Yoga nidra exercises

As we have already mentioned, it is a deep meditation which comes from an ancient tantric practice. First of all, you should know that in this type of yoga your state is fully aware Yes, its objective is for the mind to relax completely and live the external experience through the senses. A physical, mental and emotional relaxation and, with a lot of practice, it is possible to achieve the “nidra” level, which translates into ‘conscious sleep’.

We assure you that it is a very difficult state of meditation to achieve so it is normal that, in the first days, you will not be able to reach the level completely. What we can assure you is that all those who have practiced it say that it is a recommended experience to be able to explore ourselves internally and achieve full relaxation.

Experts in the yoga nidra technique assure that it is a profound transformation that provides a therapeutic and satisfying experience for the body. Furthermore, the main benefits of yoga nidra are the following:

• Calm the mind, reduce stress and raises self-esteem and mood.
• It helps us relax and open our minds to be able to solve the situations or problems of our daily lives. Therefore, it is considered to help make more timely decisions.
• It helps maintain physical, mental and emotional balance in times of personal transition, such as breakups, divorces, menopause, illnesses, etc.

What you should know first is that yoga nidra it’s practiced stretched out on the back on a mat or rug. It is important that you feel comfortable, that nothing bothers you. Open your arms and put your palms facing up, spread your legs and have the insteps of your feet face outwards. Place a cushion under your head, lower back and heels to avoid discomfort as the session progresses.

With the state of relaxation in which you find yourself, you may feel sleepy and it is important that you do not fall asleep. If you notice that you are going to do it breath deeply. This fact can happen especially at the beginning of the practice, as you progress you will be able to control it.

With this type of exercise lowers blood pressure, heart rate and temperature, so it is very important that you dress a little warmly even in summer. Clothing must be comfortable and light and you must take off your shoes. Also keep in mind that the room has to be dark and quiet.

Close your eyes and do not open them throughout the session, visualize the place you are and your position. Relax your body and remain completely still. Observe how you breathe, how your body fills with calm and how with your exhalations you take tensions, negative thoughts and worries out of your body and with your inspirations you fill yourself with relaxation and fullness.

At this point, pay attention to the largest parts of your body and become aware of them. Repeat to yourself positive phrases or something good that has ever happened to you. Fill yourself with that positive thought and spend four or five minutes on it.

To finish, become aware of all the parts of your body again and then visualize the space in which you are again. Little by little your mind will return to total reality but, when you open your eyes, you will notice yourself different, you will notice that you are much more relaxed and how now you can face everything and face again what worries you.

If you notice that there is something in your life that worries you or you are going through a period of stress, at FoxWiki we advise you to practice this new yoga technique. Your body and mind will surely appreciate it and you will feel much better.

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