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Jun 2025
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WITH MUSIC - Restful Yoga Nidra for Calm...

Optimal Living Daily Yoga Nidra
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In this episode, we explore the transformative power of Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) and Yoga Nidra, two deeply restorative practices that help calm the mind, relax the body, and enhance overall well-being. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, improve focus, or enhance sleep quality, these techniques offer a profound way to recharge without actually sleepi ... Show More
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When stress runs long, cortisol stays elevated well past the moment that caused it. This Yoga Nidra practice shifts you into a parasympathetic state, where breathing slows, the body stands down, and stress hormones begin to clear. You will finish settled rather than merely distra ... Show More
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