Gladesia Tolbert

With over 20 years of experience as a nurse practitioner, I’ve always been passionate about helping others achieve true wellness. I’ve seen firsthand that
while many people strive to be healthy, they often lack the tools to create lasting balance in their lives. Providing pediatric healthcare to children and teen life
coaching, I developed a deeper empathy and connection to parents who were drowning, trying to pour from an empty cup. As a busy wife and mother of two, I faced the familiar challenge of carving out time to invest in myself. I often felt stretched thin, overwhelmed, and stressed out.
 
Ten years ago, I stepped on the mat at my first yoga class, and it was clear from that moment that yoga would become a core part of my life. Through yoga and
meditation, I found a profound sense of peace and connection to God that renewed my spirit. With consistent practice, I felt myself growing stronger—physically, mentally, and spiritually. As I grew in my spiritual walk and settled into a deeper place of wellness, I realized my true purpose; to inspire and
support others on their path to be whole.
 
I began my yoga teacher journey as a kid’s yoga instructor and later became a 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). In 2024, I founded House of Gladitude to create a welcoming, inclusive space of refuge where individuals from all walks of life can experience the transformative power of yoga
and holistic wellness.
 
Today, I practice yoga to cultivate stillness, resilience, and inner peace. I teach yoga to help others connect with their own sources of strength and balance, and
to guide them toward the person they are truly meant to be. My goal is to foster a supportive environment for every student, promoting mental, physical, and
spiritual well-being.