We recently connected with Rebecca Rasmussen and have shared our conversation below.

Rebecca, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. If you had a defining moment that you feel really changed the trajectory of your career, we’d love to hear the story and details.

It was 2015, and I was sitting in the backyard of our Connecticut house with my fiancé, trying to plan our wedding date.

We sat on the lounge chairs, notebook in hand, but instead of dreaming about color palettes or venues, I was… crying.

Not the kind of tears that trickle down quietly.
I mean sobbing.

Because deep down, I knew something was ending.


My professional dance career — something I had poured my entire life and identity into. In that moment I knew something was shifting.

And I didn’t know what was next.

I just knew it wasn’t that.

See, for my entire life, my identity was wrapped in one sentence:
I am a dancer.

It wasn’t just what I did.
It was who I was.
How I moved through the world. How I introduced myself. My friends are dancers.


And the thought of no longer being that? It felt like losing myself.

So I looked at my fiancé, eyes full of tears, and asked him the question I didn’t even know I needed to ask, “Will you still love me if I’m not a dancer?”

That question cracked me wide open.
Because in that moment, I realized how deeply my worth was wrapped around what I did.

And I’ll never forget his answer.
He looked at me and said,
“I don’t love you because you dance. I love you because you’re you.”

That was it. The line in the sand where everything shifted.

I realized… I am still worthy if I start over.
I am still enough if I evolve.

But here’s the truth:
Even though that moment opened my heart…
It took me seven more years and one final performance to fully feel complete.

To let go. To say goodbye to that version of me.

Because when your identity is wrapped up in your work,
it takes time and a lot of self-compassion to unravel and feel whole again.

But what I learned through all of it is this…
You are not your job title.
You are not your résumé.
You are not your output or performance.

You are worthy just because you exist.

And the people who truly love you?
They love you. Not your highlight reel. Just you.

That moment sitting on the lawn chair with my now husband became the seed of everything I now teach through Inside Flow yoga and Positive Psychology coaching.

Because our worth doesn’t come from doing.
It comes from being.

And isn’t it powerful and so fun to know…
You don’t have to stay the same.
You get to evolve. You get to reimagine. You get to begin again.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

My journey with movement started long before I ever stepped into a yoga studio. I was a professional dancer first—touring the world with the internationally acclaimed company MOMIX, performing in some of the most beautiful theaters across the globe, and on stages like America’s Got Talent, a Target commercial, and the Mercedes-Benz car show in Europe.

But after nearly two decades in the professional dance world, something inside me began to shift. I was craving more than performance. I wanted deeper connection. I wanted to help people feel—not just physically, but emotionally. To use movement as a tool for healing, happiness, and growth.

That’s when I found Inside Flow yoga. And everything clicked.

Today, I’m an Inside Flow Senior Teacher, Teacher Trainer, and certified Positive Psychology Coach. I’ve taught and certified hundreds of yoga teachers around the world to experience and lead this powerful practice, where yoga, music, and storytelling come together to create transformation.

But my work isn’t just about movement.

My bigger mission is to help people live with more happiness, more personal power, and a life that feels rich in every area.

I believe in using Inside Flow and science-backed Positive Psychology tools to support mental health, emotional resilience, and a deep sense of belonging.

Because when people feel happier… truly happier… their health improves, their relationships deepen, and their lives gain meaning. That ripple effect creates real change, not just for the individual, but for the communities around them.

Whether I’m leading a teacher training, hosting a global Inside Flow event, or coaching a yoga teacher to grow their business and confidence, I’m always holding the bigger vision:

That you matter.

That you belong.

That you are not alone.
And that movement, when done with heart and intention, can change everything.

Other than training/knowledge, what do you think is most helpful for succeeding in your field?

Yes, certifications, trainings, and teaching experience are incredibly valuable. They help you become a better teacher, a more skillful leader, and a stronger guide for your students—100%.

But the truth is, you can be the most knowledgeable, talented yoga teacher in the world…
and still struggle if you don’t know how to connect.

We are a people’s business.

In my experience, one of the most important elements for success in this field (especially as a yoga entrepreneur) is knowing how to build and connect to your community.

Not just teaching great classes, but truly creating a space where people feel seen, safe, and like they belong.
Where your students feel connected to you (not because you’re perfect or put on a pedestal) but because you’re real, relatable, and genuinely care.

And as yoga teachers who are also running a business, especially in a hybrid model with both in-person and online offerings, we wear a lot of hats. So beyond the teaching, it also takes:

Knowing how to build relationships through email and social media

Knowing how to share your story and create value

Knowing how to film content, market your offerings, and talk about what you do

These are the things that grow your impact and allow you to reach more people.
Because being a great teacher isn’t just about the cues and the flows.

It’s about how you make people feel.

It’s about creating a community where your students feel better just being around you.

That’s the magic.
And that’s what keeps people coming back.

If you could go back, would you choose the same profession, specialty, etc.?

If I could go back, would I choose the same path?
Absolutely.
I wouldn’t trade my professional dance career for anything.

Spending the first half of my life as a dancer taught me so much. Not just about movement, but about discipline, resilience, and stepping outside my comfort zone. From moving across the country from my California bubble to study at The Boston Conservatory, to living in New York City, auditioning, joining a company, and touring the world… it all shaped me.

Being on the road taught me how to adapt when things don’t go as planned.
It taught me teamwork, independence, and how to live among different cultures.
It taught me how to show up with professionalism and presence, even when things felt uncertain.

Those years gave me the foundation I still lean on today.

And now, I get to take all of those lessons and pour them into my teaching.
In my dance career, I created spaces where people could sit and watch transformation.
Now, I create spaces where people get to live it.
They’re not just witnessing the art… they’re part of it.

They get to feel, move, grow, and transform from the inside out.
And I get to guide that process, which is something I never take for granted.

So yes! I’d choose it all again in a heartbeat.
Because everything I lived through then has led me to the work I’m doing now.
And that work lights me up every single day.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.dancinbecka.com/
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YongSubi
Chichi
Renee Choi