đŞˇOrigin
An Indian Swami from the Bihar School of Yoga in India developed this from the ancient tantric technique of Nyasa in the 1960âs. He discovered knowledge gained from senses and without a sensory medium allows access to the mind in a deep state of potentiality.
đ´ Definition
Guided yogic meditation technique of deep relaxation that probes inwards and develops inner awareness. State of dynamic or psychic â yogic sleepâ. It is the Fifth Limb of Yoga: Pratyahara - translated as withdrawal of the mind from the senses.
đ§ How It Works
Releases physical (muscular) and mental (emotional) tension by entering state between wakefulness and deep sleep called hypnagogic state. By minimizing sensory input, it releases emotional content held in limbic system, memories, subconscious thoughts, and self-limiting beliefs.
đđ˝ Preparation for Practice
Traditionally done resting in shavasana (corpse pose) but can be done seated if unable to lie down. Approximately 30 mins for 8 stages but 4 essential stages can be done in 20 minutes for a shorter practice.
đ Benefits
Improves sleep, 1 hour of yoga nidra = 4 hours of sleep
Regulates energy, increases productivity
Improves physical health, balances nervous system
Decreases sensory perception of pain
Enhances intuition and self-awareness
Enhances focus, concentration, memory retention
Reduces stress and negative emotions
Deepens will power
Reshapes personality, transforms behavior
Mental purification from negative thought patterns
Restructures brain, reorganizes mind and mental pathways
đ Research shows it is helpful for pain, insomnia, anxiety, heart disease,
drug addiction, and especially during pregnancy for relaxed birth.
đ Links
Resource: Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati, published by Bihar School of Yoga in 1976.
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