For over a decade I have helped travelers and undergrad students reconnect with themselves through the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda, yoga, mindfulness, and the slow rhythms of Tuscan life.

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Ciao! My name is Shirley, and I am a Maharishi  Ayurveda practitioner, yoga and meditation teacher, and sound meditation facilitator specializing in integrative and holistic well-being.

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I grew up on the sunny coastline of Southern California and spent a decade living in Hawai‘i before following my heart to the hills of Tuscany in 2015.

I haven't left since. 

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​Academically, I hold a BA in Arts and Sciences from Maharishi International University and a Master’s degree in Yoga Studies from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice. I am currently completing a second Master’s degree in Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine at MIU, deepening my training in personalized lifestyle, nutrition, and mind-body medicine.

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I take great joy in guiding individualized Ayurvedic consultations, teaching both dynamic and gentle practices, and facilitating immersive sound meditation experiences. Each session is designed with care and attention to the unique needs of my students and clients, blending tradition with modern understanding.

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I believe wellness is not created by doing more.

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It is cultivated through rhythm, nourishment, meaningful movement, and deep rest.

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In Tuscany I have discovered that longevity isn't found in perfection—it is found in seasonal living, beautiful food, strong relationships, and daily rituals rooted in nature.

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​With love and gratitude,
Shirley