Yoga Nidra has been used for centuries as a technique for encouraging a deep sense of inner peace and stillness within the body & the mind. It is often referred to as sleeping yoga, as students gain many of the benefits of a calming yoga practice whilst lying down in Shavasana! It is often said that 20mins of Yoga Nidra is equivalent to hours of sleep!
Unlike many forms of meditation that are hard to focus on for any length of time, Yoga Nidra guides you through a gentle relaxation of every muscle in your body whilst the mind is slowly stilled and brought into alignment with the gentle rhythm of the breath. From this peaceful state of total presence we are realigned with our higher selves and brought to a place of healing & manifesting, where we can go about consciously creating the lives that we desire.
During Yoga Nidra we will work with the energetic body behind the physical by connecting with the subtle energies of the chakras, developing sensitivity to the prana, kundalini or lifeforce within us. It is perfect for anyone who wants to reduce the stress in their lives, connect back in with their true self and find peace within their lives. It is also a wonderful tool for healing and for anyone who wants to gain the benefits of yoga but cannot participate in an active asana practice.