Originally from Milan, Italy, Eleonora Zampatti Neary is a yoga teacher, currently living in Asbury Park, New Jersey, USA. Her story, although unique, is very relatable and resonates with many women.
Having lived through domestic violence, an eating disorder, suffering from anxiety and depression, her teaching and her own yoga practice are deeply rooted in her life experiences. She encourages all of her students to embrace their vulnerabilities and draw strength from accepting themselves as they are.
Despite having gone through a great deal of pain in the past, and still battling with recurring depression she never gives up. She has the courage to live her life fully, with purpose, setting out to accomplish everything she sets her mind to. More importantly, she’s able to attract and cultivate meaningful relationships in her life, from her loving husband to a close group of friends who, “are more like sisters”, she says.
When I first met her about a year ago, what instantly drew me to her was her fun, light, sense of humour and her ability to be unapologetically herself. It was very magnetic.
She’s a woman whose presence is undeniable, vibrant,