After six months as a travel nurse in Houston, TX, moving to Lunenburg, NS was a literal breath of fresh air for Emara. Having grown up in a small coastal town, the salty breeze and rolling tides felt like home.

Emara relocated to Lunenburg in the fall of 2023 with her partner, Zach, and their Irish Doodle, Sullivan. After six years in nursing, Emara felt called to pursue her passion for yoga instruction. Having taught yoga on the side for the past four years, she was ready to make it her primary focus. Her goal was to share the life-changing practices that had helped her cope with the stresses of a healthcare career and a demanding world.

To make mindfulness practices accessible and affordable for everyone, Emara started an online platform called ĚLY Health (pronounced Ellie Health). After months of filming all over Nova Scotia, she began searching for a studio. A local art gallery caught her eye, and upon contacting the owner, she learned it would be available in two months.

Taking a big leap, Emara decided to trust her path and signed the lease. To pay rent and continue building her online studio, she started a $10 Drop-In Saturday Community Class. Three weeks later, she taught a packed room of 30 people.

Today, Lincoln Street Studio is a thriving space hosting six talented instructors, numerous events, and a cherished community of individuals pursuing mindful living.