You know that moment just before falling asleep? That feeling of deep relaxation with a slight trace of awareness? That's what I'm reminded of when I practice Yoga Nidra. Nidra is a Sanskrit term for sleep. Yoga Nidra, or yogic sleep, refers to a restorative state of consciousness residing between wakefulness and sleep. While there are different ways to access yogic sleep, the most common is through guided relaxation. Imagine a yoga class that heads directly to final rest. [...]
