Hair Loss, Yoga and My Very Rare Hair Condition

1. This is my story

A raw expansion of humanness.

I am a Yorkshire girl. I was raised in Huddersfield, but have since relocated to Manchester in 2022.

I was born with a rare genetic condition, Monilethrix, which meant I couldn’t grow hair, and when growing up, it always felt that amongst my peers, I was an outsider.

My life sometimes seemed messy, sometimes chaotic, but always different!

Growing up without hair, I felt a bit disconnected and sometimes unsure of my identity or who I was meant to become. But as I grew older, I learnt how to cope the only way I knew: by masking, pushing through, and simply getting by. So, when I was a student, I decided to get my head down and study hard. In doing so, I got fantastic grades and achieved a place at the University of Nottingham in 2019. After a couple of years of more studying (and the occasional party!) I earned my BSc in Psychology. During that time, it was not apparent to me that life was being navigated in a state of disconnection – functioning merely out of necessity, rather than with a true sense of self.

‘YOU DON’T NEED TO BE FIXED – YOU WERE NEVER BROKEN IN THE FIRST PLACE’

I moved to Manchester in 2020 to study my MA in Gender, Sexuality and Culture Studies. At that time, I noticed that my mindset shifted. I don’t know what it was, but something changed in me, my self-awareness, my confidence and my journey of (re)-embodiment began.

I soon realised the beauty of recognising that our bodies are shaped by unique experiences – no two bodies, emotions, or stories are the same. Yet, at our core, we are all human. It is in this shared humanness that I find the rawness and depth of movement – where we are free to show up as we are, without needing to fit a mould.

I believe that awareness bridges the gap between ‘doing’ and ‘being.’ With awareness, we open ourselves to the full spectrum of emotions, sensations, and explorations we encounter throughout a lifetime. In this space, movement becomes more than a physical practice – it becomes a pathway back to ourselves.

2. My Yoga

MOVE | FEEL | UNLEARN.

Treacle Movement is born from my own journey – creating a raw expansion of humanness. It is a well-rounded approach that encourages movement, playful discovery, and creative expression, all guided by how your body feels from the inside. It focuses on becoming more aware of yourself and staying in tune with your body’s natural rhythm and inner wisdom.

Treacle Movement is where I share that journey – a space that celebrates strength, choice, and personal empowerment. Here, movement isn’t just about making shapes; it’s about waking up your senses, exploring through play, expressing yourself, and staying curious.

I take an unconventional approach to movement – one that challenges and redefines its dominant narrative. Agency, awareness, choice, curiosity and humanness are at the heart of my space holding.

I value the beauty of recognising that our bodies are shaped by unique experiences – no two bodies, emotions, or stories are the same. Yet, at our core, we are all human. It is in this shared humanness that I find the rawness and depth of movement – where we are free to show up as we are, without needing to fit a mould.

I believe that awareness bridges the gap between ‘doing’ and ‘being.’ With awareness, we open ourselves to the full spectrum of emotions, sensations, and explorations we encounter throughout a lifetime. In this space, movement becomes more than a physical practice – it becomes a pathway back to ourselves.

3. The Pod (Yoga Creative Sessions)

THE SPACE BETWEEN DOING AND BEING.

The POD is our in-person yoga studio. It’s a space to reconnect with your body through mindful movement, rooted in ancient knowledge and guided by modern somatic practices – free from pressure, grounded in presence. From breath, to movement practices, awareness-building, and living. Our offerings are endless!

4. My Accreditations

MY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

I am a certified 200-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher, trained through the Yoga Therapy Institute, with a deep commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for movement and healing. I am currently completing my training as a BASI Pilates Teacher, further enriching my approach with a strong foundation in alignment, control, and functional movement.

As a certified somatic coach with the SOMA Method, my work is rooted in body-based awareness and the transformative potential of embodied presence. I also hold advanced training in Yin practices, combining studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qigong, Embodied Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra through Authentic Flow and the Rise Academy.

Additionally, I am a qualified Pranayama, Breathwork, and Meditation Facilitator with Evolve, supporting nervous system regulation and inner calm through breath and stillness.

Always learning, always changing, always evolving – my journey into the body, spirituality, and the depths of life is continuous.

My experience is not uncommon, and many people find themselves operating on autopilot without even realising it. If you’re ready to reconnect with your authentic self and begin living with greater clarity and purpose, you may find one of my courses to be a valuable next step to help with your mindfulness.