Question 1

What do I wear?

Accepted Answer

It is fine to wear your normal clothes but do wear clothing that is comfortable as any discomfort may prevent you from relaxing fully.

Question 2

Do I need to lie down?

Accepted Answer

Yoga Nidra is traditionally practiced lying down as this is the position in which we normally go to sleep. When lying down, keep the feet slightly wider than hip width apart, keep you arms away from your side, palms facing up and tuck your chin slightly towards your chest so the neck is extended.

Question 3

Can I do the practice sitting up?

Accepted Answer

It is possible to do the practice sitting up in a comfortable chair. Do keep your feet flat on the floor and separated hip width apart so that you are stable in your chair and able to relax fully.

Question 4

What should I expect?

Accepted Answer

You will close your eyes and focus on my voice and the instructions that I give. You may come in and out of the practice and this is absolutely normal as you drop in and out of consciousness. This is how the brain is trained to operate at lower brainwave frequencies.

Question 5

What is the magic of Yoga Nidra?

Accepted Answer

Yoga Nidra works on both a physical and mental level simultaneously. Physically we experience the release of energy and heart opening as the body descends into sleep. Mentally our mind becomes quiet and we are able to observe our thoughts.

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