Writer. Speaker. Life Optimizer.

Tap Into Your Inner Guru & Tackle Taboos

Hi, I’m Tess Clarkson.

From stages as an Irish dancer in Broadway’s “Riverdance” and Michael Flatley’s productions to navigating the complexities of financial regulation law in New York, I always have been drawn to precision, rhythm, and meaning. Today, as a published writer, certified astrologer, yoga teacher, Reiki master, and end-of-life doula, my work centers on helping you find clarity, peace, and connection—to live well and end well.

Based in Missouri with my husband and our dogs, I share simple tools and real stories to inspire you to trust yourself, live authentically, and embrace change. Together, let’s create simple paths toward a life filled with intention and harmony. 

xo Tess

Tap Into Your Inner Guru

Tackle Taboos

Blend logic and intuition with ease so you can trust yourself, embrace change, and create a life without regrets that feels truly aligned.

Writer

Feel less alone when confronting death, grief, loss, and life in the middle. Tess talks about these challenges and more in her true stories of every day life. Find comfort and connection reading her essays.

Speaker

Take the taboo out of talking about end-of-life issues. As an Death Doula, Tess launched the Your Best Goodbye lecture, for encouraging end-of-life discussions and legacy creations, and she offers Grief & Creativity workshops.

Life Optimizer

Discover tools for living with more connection to body, mind, and spirit and Universal flow. Let Tess teach you yoga, meditation, and astrology, and find harmony.

Discover a Path to Optimize Each Day.

Life can feel overwhelming, chaotic, and disconnected. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Are you struggling with:

  • Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in transition?
  • Struggling to trust yourself and the path ahead?
  • Carrying the weight of loss or change without knowing how to move forward?
  • Searching for meaning, clarity, or a deeper sense of purpose?

Tess Clarkson is here to guide you. Through stories, tools, and transformative events, uncover ways to be your own guru and navigate life’s challenges, including the ultimate The End. In turn, live more each day.

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Real Stories. Proven Tools. Practical Guidance.


Tess’ work has been featured in publications, including The Washington Post, HuffPost, Insider, Scary Mommy, AARP, The Girlfriend, The Ethel, YourTango, The Independent, Next Avenue, Next Tribe, Motherwell, Literary Mama, and Chicken Soup for the Soul. Her unique blend of life experiences — from the Broadway stage to Wall Street, healing practices and end-of-life awareness — offer a perspective that resonates deeply with anyone seeking to maximize each day.

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“A new sense of my energy and what it means when it’s blocked.”
Billie
“Since beginning yoga with Tess, I’m stronger and more flexible. I have been able to listen to the needs of my body and have increased my mindfulness. Her shavasana is amazing.”
Laurie
“I always leave meditation feeling lighter and with a new outlook on my circumstances thanks to Tess’ personalized attention!”
Caitlin
“Tess’ yoga class is a wonderful workout. I feel empowered, stronger, & more in tune with my body during class. Afterwards, I feel clam & relaxed.”
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