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Mar 2023
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Ep. 48: Finding peace in the chaos - the...

Amanda Haydar
About this episode

This week, we talk peace with Hala Okeili, founder of Sarvam yoga, one of Lebanon’s leading yoga studios.

Once upon a time, before starting Sarvam, Hala was a lawyer. Today she is on a mission to spread yoga and its many benefits in Lebanon and beyond. 

In this episode we talk about how yoga can bring much needed peace to our lives, and Hala tells us all about her journey, and the valuable lessons she’s learned along the way.


note: Those who know me know how much I love yoga. Its a fantastic tool that has helped me IMMENSELY in my life. Practicing at Sarvam really helped me deepen my personal practice and if you find yourself in Beirut, I highly recommend checking it out.

Website link: https://www.sarvamyoga.com/

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