yoga nidra

Yoga Nidra, or yoganidrasana in Sanskrit, translates to "Yogic Sleep Pose" or "Yogic Sleep." Nidra takes the practice of yoga outside of the physical asana shape, which typically looks similar to that of a Savasana posture. In a Yoga asana class-asana being the physical practice of yoga-you typically end in Savasana, a final meditation. The posture requires you to recline on your back with your legs extended and arms by your side. While you will likely recline down on your back in a similar manner to practice Nidra, the technique thrives as an entire practice in and of itself. You do not need to practice asanas, such as downward facing dog, prior to a Nidra session.

With Nidra, you can build your personal practice within the comfort of your own home and remain in a position that is comfortable for you throughout your journey. No need to sit up perfectly straight and stay in stillness despite aching to move; in fact, Nidra encourages comfort and will subtly shift your focus away from your physical body so that remaining in stillness is easier than ever.

One of the essential truths about yoga and Yoga Nidra is the idea that these practices don't give you anything you don't have already. Rather, they help you remove the layers that conceal your fundamental wholeness, a wholeness that has always been and will always be.

This book includes:

• What is Yoga Nidra
• History of Yoga Nidra
• Benefits of Yoga Nidra
• Setting an Intention and Sankalpa
• All the Steps of Yoga Nidra Technique

And much more