Yoga Nidra: A Deep Relaxation Technique for Settling in Circle

Show notes

In this episode, Tessa and Julia discussed the technique of Yoga Nidra relaxations within circle time: (see FREE yoga nidra tracks below)

  • Useful settling technique in circle
  • Can be used for all different audiences (e.g. pregnancy, kids, perimenopause, fatigue
  • The participants can lie down or sit for this technique and should be as comfortable as possible
  • The facilitator stays sitting and alert to deliver the nidra - for the training you do not need to be a yoga teacher
  • There are different components in a nidra including body mapping, opposite qualities, setting an intention and themes can run throughout, including visualisations.
  • You can find scripts to read out, but this does not have the same effect as a nidra you have created yourself and are delivering without reading (bullet points are fine as a reminder)
  • Yoga nidras can vary in length and provide a boost to energy
  • Circle facilitation can also support your movement / meditation classes: to check-in without the talking taking over the session, build connections, get feedback about practices and check out before the end of the session

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Music credit: Fabio Venuti

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