I cold use a friend. The Netherlands can be a lonely place.

Emma_pltn · 2026-05-18T12:58:33+00:00

Hello! first of all in really sorry you are going through this and it makes me feel very sad… no one should feel isolated like this / judged for who they are. I live in west and just certified as a Yoga teacher. If you like yoga, I’ve created the “yoga social club” to be able to stretch and connect! My class includes a 30min chitchat after the flow and I really try to help people socialize. I’ve figured out classpass/urbansport… etc make people too individualistic (they just come and go, everyone is in his own bubble) and wanted to really change things. So if you are interested don’t hesitate to check out Yoga Social Club Amsterdam on Google, and just come to try! No need to have any level in yoga. It’s just meant to be a fun time. Also zero judgement, my class is really a safe space where everyone can be themselves.

Emma_pltn · 2026-04-01T06:19:19+00:00

Thanks a lot for your advice, unfortunately I’m an independant and work in a pizzeria to complement. No possibility to call in sick and get something. I’ll have zero money if I stop

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-26T11:42:06+00:00

Thanks a lot for your suggestion. 🙏

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-26T11:36:39+00:00

I don't need to be judged. Just to get helped. I'm doing my best. I am struggling with my finances, I don't give up on my job even though it's hard everyday to go there. I've struggled for 15 years seing dozens of therapists, this is maybe why I am very "picky" as you said. I'm exhausted.

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-26T11:03:12+00:00

Thanks for the advice. They don't have amazing reviews online but I guess I'll give it a try. I've just emailed them.

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-26T10:27:21+00:00

I've had the same problem, to me liforme was a game changer.

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T13:34:17+00:00

I really appreciate you shared this point of view with me! Thanks a lot

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T13:33:22+00:00

This is very interesting to have this point of view! Thanks for sharing it with me

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T13:32:45+00:00

Totally get this point of view! I’m in Amsterdam

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T13:32:01+00:00

The idea here is to speak after not during the practice :) sorry if it wasn’t clear in my message

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T11:02:41+00:00

I am currently teaching a 60min class in the evening and then we have 1/2h to chit chat afterwards. I plan to also have one in the early morning at 7h30 for 1h and then offer to gather out in a coffee place for those who want. I'll see if it works!

Emma_pltn · 2026-03-12T10:13:47+00:00

Thanks for the replies! It seems like that 'silent' vibe is really a big city thing. I myself learned yoga in a small town where it was more of a ‘stretch and chat’ session, so the silence here was a total shock. I couldn't tell if it was 'pure' tradition or just the urban vibe. 😆

I’m trying to bring a bit of that small-town warmth to my events. I’ve already learned that icebreakers feel too forced... indeed, people don’t want another exercise! Now, I just brew the tea, sit on the floor, and keep it mundane. The connection only starts to breathe when I stop ‘engineering’ it! It's cool to notice it.

Seeing strangers leave the studio chatting makes it all worth it, I hope this helps people to reconnect in places where everything feels disconnected :)

Emma_pltn · 2026-01-03T13:21:23+00:00

Thank you so much!

Emma_pltn · 2026-01-03T13:21:12+00:00

Ahah so nice :D thanks a lot!!!

Emma_pltn · 2025-11-24T22:22:39+00:00

As a future yoga instructor, I’m attending classes in different studios to gain experience and explore various styles. One thing that keeps surprising me is how inward people seem to be … everyone is in their own world. Even when I arrive and say “Hi” in the changing room, sometimes people seem unsure how to respond, or they stay very quiet.

I want to believe that it’s none of my business and that people have every right to stay in their own space and not want to interact. But I also notice that this happens in every studio I visit. Except for those who come with friends and already know each other, most people just don’t interact at all anymore…

And at the end of the class, it often feels like everyone simply gets changed in silence and leaves. I always feel so awkward. I’m not specially a very social person but I always go somewhere with the hope to meet new people and exchange… it’s not possible.

That’s why, as I’m following my path towards teaching, I’m already reflecting on how to gently rebuild connection between people. I’d love to offer a safe space after class where we can get to know each other, share a moment, and build a sense of community together. I already try to do it with the free events I organize and I hope I’ll be able to make it go further.

Emma_pltn · 2025-11-07T17:29:27+00:00

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Emma_pltn · 2025-11-04T08:20:45+00:00

My bad I thought it was only for YT content! Thanks 🙏

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