Start Your Day with Mindfulness, Movement, and Inner Awareness
Location: [TBD]
Time: October 5–7, 2026 | 7:00–7:50 AM
Join us for a peaceful morning meditation session during IEEE SMC 2026 and begin your day with gentle movement, mindful breathing, and quiet reflection.
Led by Valeria Garai, a certified yoga instructor, this session is designed to help participants reconnect with their body, breath, and awareness through a gentle and accessible practice. Valeria will guide attendees through foundational yoga techniques, including asana (postures) and pranayama (breath practices), creating a smooth transition from physical preparation to meditation and stillness.
The session begins by preparing the body and breath through a very gentle practice of asana and pranayama. Asana helps create steadiness and ease in the body, while pranayama refines the breath and gradually calms the nervous system, preparing the mind to turn inward.
As B.K.S. Iyengar wrote:
“The practice of yoga is to remove the obstacles that prevent us from seeing clearly.”
Through this progression—from body, to breath, to awareness—meditation can arise more naturally and effortlessly.
Drawing on the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar and the work of Eyal Shifroni, this morning practice emphasizes preparing the body and mind through appropriate movement and awareness, allowing participants to approach meditation with greater stability, sensitivity, and presence.
This session offers a quiet transition from the energy of the conference into a moment of stillness, helping participants cultivate focus, balance, and mindfulness before the day’s activities begin.
What to Bring / Preparation
Please wear comfortable clothing that allows you to stretch and move with ease.
Yoga mats and chairs will be provided.
Participants may choose to sit on a mat or use a chair during the meditation portion, depending on personal comfort.
Everyone is welcome—no prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Due to limited seating, advance registration is required. Please register in advance to reserve your spot. Availability is limited and will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
About the Instructor
Valeria Garai, https://onewithnatureyoga.com/
Certified Yoga Instructor
Valeria brings her experience and passion for yoga and mindfulness to the IEEE SMC 2026 community. Through guided movement, breath awareness, and meditation, she will help participants create a calm and centered start to their conference day.
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