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A FEW LINES ABOUT THE ORIGINS

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MEET EMMA

THE đŸ‡«đŸ‡· LCA ENGINEER WHO DEDICATED HER WORK TO ECOLOGY - BOTH IN THE WORLD AROUND US AND THE WORLD WITHIN OURSELVES.

At a pivotal moment in my life, I found myself feeling lost and overwhelmed. I’ve always been someone who thrives in chaos, constantly moving, creating, and doing. But that high-energy drive came at a cost... until yoga found me.

 

Practice taught me to stop identifying solely with what I produce, to quiet a very active inner critic (a relationship I’m still navigating every day!), and to ask what truly matters in life.

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Since then, I believe that true sustainability starts within. When we learn to care for our own well-being, that care naturally ripples outward to our communities and the planet. This core belief led me to become a certified Yoga Teacher alongside my background in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and industrial sustainability. Wanting to bridge the gap between mindfulness and real-world connection, I built Hortari from scratch in Amsterdam - a space designed to help people move, slow down, and form genuine bonds.

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On the technical side, I love turning complex environmental data into clear, engaging stories (whether through visual tools, newsletters, comic strips, board games, or simplified frameworks that make sustainability accessible and collaborative).

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My work sits at the intersection of this unique triptych: rigorous technical expertise, creative storytelling, and authentic human connection. 

 

Bridging these worlds is what keeps every single day fun, meaningful, and deeply rewarding. 😊

CERTIFICATIONS

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YTT-200h
Vinyasa Krama

with Beatrice Savaris & Moena de Jong at Tula studio. (certified in May 2026)

I share here the little notes I've taken from my 200H Yoga Teacher training! 

You can order a Paperback copy or download an online PDF version!  

Note: For me, Yoga is seva (= sharing knowledge openly to help others) which is why I offer you the PDF to use for free.

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YTT-100h Advanced Vinyasa & Detroit Flow

with Soojin Kim & Lize Lindenbergh

at Yoga Den Studio. (starting training in January 2027)

  • Movement & Practice: Advanced Vinyasa techniques, the dynamic energy of Detroit Flow, and understanding Vinyasa Krama.

  • Sequencing & Teaching: How to design and cue creative, intricate flows with confidence.

  • Philosophy: Studying teachings from the Bhagavad Gita and learning how to integrate philosophy into classes.

  • Skills & Engagement: Tools to engage and inspire students.

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