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With a B.Ed., M.Ed., and over 10 years of classroom teaching experience, Chantelle has been privileged to observe the fruits of many living philosophies. By continually striving to live the best life possible, Chantelle has been able to overcome many personal challenges in life and enjoys helping others do the same. In 2001, Chantelle stepped into her first yoga class and has been amazed at the ways it has transformed her life. In 2007 she studied under Shri Yogi Hari of the Sivananda lineage and became a certified yoga teacher. She has since earned the E-RYT designation from Yoga Alliance and continues to study under various Indian Master Yogis. In October 2013 launched Prana Yoga & Wellness, offering private/corporate yoga and stress management workshops based on Eastern wisdom. Chantelle frequently appears as a guest speaker and is involved with various community projects and local non-profit organizations. Dedicated to walking her talk, Chantelle is not afraid to do the necessary work to remain happily married and be a healthy role model for her two young daughters.

Monday, February 25, 2013

A Shout Out to rtraction



It's been almost a month since I've left rtraction, but I feel like I've never left. I'm still gleaning the gems from working at such a dynamic organization, which is why I want to say...

Thank you rtraction
For being big on ideas
and not shying away when ideas are big
For making play just as important as work
(and making shoes optional)
For showing me that anything is possible
when you have the right people with the same vision
and that failure is okay (to a point) ...just don't give up
That social media really is social (you can't fake it)
That leadership doesn't have to be hierarchal
and organizations can give beyond a dollar amount
That each employee matters and to play to her strengths
For demonstrating the importance of adapting and adapting again
For exposing me to the unforgiving pressure of D E A D L I N E S
and to the genius of Seth Godin
To have one foot in boldness and the other in humility.
Thank you for reminding me to stay true to your craft.

Thank you rtraction
for all of this and more.