From the Skies to Stillness: My Journey to Creating Eastern Fusion Yoga

From the Skies to Stillness: My Journey to Creating Eastern Fusion YogaBy Amrita Chettri

I was born and raised in the beautiful, mist-covered hills of Darjeeling, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas. If you’ve ever been there, you’ll know—it’s not just a place, it’s a rhythm. A way of being. Life flows slower there. You grow up surrounded by towering trees, crisp mountain air, and a quiet kind of wisdom that seeps into your bones.

Growing up, movement and mindfulness were natural parts of my day. I didn’t think of it as “yoga” or “meditation” at the time—it was just life. Climbing hills barefoot, dancing to Bollywood music with friends after school, sitting in silence as the clouds rolled in with the afternoon breeze. Breath and body were always in sync with the earth.

But then, like many of us, I left home at 18 to chase something bigger. I became a cabin crew member and spent the next 13 years flying across continents with SpiceJet and Qatar Airways. I saw the world. I met people from every culture. I lived in bustling cities and soaked in everything life had to offer. I was proud of the life I had built.

But something was quietly unraveling.

Flying sounds glamorous—and in many ways, it is. But behind the scenes, there’s a high price. Jet lag. Odd meal times. A disrupted circadian rhythm. The constant demand to smile, to serve, to perform. Over time, I felt myself drifting further from the grounded, joyful girl I once was.

At first, it was little things—tiredness, irritability, strange cravings, broken sleep. Then came deeper signs: mood swings, anxiety, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues. My body was talking to me. I had just forgotten how to listen.

That’s when I began to return—to my roots, to my breath, to the gentle practices I had once taken for granted. I began moving again, not to burn calories, but to feel alive. I danced freely, especially to Bollywood beats (still my favorite kind of therapy). I started practicing yoga not as a workout, but as a way of coming home. I shifted my diet—not from guilt, but from love. I re-learned how to breathe with intention.

And slowly, everything changed.

My energy returned. My sleep improved. My mind became clearer. I started to feel whole—not just functioning, but thriving. That’s when I knew this was bigger than just my own healing.

I trained as a coach and began teaching others what had helped me: breathwork, mindful movement, joyful expression, and presence. That’s how Eastern Fusion Yoga was born—a practice that blends the ancient wisdom of the East with the rhythm of real, modern life.

Today, I guide people across the world—from their homes, their living rooms, their yoga mats—many of whom, like me, once felt disconnected from their bodies and their breath. I teach in small groups, because I believe transformation happens when someone truly sees you, listens to you, and honors your journey. One-size-fits-all doesn’t work when it comes to healing.

Whether you’re 25 or 65, overwhelmed or out of sync, a complete beginner or returning to your mat after years—I meet you where you are. I help you reconnect with the deep wisdom already within you. Because true wellness isn’t about performance. It’s about presence.

If this resonates with you, I invite you to join my free mailing list where I share insights, breath practices, journal prompts, and stories from my journey. And when you're ready, join a class or course with me to experience the Eastern Fusion Yoga with me.

Let’s move. Let’s breathe. Let’s heal—together. Because no matter where you’ve been, your body remembers the way back home.