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Embarking on the Journey of Yoga: A Guest Speaker Session with Sherea Prasad at the Women in Tech Conference

Welcome to our blog readers! In today's post, we're excited to share details of an informative and invigorating yoga session led by the multi-skilled Sherea Prasad at a recent Women in Tech conference.

Not only is Sherea an accomplished electrical engineer turned marketing professional, but also a dedicated yoga practitioner. By sharing her journey, she inspires us to discover a sense of balance and manage conditions such as chronic pain, stress, and anxiety through the practice of yoga. Let's delve into her insights, techniques and how to incorporate them into our lives!

Introduction to the Yoga Session with Sherea Prasad

Sherea Prasad, a notable participant in the tech industry and a compassionate yoga practitioner, engages her audience right off the bat. Regardless of whether attendees were seated at their desks or lounging with their laptops, Sherea emphasizes that this 30-minute session was a personal gift where everyone could relax and unwind.

The Key Takeaway

What was unique about Sherea's presentation was her focus on 'Yin' yoga – a slow-paced, grounding and restorative style that emphasizes stillness and relaxation. Unlike more active styles, Yin Yoga allows for a deeper sense of calm and stress relief. And it's not just about stretching, it helps us to learn more about calming our mind and improving sleep too!

Steps and Techniques for the Practice

The session comprised of different yoga postures (asanas), including child's pose, table-top pose, supported bridge pose, and others. Here is a breakdown of the steps and techniques for each pose:

  1. Grounding and calming: Begin by closing your eyes and focusing on your breath. Attune to the feeling of grounding, being stable and connected to the earth.
  2. Child's pose: This posture helps open up the hips while enabling a good stretch in the lower back. You are encouraged to try different variations of this pose to find what feels best for you.
  3. Wide-legged forward fold: This asana helps relax tight hamstrings and inner thighs, improving spine mobility and flexibility.
  4. Supported bridge pose: This pose offers a quick release for your lower back and can help reduce anxiety.
  5. Final resting pose (Savasana): This final pose is a restorative one, where you simply lie down and focus on your breath, soaking up all the benefits of your practice.

Wrapping up the Session

As the session came to an end, Sherea encouraged everyone to bring a little bit of yoga into their everyday routines. Be it while sitting at your desk, taking a break, or winding down for the day, these practices can help manage stress, alleviate chronic pain, and promote a sense of well-being.

Like many practitioners of yoga, Sherea encourages us to focus not only on the physical but also on the mental and emotional benefits of the practice. This type of approach aims to instil a sense of balance within us all, something that can be particularly essential for women operating in the often stressful tech industry.

Stay Connected & Learn More

Sherea's passion for yoga and her desire to help others navigate through stress and anxiety through this practice is greatly inspiring. You can reach out to her at ShreyaGPrasad.com/Yoga. Grab the opportunity and learn more about her practices or invite her to speak or teach at your event. She is always excited to connect and share more about her journey.

Incorporate these techniques into your lifestyle and discover the transformative power of yoga today!

Final Thoughts…

Yoga moves beyond being just a form of physical exercise. It is a tool to help you find balance, manage stress, and build resilience. No matter where you are in your life or career, yoga can offer an avenue for peace and serenity.


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