MODERN MUZE X MISSONI LANZA
Missoni Lanza is a true renaissance woman. She is an artist, singer/songwriter, writer, movement specialist and entrepreneur. Missoni has traveled internationally and throughout the States singing jazz and original compositions along with helping to bring music equipment and education to schools. Passionate about inspiring and helping others, Missoni received her Pilates Certification in 2011 and has brought fitness education to schools throughout the Coachella Valley, she has shared her teaching and classes internationally, and has worked with some of the leading educators in the industry. Today, she is the CEO and Host of Movement Bottega The Online Practice | The Podcast as well as the Co-Founder of This Must Be The Place, an exclusive, private fitness boutique made up of the Desert’s leading Movement Specialists.
Learn more about Missoni in our Modern Muze of the Week Feature below.
MODERN MUZE X MISSONI LANZA
MODERN MUZE
Where are you and your family from?
MISSONI
I was born in Portland, OR and grew up in Palm Springs, CA. My father’s side of the family is from Sicily while my Mom’s side is from Oregon.
MODERN MUZE
What do you love about being a woman?
MISSONI
There is a quote that I love, “A strong woman is one who feels deeply and loves fiercely. Her tears flow as abundantly as her laughter. A strong woman is both soft and powerful, she is both practical and spiritual. A strong woman in her essence is a gift to the world.” I think when women tap into their power and their gifts, they can accomplish anything. We are the muses and the creators, the ripple effect of great ideas and birth new life. Women are just phenomenal in every way and I love being in the company of women who truly embody that.
How do you embrace your vulnerabilities?
MISSONI
Growing up as an artist and a songwriter, I look at vulnerabilities as a gift. Perhaps I’m a bit of an emotional masochist, but I like to sit with what makes me uncomfortable and find a way to spin it into something creative. May it be through writing, making music, drawing, or even branding... I really love sharing that raw emotion and sensitivities in what I create.
MODERN MUZE
What is your most powerful and authentic quality?
MISSONI
I have an unwavering moral compass. Integrity is of the utmost importance to me.
MODERN MUZE
What do you feel is your purpose in your work?
MISSONI
My heart and soul is in my work and helping people out of pain and feeling confident in their body. The best feeling in the world is when a student is able to accomplish something they didn’t know was possible... that’s my soul purpose, helping people find their power.
MODERN MUZE
What qualities do you admire most in others?
MISSONI
Honesty, compassion & integrity. I also do appreciate sarcastic, dry humor... you have all those things we are going to be great friends.
What advice would you give your younger self? Stop dimming your light to make others comfortable.
MISSONI
Keep evolving, push the boundaries, and do your shit.