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“For most of history, Anonymous was a woman.” ~ Virginia Woolf. On this International Women’s Day, GlobalSpa recognizes and celebrates the women in the industry as we delve into their success mantra they follow, mistakes that have helped them grow, and of course, their WELLNESS philosophy.

Sonakshi Dhamija is a Yoga Expert & Founder of The Shala New Delhi.

What is your wellness philosophy?

My wellness philosophy is "you are what you consume"; not just the food you eat but the environment you create for yourself that can influence your wellbeing. This includes the people, and the media, to name a few, that shape your thoughts which in turn influence your speech, actions, and your wellness. It’s important to cultivate a healthy environment that is supportive and helps us thrive!

Your success mantra?

All our limitations are in our minds. Once we look beyond that everything becomes possible. Always remember you can create what you want.

A lesson you learned from making a mistake?

So many lessons! But the most important lesson I’ve learned is to observe the situation and the circumstances instead of analyzing and judging it. It’s also important to not be hard on ourselves when we make a mistake/ fail, to be able to accept ourselves on an as-is-where-is basis allows us to learn from it without being averse to the lesson!

Any piece of advice for all the women out there?

The only advice for women I have is that never compromise on your health, time, and boundaries. Put yourself first, look out for your own joy and you’ll be able to radiate that joy toward everyone around you!

What has been your biggest pride as a doyenne?

I’m extremely happy and proud to be able to spread the beautiful practice of yoga. To be able to reach as many people as possible and share the benefits of yoga. It’s a practice you cannot resist sharing!