Yoga Nidra & Beyond | Ayla Nova

Removing the mask is an opportunity to align with your highest self. Out of protection and survival we often have to present ourselves in a way that does not always speak to who we truly are on a deeper level. Some of the masks are required at times but when worn for too long can cause burn out, fatigue, stress and anxiety. In yoga nidra, you will move through the layers of your being, calming you...

Change is constant. Are you ready to let go of old patterns? Habits? Can you feel a resistance? Deep rest is an opportunity to be still and be at peace with all that is. Yoga Nidra is an opportunity to release the resistance so you can radically accept what you want, and even don't want, to see. In Yoga Nidra meditation you move through the layers of your being, calming the nervous system into a s...

Healing is not linear, it is a balance between doing and being. NSDR and Yoga Nidra supports healing in a gentle and non striving way by inviting the body to rest into the present moment. Between stillness, scanning the body, and long exhale breath work the nervous system becomes disarmed allowing for the subconscious mind to become more receptive to your most desired self. The self which can rele...

When in doubt, give thanks. Express gratitude and appreciation. Then, watch it transform your day, your week, maybe even your year. It is so easy to get caught up in destination thinking or a would/should/could mindset that we forget to take a deep breath to realize we are doing pretty alright... even when we think we aren't. Take a moment to sense your whole self fill up with gratitude in this 40...

Ruminating thoughts? Negative self talk? Expectations? It's okay to let go. This does not necessarily mean that these thoughts will go away. However, when we practice yoga nidra we allow ourselves to become an observer of our experience without judgement and these judgements perpetuate the beliefs that are hold us back. Return to the present moment and you will discover your self as a whole and co...

Move into the awareness of your inner alignment by becoming still with the practice of yoga nidra, a form of non sleep deep rest. The more you practice the more you become in tune with your inner self and restore your body and mind to homeostasis. In the practice, you will declare your sankalpa(a strong heart-felt desire, wish, prayer). Following your sankalpa, you will be guided through a body sc...

Love and Acceptance is an inside job... in this practice you are invited to experience your whole self. As you move through the five koshas (layers of your being) you plant your sankapla (seed of intention) deep into the rich soil of your subconscious mind. From here you can begin to truly embrace every part of yourself. Thank you for being here. Subscribe (and Receive Alerts) for more Yoga Nidra...

Now, is the time for sleep. Take a deep breath in and a deep breath out. Settle into your sacred space, making yourself really comfortable and begin to enjoy the amazing benefits of yoga Nidra. As you sleep you will heal your body and mind with no effort, releasing tension and all of your worries. Subscribe and Receive Alerts for more Yoga Nidra & Beyond Click Here ----- https://www.youtube.co...

Feeling anxious? Looking for a way to relax? You are not alone... Everything seems to be moving at a much faster pace these days, making it more difficult to feel on top of all of the expectations. Work, relationships, family, friends, social media, self care, they are always in the balance. When we start to leg on our mental fitness and forget to priorities our body's wellness... it leads us to f...

Have you been feeling fatigued, burnt out, with ruminating thoughts weighing you down? You are likely needing to get in touch with your breath and your body. Reset your nervous system in 25 minutes by utilizing the physiological sigh paired with yoga nidra. This combination helps to relax your whole body and when you can relax the body the mind will follow. In this short 25 minute nidra, you will...

Deep rest and relaxation is one of the most productive ways to release stress in the body and mind. When our plate is seemingly full, it can be very difficult to make ourselves a priority. The practice of yoga Nidra allows us to reset the nervous system which can be overwhelmed when we are constantly on the go-go-go. It also assists in recharging your battery. It is said that 45 minutes of yoga Ni...

I know... it's really hard. All of the thoughts, the pressures, the pain, the heartache. All you want to do is sleep and for the stress, anxiety, insomnia and suffering to go away. But there you are... tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling, thinking about all the things you could be getting done, that should have happened, how it would have been. The truth of it all, is that in this moment,...

~Ready to unlock your heart? In this yoga nidra practice you are invited to set yourself free as you move through all of the koshas. Expand the space within your heart to unlock your deepest desires. You have the ability to realize the how full you truly are when you set in to the deep healing vibration on the heart!~ ~ yoga nidra ~ guided meditation ~ yogic sleep ~ heart chakra healing ~ open hea...

Are you struggling with being present? Often we search for relief everywhere except the source, within. Take an opportunity now to experience your safe space within. In this 10 minute reality shifting guided meditation, you will be invited to create a safe space where you can connect to a new refreshing perspective. It is when we are stuck in low level inner dialogue that we forget about the power...

Yoga Nidra has the ability to create radical and profound transformation. In this short 10 minute video, we will cover and explain eleven(11) benefits of the practice. Whether you have landed on the video for self actualization, deep relaxation, sleep, overall wellbeing, or by happenstance, there is something here for you to discover! 00:13 Intro 00:38 Benefits of Yoga Nidra 00:42 Replenishing Res...

Tired of feeling sick and tired? Add Yoga Nidra to your your self care or anxiety/stress management tool box and begin to feel yourself transform after each practice! This 20 minute Yoga Nidra brings deep healing rest. Practices like Yoga Nidra and meditation help those who struggle with stress, anxiety, difficulty falling asleep and can be used to calm the nervous system allowing one to move into...

How to live life more intentionally... Yoga Nidra invites you to choose harmony in your inner world and the more you practice… the stronger your capacity to witness becomes. In this 45 minute Nidra, you will be asked to declare a sankalpa/heartfelt desire/ wish/ prayer that will help guide you to a more intentional lifestyle. This practice may seem simple but there will be uncomfortable moments. I...

//'Kintsugi' is the Japanese Art of repairing broken pottery with gold filling. This artistic expression teaches us, when we repair our broken pieces, beauty is welcome to the process. Take this time now to embrace your whole experience and trusting you will come out of it even more refined and golden when you come out. //Prepare for Yoga Nidra with pillows, blankets, blosters, props and possibly...

Dealing with stress and anxiety? Have you tried Yoga Nidra?! If not, this is the practice you have been waiting for. It is as simple as taking a moment out of your day for complete rest and stillness. Balance all of your 'doing' by BEING at rest. By resting with full awareness, you can rewrite the programming that has held you back from really embracing life in the moment. You are your own healer!...

Have you been busy ruminating over the past or worrying about the future? There is no better time than the present to reset yourself! You are invited, now, to calm your mind. Today, many of us suffer from stress or anxiety which most often deprives us of the rest we innately need. When we hurry through life we lose the essence of harmony which is, of course, a balancing act between our 'doing' and...

~ Introduction to Yoga Nidra & Beyond ~ We are not immune from getting into uncomfortable or difficult situations and when we do, what happens? Do we re-act, diving back into repeated patterns? or do we respond from a place of grounded self awareness? Well, unfortunately, due to external factors, we can be programmed to live out a life that does not align with our deepest desires. Yoga Nidra,...