Yoga Nidra is known as “yogic sleep”. Yoga Nidra is a form of deep relaxation, different from a seated meditation, in which it systematically slows down the brain wave frequencies. It is practised laying down and listening to a detailed and specific script thats created to shift consciousness and brain activity, leading to a healing state on a cellular level.
*Please note, this video is intentionally black to create a darkness in your space while listening - you can absolutely drift off to sleep once the video stops playing.
HOW TO:
Dim or completely turn off your lighting.
Lay on your back, either in bed or on your mat. You might use pillows and blankets to make yourself most comfortable.
Hit play on the recording and close your eyes.
Yoga Nidra has been scientifically studied, cited and proven to help with:
Anxiety and depression
Stress reduction
Sleep and insomnia
PTSD
Chronic Pain
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