Photo of Celie in Mexico, taken by Dad :)

Tell us about yourself, Celie.

I am a Swedish-Armenian-Dutch woman born in London but raised in Piedmont, CA. After getting my BFA from Chapman University, I moved to LA and spent the next five years working in video production before ultimately quitting my job and moving back to the Bay Area in 2024. I have since rediscovered my love of the outdoors, exercising, cooking and theater. I love the community at Nest and am so grateful to be working at such a uniquely wonderful studio.

What is your all time favorite movie, book, song or artist/artwork?

Favorite Musical Artist: Hozier

Favorite Book(s): When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A Parker and Parable of the Sower by Octavia E Butler.

What do you love the most about practicing yoga?

In yoga what I love the most is the breath work involved with the movement. It is very similar to how we address breath in theater, it not only drives our movement but our emotions as well. It helps me get through classes both physically and mentally.

What is your favorite yoga pose?

Runner's Lunge (I've got tight hips!)

What is your least favorite yoga pose?

Plank pose (just... yikes)

Visiting the Empire State Building in NYC for the first time

What is your favorite place to visit OR a place you'd like to go someday?

I love to visit my family in Sweden (in the summer). It's a magical place!

What is one thing people would be surprised to know about you?

I think people are surprised to know I was born out of the country and that half my family lives in Sweden.

What is your favorite quote, or your favorite piece of advice?

Be Curious, Not Critical

What else would you like our community to know about you?

It makes me so happy seeing our community of regulars in here each shift, it makes my day watching everyone converse and support each other. Thank you all for helping make Nest the wonderful place it is!