This guided Yoga Nidra practice will help you feel calm, rested and relaxed. It’s a lovely practice to do in the evening to help prepare the body for sleep. You can practice anytime you want to feel more rested.
Yoga nidra is a practice of yogic sleep that guides you to a deeply relaxed state between waking and sleep. It’s a powerful and nourishing practice for the body and mind. It’s said that 30 minutes nidra is equivalent to 2 hours sleep.
During the practice, try to stay awake by listening to the sound of my voice. You will be asked to move your awareness to your body, to emotions and images. Try not to concentrate too intensely as this may hold you back you from relaxing. If your mind becomes busy with thoughts or worries, just come back to the sound of my voice.
To start your practice:
Come to lie on your back, legs out stretched or with the knees slightly bent and supported. Make sure that you are warm enough and that your position is one that will be comfortable for the duration of the practice. It is best that you remain still during Yoga Nidra so that both your body and brain have a chance to fully relax, however if you become uncomfortable, please feel free to change position. Allow your eyes to close and keep them closed until the practice has ended.
