Today we’d like to introduce you to Trishna Grigowski.
Hi Trishna, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
For most of my life I followed the path I thought I was supposed to take. It wasn’t until I faced some hard truths and let go of old expectations that I began to uncover what truly called to me. Step by step, I found my way to the work that feels like home. Yoga with Trishna, offering Hatha and Prenatal/Postnatal yoga services, is more than a business—it’s the culmination of my life experiences and my greatest passion.
I’m a proud second-generation Indian-American, raised by parents who came to the U.S. to build a better life for themselves and future generations. My parents emphasized hard work, education, and stability—often encouraging careers in healthcare, engineering, or law, a path familiar to many in our community. I spent seven years pursuing a Doctorate in Pharmacy, convincing myself that helping people would make it worthwhile. Once I entered retail pharmacy, the reality hit hard—patient care took a backseat to metrics and speed. For the first time, I felt deeply lost, questioning not just my path, but the sacrifices my parents made to get me there.
To cope with work-related stress, I turned to yoga—but never truly felt I belonged in the studios I visited. Though the spaces reflected my culture, I was often the only Indian student and felt like an outsider at my own tradition’s gathering. It echoed my childhood—straddling two worlds: hiding the Indian parts of myself at school to fit in with my peers, yet immersed in rich Indian traditions at home, where yoga was lived, not just practiced on a mat.
My search for the right yoga space led me to Namaste Yoga Center in Royal Oak—an inclusive, welcoming community that truly felt like home. I enrolled in the 200-hour teacher training with Linda Makowski and Melissa Weber, where I was introduced to the true depth of yoga beyond the posture-focused practice we mainly see today. I found a second home at Samastah Yoga Center in Ferndale, a space rooted in tradition and centered on building community. For the first time, my two identities—cultural and personal—came together in spaces that felt safe and affirming. This experience sparked a calling in me: to help others come home to themselves through the practice of yoga.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
When I first began teaching yoga, one of the biggest struggles was finding my voice and feeling confident holding space for others. Over time, I’ve learned that teaching yoga isn’t a performance, and students are not an audience. My role is to guide them toward hearing their own inner voice and deepening their connection with themselves.
A more recent challenge has been navigating my identity as a first-time mom while learning how to make space for the things that fill my cup. After my daughter was born, I chose to take a break from work as a pharmacist to stay home with her. She’s now fifteen months old, and I still find it difficult to ask for help or carve out time for myself. The idea of taking time alone to do something just for me feels unfamiliar—it’s not something I saw modeled growing up. As hard as it is, I’m learning that the more I ask for what I need, the better I can show up in all my roles. My husband has been incredibly supportive in encouraging me to do this, but it’s something I want to grow into myself—so my daughter can learn to do the same.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
After my own journey through pregnancy and postpartum, I felt called to focus on supporting expecting mothers through prenatal yoga. Pregnancy can feel isolating, filled with constant change and uncertainty—whether it’s your first or your third experience. My goal is to help Mamas stay connected to themselves, build physical and mental strength, and cultivate a supportive community. This work truly lights me up, and I feel deeply passionate about it. One thing that sets my classes apart is the session-based format: students join for 4-5 weeks at a time, creating consistency and allowing the same group to connect more deeply with themselves and each other over time. What I feel most proud of in teaching prenatal yoga is the sense of community that blossoms. There’s something deeply moving about watching students connect, support one another, and exchange stories and resources. It’s more than just a yoga class, it has become a circle of care, strength, and shared experiences.
How do you think about happiness?
Without a doubt, my family brings me the deepest joy. My husband and daughter are my mirrors—my greatest teachers, cheerleaders, and constant sources of inspiration for everything I do and who I strive to be. In a world filled with injustice, violence, and uncertainty, they remind me daily that there is beauty and joy in the simplest moments. Their love has taught me presence, patience, and perspective. I feel profoundly grateful to love and be loved so unconditionally.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://yogawithtrishna.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogawithtrishna
