Yoga Nidra — Basic
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An accessible first taste of Yoga Nidra: a single, unhurried sweep of awareness through the body, a gentle wave of heaviness, and a short pool of rest. A calm place to begin.
Type
nsdr
Best Time
Afternoon, or any time you need to slow down
Duration
15 min
Mode
Guided
Phases
Benefits
NSDR puts your brain into a state similar to sleep while remaining conscious. It is perfectly okay to fall asleep. Your body will get what it needs.
About This Practice
An accessible first taste of Yoga Nidra: a single, unhurried sweep of awareness through the body, a gentle wave of heaviness, and a short pool of rest. A calm place to begin.
Benefits
When to Practice
Afternoon, or any time you need to slow down
How to Practice
Find a warm, quiet place to lie down on your back. A blanket over you and a small cushion under your knees can help you settle. Let your arms rest a little away from your body, palms up. There is nothing to achieve here. Your only task is to listen, and to let the voice guide your attention gently from one place to the next. If your mind wanders, that is completely natural — simply return to the sound of the words. The real rest lives in the silences between the guidance. Let yourself sink into them. It is perfectly fine to drift, and even to doze.
Science & Research
Yoga Nidra is a guided rest practice that has been shared for generations. Many people find that lying still and following a simple body-based focus helps them feel calmer and more settled.