Words Tina Chantrey
Yoga nidra is an ancient and powerful meditation technique that guides you through the four stages of consciousness; beta, alpha, theta and delta –using sensing, breath work and visualisation.
“The practice is not only calming and relaxing as it stimulates the ‘rest and digest’ branch of the nervous system, but it’s also restorative and healing,” says Allison Marlowe, a yoga nidra practitioner. “Benefits can be physical, mental and physiological including greater clarity, focus, calmness, improved sleep, increased dopamine and a strengthened immune system.” Recent studies on this ancient practice show positive results in stabilising blood sugar levels.