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Jennie Lee is a multi award-winning author of three books, including the prestigious Nautilus Book Award for her most recent SPARK CHANGE: 108 Provocative Questions for Spiritual Evolution. A recognized expert in the fields of yoga therapy and spiritual living, her other books are TRUE YOGA: Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness & Spiritual Fulfillment; and BREATHING LOVE: Meditation in ActionJennie is a certified yoga therapist, spiritual coach, and creativity coach, who has counseled individuals seeking soulful self-expression and wellbeing for the past 25 years. Additionally, Jennie is the Founder and Director of the Essere Writer & Artist Residency in Italy. When she is not writing or coaching, you will find her practicing her Italian or surfing with her husband near their home in Hawai’i. 

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"Jennie’s ability to take this spiritual practice and make it practical – something one can apply to daily life situations – is very unique and is what makes this type of collaboration powerful."
Esmeralda C
Director of Literacy D.O.E. HI
“In more than 25 years of experience as a student and teacher in the field of personal growth, I have never found anyone as gifted as Jennie Lee. Her unique blend of talk therapy, yoga and meditation helped me make rapid progress on my journey of self-understanding, emotional wholeness and peace. If you are serious about the process of self-discovery and awareness—I know of no one I would recommend more highly.”
Art Dwight
President, One Decision
“Jennie has been a remarkable source of inspiration and strength to me.”
Jeff W.
Surgeon
“I have worked very closely with Jennie Lee for over ten years. Jennie’s patience, encouragement and ability to demonstrate the practical application of Yoga Sutras and principles have helped me to deepen my practice to reach levels of understanding I’d not be capable or ready to reach on my own. She is truly a gifted teacher – a gem!”
Nancy J.
Human Resources Director
“Jennie is an amazing teacher and gifted soul. She is patient and kind, intuitive and helped me identify areas of my life where I was holding myself back. I highly recommend Jennie to anyone who wants to utilize yoga in your own personal growth and expansion & make life changing results in a positive direction!”
Jenny Kerr
Financial Coach
“Jennie possesses an unusually acute insight and the empathy to instruct clients in the Yoga Sutras in a way that resonates with each individual client. Flexible, spontaneous, creative and kind, Jennie brings a mix of delight in movement, reverence for the natural world and deep knowledge of yoga philosophy to her practice and her teaching.”
Julia Purinton
Artist
“Jennie’s depth of experience, knowledge, wisdom and compassion create a sacred space where you can truly transform your life.”
Kathleen Batcheller
Marketing Director
“With Jennie, I have learned so many things that are uplifting and spiritual.”
Paulette Theriault
Professional Pianist
Jennie is very candid. She does not pretend that yoga, or anything for that matter, is easy. She admits that things are rough sometimes and that yoga is a way to work with that rough stuff.”
Katie Bouton
President/ CEO Koya Consulting
“Jennie has been an incredible support and teacher for me. I am so grateful to have met her and had the opportunity to work with her.”
Frances McLaughlin
Nonprofit President
“Jennie is a fabulous teacher and facilitator!”
M. Sheehan
Financial Adviser

Jennie Lee is a multi-award-winning author, teacher and speaker specializing in yoga therapy, meditation and creative self-expression. For over 26 years, she has bridged the universal ideals and practices of Eastern philosophy with the needs and challenges of modern Western living. Her most recent book, Spark Change: 108 Provocative Questions for Spiritual Evolution is a Nautilus Book Award winner. In it, Jennie takes  readers on a deep dive into the practice of introspection as a tool for personal growth and the discovery of purposeful self-expression. Her book  TRUE YOGA: Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness and Spiritual Fulfillment offers practitioners tangible strategies to apply yogic science to daily life. It is used in Yoga Teacher Training programs worldwide. And her book, Breathing Love: Meditation in Action delivers a powerful message about loving as an essential and universal spiritual practice.

Known for living what she teaches, Lee’s counsel is based on studies in Body-Centered Psychotherapy, Spiritual Psychology, Yoga Philosophy and Kriya Yoga Meditation. She is a Certified Yoga Therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapists as well as a Certified Process Therapist. A recognized expert on yoga and spiritual living, Lee’s writing has been featured in numerous magazines and online sites, and she has been a contributor to several other books on Yoga Therapy. With over 60, 000 teaching and counseling hours under her belt, and 26 years of personal practice of these teachings, she is a testament to the fact that it is possible to get through difficult times and emerge in joy and ever expanding creativity.

The diversity of people who have entrusted Lee with their personal growth speaks to her ability to effectively touch a wide range of individuals. From celebrities to CEOs, military officers to housewives, all have experienced positive change through working with her. In addition to individual coaching, Lee has worked with professional groups, yoga teacher trainings, schools and nonprofits organizations internationally. 

Having explored numerous forms of creative self-expression, including running 17 international retreats with uniquely themed curriculum,  Jennie is now dedicated to uplifting the creative process for other writers and artists through her newly founded Essere Writer & Artist Residency in Tuscany, Italy. This bi-annual program hosts 20+ creatives for a 2-week immersion in artistic pursuits and brings together the best of Jennie’s work in personal wellness and spiritual evolution.

Testimonials
“In more than 25 years of experience as a student and teacher in the field of personal growth, I have never found anyone as gifted as Jennie Lee. Her unique blend of talk therapy, yoga and meditation helped me make rapid progress on my journey of self-understanding, emotional wholeness and peace. If you are serious about the process of self-discovery and awareness—I know of no one I would recommend more highly.”
Art Dwight
President, One Decision
“Jennie’s ability to take spiritual practice and make it practical – something one can apply to daily life situations – is very unique and is what makes this type of collaboration powerful.”
Esmeralda C
Director of Literacy D.O.E. HI
“Jennie’s depth of experience, knowledge, wisdom and compassion create a sacred space where you can truly transform your life.”
Kathleen Batcheller
Marketing Director

Books

Sounds True Publisher

Hardback, E-book, Audio: Creativity/ Personal Transformation/ Self-Help
ISBN: 9781683644583

Spark Change

108 Provocative Questions for Spiritual Evolution

Attain greater self-awareness and orient toward your highest potential through a process of engaged, incisive questioning. In Spark Change, Lee shows you how to identify your most important personal questions and explore how they can redefine the trajectory of your life.

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Llewellyn Worldwide Publisher

Paperback, E-book, Audio: Body, Mind, Spirit / Yoga / Happiness Self-Help
ISBN: 9780738746258

True Yoga

Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness & Spiritual Fulfillment

True Yoga is an exploration of both inner and outer practices of yoga (the ‘Eight Limbs’) applying them to modern life for peace, balance and joy. Reaching beyond the popular physical practice of yoga to the timeless wisdom and universal spirituality of the ancient yogis, this inspirational guide through the Yoga Sutras, gives readers daily exercises, reflections and affirmations to create enduring happiness. Unlike other complex and esoteric translations of the Yoga Sutras, TRUE YOGA makes the classical teachings tangible for all ages and skill levels. It is perfect for newcomers to yoga, teachers in training, and long time practitioners who want to be spiritually focused while still grounded in modern life.

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Second Edition Paperback, E-book: Spiritual Self-Help/ Meditation/ Spirituality
ISBN: 9780738752099

Breathing Love

Meditation in Action

Offering hope to a world in turmoil, Breathing Love is a guide to practicing love even when it’s not easy and even when you don’t know how. Get inspired with simple daily ways to live love and increase your inner peace and outer harmony. Learn to embody the Love that is your true nature today!

Llewellyn Worldwide Publisher

First Edition Audio: Spiritual Self-Help/ Meditation/ Spirituality

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