xx

[@chloebanks9453]

Thank you for this. You are one of my top inspirations and go-tos for yoga stuffs :) Thank you!! xx

[@CatMeffan]

Thank you for watching! :) xx

[@shaniepage2693]

amazing. thanks for sharing

[@apoorvarao11]

Thank you for sharing!

[@DamarisTemi]

This has literally convinced me to start doing yoga! Such and amazing thing. Do you have any tips on how I could keep my balance on my forearm handstand and handstand? As I always end up going into a back bend hehe xo

[@chooselove2022]

Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@apoorvarao11]

Could you do a video discussing some details on the beginning of your journey ? For eg. The stuff you mentioned about back oain after the first time was super relatable. Im a beginner too and it'd be great if you could share some physical and possibly emotional changes you felt after the first few classes

[@KristineGailite]

Thanks for sharing, this was very interesting! I am quite a lot into Vinyasa power flows but I think it might be time to start practicing some more Yin. 😊 Could you do a Yin flow for Vinyasa practicioners? One that would be kind of like a good transition from Vinyasa to Yin? And I am always on the lookout for vigorous Vinyasa morning power flows. 😊 Thank you!

[@zuzanafights]

So inspiring! I can´t wait to start my yoga again next week.. I should take 2-3 more weeks of rest. but I need (at least) yoga back in my life :(

[@CatMeffan]

Just be careful and listen to your body. In the grand scheme of things 2-3 weeks isn't that long if it means you'll be feeling 100% after that. Maybe try some yin. :) x

[@Maceen24]

Hi Cat! I just found your channel through Carlys video, and I'm really glad I did. My dream is to become a yoga teacher and have my own little studio. The problem is I'm the least flexible person ever, I'm 30 years old and I only do yoga at home. I'm beginning to think this is never going to work. Would be really grateful for any advice.

[@judeturnbull6805]

So interesting Cat thank you x

[@CatMeffan]

Thanks for watching! x

[@racheltelfer6390]

Hi Cat, thanks for sharing your story it is very interesting to hear about how you got into yoga. Could you do a video about yogic breathing as I am aware how important it is to my practice and have been really trying to focus on it. I have tried to watch some videos about it but I find them not very helpful. Have a good day xxx

[@CatMeffan]

Hey Rachel, thanks for watching :) I will definitely film a video about breathing and hopefully it'll be one you find useful :) xx

[@YogaIngeSoenen]

So interesting!!!! I have the same feeling about it. I also love poweryoga but I want to know more and more,especially about the spiritual and the philosophical side of yoga!!! just like you said.

[@beartheburn3863]

Your profile pic is awesome..

[@YogaIngeSoenen]

@@beartheburn3863 how sweet, thank you ❤️

[@canterbury816]

Hi Catt . so curious to know where did you take your Yoga Diploma , or yours .I love doing yoga with your videos.

[@otisandmaeve29]

Oh my GOSH, you have EDS??? Can you please make a video talking about this in more depth, if you're comfortable? I have EDS type 3 and practice daily...my EDS manifests more in the locking up and spasming of muscles. My joints are definitely hypermobile, but my body has grown used to seizing up to protect them, so I'm actually really inflexible in many areas. I'm loving my yoga practice, and I really hope it can help me to become strong- as I'm sure you know, with EDS it can often be one step forward, ten steps back.

[@charlottefizzy]

how are you so comfortable in front of the camera? I sound so awkward when I get and talk through my makeup tutorials 😭 love your videos!

[@CatMeffan]

Haha I honestly don't know. I just pretend I'm chatting to people rather than a camera I think :) x

[@peytonhume9955]

I want to be a yoga teacher and instructor when I'm older! And eventually own my own studio. But I'm in college now, what should I major in?

[@bethaniejones5152]

Hey Cat, love this video! I am on my 200 YTT journey and i'm wondering if you can recommend any books to help me with my journey? Anything you read along the way? xx

[@michellehoward649]

I'm in Lincolnshire .. where do you teach .. I have hyper mobility as well in all joints and also struggle with several injuries and have gotten way out of shape .. I realise I'm needing yoga back in my life xx

[@CatMeffan]

Hi Michelle, I'm based in Stamford and teach private classes in and around here. If you're close by, pop me an email to [e-mail] :) x

[@justme9514]

I went into my teacher training the same for my own benefit not to really teach lol. I'm going on the 300 HR training,and I actually do want to teach now I've done 200 hrs