Hypno-Sound Bath for YPO MENA at The Lana Hotel: The Future of Leadership and Longevity
A New Kind of Leadership Gathering
This September, the newly opened Lana Hotel in Dubai became the backdrop for an exclusive YPO MENA event centered on longevity, performance, and the science of wellbeing. Hosted in partnership with visionary leaders, the evening brought together top executives and entrepreneurs from across the region to explore how small, intentional practices can transform the way we lead, live, and perform. The event began with a thought-provoking talk by Dr. Elie Abirached, whose expertise in longevity and biohacking set the stage for a new conversation about modern health. His approach was both scientific and grounded, encouraging guests to shift from reactive wellness to proactive, data-informed care.
The Science of Longevity
Dr. Abirached’s keynote focused on tracking biomarkers every three to four months to make informed, measurable decisions about health. He emphasized that true longevity doesn’t rely solely on expensive gadgets; it’s built on consistent rituals:
Optimizing sleep quality through full darkness and cooler bedroom temperatures.
Using tools like Sleep 8 for comprehensive sleep tracking.
Embracing movement and variety in both fitness and nutrition.
Incorporating diverse spices, whole foods, and healthy fats to enhance cellular regeneration.
His message was clear: longevity is a lifestyle, not a luxury. Every small adjustment from lighting to food choices compounds over time to support energy, focus, and emotional balance.
A Demonstration in Stillness
Following Dr. Abirached’s presentation, Letizia Silvestri, founder of Altha and board-certified clinical hypnotherapist, led a 20-minute seated Hypno-Sound Bath™ a live demonstration of how relaxation can immediately shift the body’s physiology. Using only Crystal Tones™ Alchemy Bowls and Tibetan Bowls, the experience invited participants to connect with their breath, drop into presence, and observe how sound frequencies gently recalibrate the nervous system. Within minutes, the energy in the room softened: eyes closed, shoulders dropped, and collective silence filled the space. The goal was not to meditate or “do” anything but to be still enough to let the body remember what balance feels like. As the tones moved through the air, brainwave activity began to slow, shifting from alert beta states to restorative alpha and theta frequencies. This change can enhance focus, lower stress hormones, and boost emotional regulation: all essential traits for sustainable leadership.
The Lana: A New Landmark for Luxury and Wellbeing
The Lana Hotel, part of the Dorchester Collection, represents a new chapter in Dubai’s hospitality landscape: one where luxury and wellbeing coexist effortlessly. From its architecture to its wellness philosophy, the hotel embodies Dubai’s evolving identity as a global destination for both business and renewal. Hosting a wellness-centered leadership gathering in such a space felt symbolic: a reminder that the future of business will be led by those who value presence as much as performance.
Biohacking Beyond Technology
The evening concluded with meaningful conversations between YPO members, bridging science and stillness, performance and presence. Both Dr. Abirached’s talk and the Hypno-Sound Bath™ shared a central message: biohacking doesn’t have to mean technology: it can mean awareness. True longevity starts with noticing how you sleep, breathe, eat, and think. It’s the consistency of mindful rituals — breathwork between meetings, a sound bath at the end of the day, or eating with gratitude that creates resilience from within. In a world where leadership often means speed, this gathering invited reflection: perhaps the next evolution of success lies in stillness, coherence, and inner alignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A. Sound therapy helps regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance focus. By slowing brainwave activity, it promotes clarity, emotional resilience, and better decision-making, vital for high-performance environments. Sound therapy helps regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance focus. By slowing brainwave activity, it promotes clarity, emotional resilience, and better decision-making—vital for high-performance environments.
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A. Corporate sessions are structured for focus and efficiency, often conducted seated or during meetings. They promote calm, cohesion, and presence without requiring a full physical setup.
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A. Sound frequencies activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping the body recover from stress. This improves sleep, focus, and emotional regulation: key for leadership longevity.
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A. Altha curates custom wellness experiences combining sound therapy, hypnosis, and education on stress resilience—ideal for offsites, summits, and leadership development programs across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.