Meditation
Yoga Nidra
by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Yoga Nidra
is a simple, yet profound technique adapted by Swami Satyananda
Saraswati from the traditional tantric practice
of nyasa. It induces deep states of relaxation and is an effective
cure for insomnia and other anxiety disorders. The text explains
the theory of Yoga Nidra in both yogic and
scientific
terms
and
includes
class
transcriptions
of the practice. Many variations of the practice in both long
and short versions are given. It also presents numerous
applications of this versatile technique, which
has
been used
for deep
relaxation, in
stress management and therapy, to enhance the learning process
in education, to harmonize the deeper unconscious, awaken
inner potential, and as a meditative technique. A research
section, which scientifically proves the efficacy of this
practice, is also included. Any teacher who wants ways to
deepen the experience of guided relaxation for their students
and any student who wants to explore the mysteries of the
state between wakefulness and sleep on their own will find
this text invaluable.
This systematic method of inducing complete mental,
emotional and physical relaxation is suitable for all practitioners.
Swami Satyananda Saraswati is the author of the
classic Asana
Pranayama Mudra Bandha, (also available on this site) and other
great yoga gems.
He
is the founder of
the
world reknowned Bihar School of Yoga and is a direct disciple of Swami Sivananda
of Rishikesh. |
