Sleep Meditation: Yoga Nidra To Let Go Of Day

This Yoga Nidra practice helps to gently release the thoughts, emotions, and responsibilities of the day before sleep. This helps to calm your nervous system, quiet a busy mind, and invite deep relaxation, allowing you to transition peacefully from the activity of the day into a restful night of sleep.

Please note: because this practice invites deep relaxation, it is recommended not to listen while driving.

Transcript

Welcome to this sleep meditation. Begin by lying down. Or settling down into a position. That feels restful for you. Allow your body. To soften just a little more. With each breath you take. Now take a slow, Gentle inhale. And along. Easy exhale. And again. Inhale softly. And exhale slowly. Remember this moment. Is just for you. A simple space. Between day and night. And night. And with each breath. Allow the weight of the day. And gently. Pull away. Off your shoulders. Out of your jaw. Behind your eyes. If your mind is busy. That's okay. Imagine your thoughts like clouds. Saw. Drifting by. You don't need to hold on to them. Just notice. And let them pass. And now, Take one more deep breath in. And exhale. Through the mouth this time. Full release. Notice the weight of your body being held. Fully supported. Body surface. Beneath you. You don't need to do anything. Allow the ground. To support you. Soften your belly. And clench your hands. And let your feet. All open and relaxed. And now in this quiet space. Simply rest. You've done enough for today. Allow your breath. To become slower. Shallower. And softer. Let this moment. Be your gentle entry. Into sleep. When you're ready. You can simply drift off. Allowing your awareness. To fade into the background. Goodnight.