Beth Z.
Certified Yoga and Fitness Instructor
Sumaya A.
Masters in Spiritual Psychology
Sumaya is certified in mindfulness, hypnosis, and EFT tapping in addition to gaining her MA in Psychology from Columbia. Sumaya finds peace and strength in mental fitness and believes everyone can become the best version of themselves when they put their mind first. Her kind and thoughtful energy creates immediate relaxation in class.
Hometown
Queens, NY
Go-to wellness activity
Journaling
Favorite mindfulness guru
Jay Shetty & Aileen from Lavendaire
Liberate song
Just Like Magic by Ariana Grande
Favorite mental muscle
Presence
Q&A with Sumaya
What do you do to manage stress?
I start my days off with meditating and gratitude journaling which truly help me become present and release stress from the past or future. Emotional Freedom Technique also known as tapping is another favorite tool of mine that helps me destress and feel instant calm and relaxation. Going on regular walks allows me to manage stress through movement of my body.
How do you prioritize your mental health at work?
Taking a mid-day break is one way that I prioritize my mental health at work. If I’m not able to take a break, then I spend some time doing tasks in a quiet space without distractions so that I can be present with myself. I also go on walks during my lunch breaks which helps support my mental wellbeing.
What is your favorite practice for mental fitness and why?
Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) is my favorite practice for mental fitness because it instantly calms me down and relaxes my mind, body and soul. I have used tapping for various reasons such as releasing stress, releasing anxiety, and releasing self-doubt. Tapping is truly a powerful tool that creates a positive change within minutes.
What do you love about being a Liberate leader?
I love the ability to build on my mental fitness with every Liberate class. Each class allows me to be present, feel calm and ease. Liberate classes and workshops combine some of my favorite mindfulness practices which makes each class enjoyable to do. As a Liberate leaver, I love being able to introduce mindfulness practices to others while feeling the calm and increased presence along with them. It’s a win-win for everyone attending and leading each class.
Personal mantra?
Whatever is meant for you will always be for you.
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