About

Our Founder

Kristi Mickelson is a classically trained yoga instructor. As a professional wellness advocate, educator and certified life coach, it is her desire to promote health, wellness and healing for body, mind and spirit.

Kristi is an avid researcher and self-proclaimed student of neurobiology, neuropsychology and neuro-linguistic programming as well as self-hypnosis and other natural therapeutic practices. 

Prior to teaching yoga, Kristi was a professional dance instructor. She is also a strategic business consultant who has worked in the biotech and medtech industries. Her personal health crucible led her to pursue a career in wellness coaching.

Kristi believes in the power of kindness, empathy, prayer, mindfulness, faith, hope and hard work. She is a nature lover who considers her relationships her greatest treasures.

Message from Kristi

Dear Friends,

I’m so happy you’re here! There are some things I’d like to share from my heart to yours.

Significant physical and mental health challenges has shaped me into the teacher and life coach I am today.

Having faced my own struggles—whether it’s overcoming anxiety, dealing with chronic illness, navigating loss, or finding my purpose—I bring authenticity, empathy and open heart to the lighter worldwide community.

I wish you wholeness, peace and joy. I invite you to listen, learn, share and receive more light through our joyful journeys of the heart, mind and soul. It is an honor to share the culmination of my life’s work with you and the healing practices that have taken me a lifetime to discover.

I invite you to join Lighter Worldwide’s community as I sincerely believe the techniques you will learn and the friendships you will make will have the power to change your life in deeply meaningful, lasting and joyful ways. Live Lighter!

Lots of Love,

Kristi