Yoga Nidra (Final Relaxation)

Yoga Nidra is a deeply restorative part of my yoga practice that I usually guide at the end of each session. Due to many requests, I’ve now recorded it as a standalone meditation so you can return to it anytime you need rest, reset, or deep relaxation.

This practice can be done seated or lying down. Simply allow your body to soften, your breath to guide you, and gently settle into a state of calm awareness as you are guided into stillness.

Yoga Nidra, often referred to as “yogic sleep,” supports the body in entering a deeply relaxed state while the mind remains aware; a powerful space for healing and restoration.
Regular practice of Yoga Nidra can support:
• Deep nervous system relaxation
• Reduced stress and anxiety
• Improved sleep quality
• Emotional balance and regulation
• Enhanced focus and mental clarity
• Access to subconscious healing states

Allow yourself to fully receive this time; there is nothing to do, nowhere to go, just rest.

Transcript

Namaste, Welcome to the final relaxation, Also known as yoga netra. I'd like to invite you to make yourself comfortable, Either lying down or sitting. Then once you make yourself comfortable, Allow yourself to relax into your breath. And as I give your body two instructions, You may want to repeat those two instructions in your mind so that your body receives four in total. Two out loud from me and two from your own mind. By the end of it, Your body will be hopefully so relaxed and will have released all the stress. And if you find that you may wander off or even perhaps fall asleep a little bit, That's absolutely fine. My toes, I relax my stomach, My chest, And my shoulders. And my wrists and wrists, I relax my neck and my eyes, My eyes, My neck, My liver, My lungs, My liver. I relax my entire body, Breathing. And my thoughts, My body, Breathing. Inhale deeply, Gently wiggle your fingers and your toes, Bringing the energy and the awareness back to your body. Interlock your fingers behind your head, Give yourself a lovely stretch. Feel all the tension releasing throughout your body. Flex your toes, Point them. And if you're lying down, Roll over to the right, Take your time, Come to a cross-legged seated position. And if you're sitting, Then gently just rub your palms together, Making them nice and warm. Cup them in front of your eyes. Thank your body for today's regenerating practice.