Magdalena Szara is a Regional Director for Body & Brain Yoga and Tai Chi and a dedicated wellness coach with 19 years of experience in holistic health and mind–body training. Born and raised in Poland, she moved to the United States at age 21 to pursue a career in fashion design. After facing significant physical and emotional challenges—including severe digestive issues—she discovered Body & Brain training, which helped her restore her health and transform her life. Inspired by her own recovery, Magdalena committed her career to helping others improve their physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. She leads classes, workshops, and corporate wellness programs across the Chicago area, offering practical tools for stress management, emotional balance, and mindful movement. For the past four years, Magdalena and her team have played a key role in the Chicago Public Schools Staff Wellness Program, supporting one of the largest school districts in the nation. Through mindfulness webinars, in-school movement sessions, and ongoing resilience programs, she has helped thousands of teachers, school nurses, and staff regulate stress, reconnect with themselves, and rebuild emotional and physical well-being. Compassionate, warm, and deeply committed to holistic wellness, Magdalena empowers individuals and communities to create healthier, more balanced, and more fulfilling lives.