Hello sweet friend,
I'm grateful you're here.
Welcome to this noontime reset.
In the midst of a busy day,
It's easy to lose connection with your inner calm.
This midday yoga nidra invites you to step away from the noise and reconnect with your breath,
Your body,
And your spirit.
As you take this sure intentional pause,
Know that you are giving yourself the gift of renewal,
A chance to breathe deeply,
Soften tension,
And return to the afternoon feeling refreshed,
Balanced,
And at ease.
Wherever you are,
Settle into a comfortable position.
Gently close your eyes,
Allowing you to turn inward.
Take notice of your breath.
Take a deep breath in for the count of 3,
2,
1.
Pause for a moment.
Now open your mouth and release the breath for 3,
2,
1.
Let's repeat this two more times.
Inhale for 3,
2,
1.
Pause.
Now slowly exhale for 3,
2,
1.
One more time.
Take a deep breath in for 3,
2,
1.
Pause for a moment.
Now release the breath for 3,
2,
1.
Normal breath in.
Normal breath out.
Take a moment and set an intention for this time together.
You are welcome to use your own intention,
Or I invite you to use one of the following,
Whichever one resonates with you today.
At this moment,
I welcome balance and ease into my day,
Or with each breath,
I recharge and renew,
Or simply,
I am centered,
Refreshed,
And at peace.
Again,
I welcome balance and ease into my day,
Or with each breath,
I recharge and renew,
Or simply,
I am centered,
Refreshed,
And at peace.
I welcome balance and ease into my day,
Or with each breath,
I recharge and renew,
Or simply,
I am centered,
Refreshed,
And at peace.
Now bring your awareness to your body resting on the surface beneath you.
Feel the support under your head,
Beneath your shoulders.
Feel your arms resting alongside of your body.
Feel your hands relaxing,
Restoring.
Bring your awareness to the front of your body,
Your chest.
Feel the backside of the body,
Resting,
Embracing this time of stillness.
Feel the thighs,
Ankles,
The arches of the feet,
The bridge of the feet,
The heels of the feet resting,
Resting in stillness.
Recharging themselves for the rest of the day.
Finding restoration during this time of deep rest.
Imagine stepping into a quiet garden,
Tucked away in the heart of the day.
The warm noon sun filters softly through the leaves,
Creating a golden light on the soft grass beneath your feet.
A gentle breeze carries the fresh scent of blooming flowers and cools your skin.
You hear the sound of songbirds singing high above,
And in the distance,
Whispers of a flowing fountain can be heard.
With each breath,
You feel the vibrant energy of nature filling your body,
Soothing you,
And preparing you to re-enter the world renewed and grounded.
Abiding in pure awareness.
Renewed in stillness.
Refreshed in this deep rest.
Now bring back the guiding intention for this practice of deep rest.
I welcome balance and ease into my day.
Or,
With each breath,
I recharge and renew.
I am centered,
Refreshed,
And at peace.
As this restful pause draws to a close,
Gently invite movement back into your body,
Carrying with you the spaciousness and the renewal you've created.
Feel the steadiness in your breath,
The clarity in your mind,
And the ease within your heart.
Whenever you need,
Remember that a simple breath,
A small amount of presence,
Can reset your day.
Inhale two sips in through your nose.
Inhale two sips.
Open your mouth and sigh it out.
When you're ready,
Softly open your eyes and step forward with grace,
Clarity,
And quiet energy.
Enjoy the rest of your day,
Sweet friend.
Until next time,
Just breathe.
