Yoga Nidra For Healing Chronic Pain

Chronic pain often contributes to poor sleep, which unfortunately can beget worse pain. We know that rest is integral to alleviating pain. Yoga Nidra is a tool that brings restoration, healing, and relaxation even in the absence of sleep itself. We will move through standard yoga nidra practices (rotation of consciousness, body scan, alteration of sensation, and more) in addition to the heart of this meditation: somatic connection with the pain itself. Connecting with discomfort through a lens of relaxation and curiosity, rather than anxiety or fear, helps shift the pain sensation itself. I recommend working with this meditation nightly to encourage restoration, relaxation, and healing. It can however be done at any time of the day. A gentle tongue drum will accompany your Yoga Nidra experience.

Music: Mindfulness Handpan Tongue Drum Peaceful Mind Meditation by Dani Stob