Episodes
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
This practice is created in the spirit of Pesach/Passover, a Jewish holiday that symbolizes liberation, renewal, release, and the journey from bondage to ultimate freedom.
We all have our personal shackles--whether it's negative thinking, unhealthy consumption, overworking, excessive screen time, limiting beliefs, etc. The journey to freedom requires an honest encounter with yourself and your highest purpose--this is your kavanah or sankapla. Sojourning through the vast spaciousness of the desert, where there are no external distractions, you can find stillness in the mind.
Yeonmi Park writes: "We all have our own deserts. That may not be the same as my desert, but we all have to cross them to find a purpose in life and be free."
By leading the layers of consciousness into the alpha, theta, and delta brainwave states, this journey delves deep into exploring the connections between body and mind, inviting access your personal reservoirs of freedom and courage. In this space of deeper consciousness, your personal becoming can begin to crystallize.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe, ready to experience a release from the shackles of the body and mind.
Intention Setting: Setting your intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A comprehensive body scan
Breath Awareness: Calming breathing practice
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A exploration of vivid imagery inviting you to practice non-attachment while experiencing all levels of awareness-imagination, emotions, sensations, and memory associations
Return to your intention: Calling in the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it integrate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and take your yoga nidra practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
Music from Emuna Beams: Song of the Eagle (loop) by R' Lazer Brody
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YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
This Yoga Nidra episode welcomes the new moon of the month of Nisan in the Hebrew lunar calendar, which carries the energy of nurturing beginnings and growth.
In connecting this new moon phase, we concentrate on nurturing your hopes and dreams through intention setting, (called Kavanah in Hebrew or Sankalpa in Sanskrit), which is the heart of the Yoga Nidra practice. By planting your intention at the beginning of practice and harvesting it at the end, you can alter deep unconscious patterns, steering your life in the direction of your choosing.
As you follow this Yoga Nidra journey, you'll explore various states of consciousness from body to breath, mind, deep wisdom intelligence, and soul.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need. You may use a light blanket, pillow, eye mask, or bolster under your knees if you wish.
Intention Setting: Setting intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A comprehensive body scan
Breath Awareness: Conscious breathing practice
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A exploration of vivid imagery inviting you to practice non-attachment while experiencing all levels of awareness-imagination, emotions, sensations, and memory associations
Return to your intention: Calling in the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it resonate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and take your yoga nidra practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music by Into Samadhi: Never-ending Nebula
Check more ethereal soundscapes by Into Samadhi@ https://intosamadhi.com
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In a state of confusion and suffering, it may be difficult to feel joy. Psychologists teach us that the most difficult emotion to have is --not anger, or fear, or sadness--its actually joy. Joy is the most difficult emotion. Why??? Because something will always rain on the parade-- thoughts along the lines of "I shouldn't feel so good" or "this happy state is only temporary." And yet, joy is not exclusive of other emotions. Simple joy is at the heart of your very existence underneath the layers of other feelings, thoughts, and stories.
Our sages teach us that "the greatest happiness in the world is the resolution of doubts" (Metzudas David, Mishlei 15:30). When we are pulled in opposite directions by our feelings, thoughts, environment, or culture, life can be filled with doubts and confusion. When we provide a pause to the cognitive brain and disconnect from the sensory channels through practicing Yoga Nidra, we can connect to the source of consciousness where polarities and doubts dissolve into the bliss of simple unified being.
This healing practice of Yoga Nidra for deep rest is created in the spirit of the upcoming Jewish holiday, Purim, and coincides with the Spring Equinox. By embracing life's paradoxes and polarities with curiosity and acceptance, this Yoga Nidra journey carries you towards integrating your polarities, trusting in the inherent goodness of the universe, and celebrating our interconnected experience.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need. You may use a light blanket, pillow, eye mask, or bolster under your knees if you wish.
Intention Setting: Setting intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A detailed journey through the body
Breath Awareness: Alternate nostril breathing practice
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A exploration of vivid imagery inviting you to practice non-attachment while experiencing all levels of awareness-imagination, emotions, sensations, and memory associations
Return to your intention: Calling in the intention set earlier in the practice and letting it resonate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state
Outro
As you emerge from this revitalizing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music from Pixabay: Strawberry Candy Meditation
Feel free to reach out. I'd love to connect with you!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
When the heart is open, the soul can shine. The practice of Yoga Nidra invites you to go beyond the surface level analytical brain to the subterranean centers of deeper innate intelligence, accessing a space of healing between the realms of sleep and wakefulness.
In this session, you are invited into a state of deep rest, opening the heart to wholeness and forgiveness, and harmonizing the mind, body, heart, and spirit.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need. You may use a light blanket, pillow, eye mask, or bolster under your knees if you wish.
Intention Setting: Setting intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A detailed journey through the body, connecting peripheries to the heart center
Breath Awareness: Breath awareness
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A exploration of vivid imagery inviting you to practice non-attachment while experiencing all levels of awareness-imagination, emotions, sensations, and memory associations
Return to your intention: Calling in the intention set earlier in the practice and letting it resonate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state
Outro
As you emerge from this revitalizing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music from Pixabay Healing Forest Light_Music
Feel free to reach out. I'd love to connect with you!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In this episode are joined by Yoga Teacher and Health Coach Malky Rosenfeld to discuss ......yoga nidra (how did you guess??)
More specifically our conversation focused on the details of why rest is important and the practicalities of how to get the necessary rest in today's busy, overextended modern life. Malky Rosenfeld has been teaching yoga for over 25 years while also running a successful Wellness Coaching practice. She is very knowledgeable on many topics and has a great sense of humor. I always learn something new from her and I hope you will too!
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga Podcast for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Feel free to reach out!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
Here is where to find Malky Rosenfeld:
https://www.kosheryoga.co
https://www.bewell613.com
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
If you are needing some time to rest and recharge your energies, to feel more vibrantly alive, this practice is for you. When you close your eyes and turn your awareness inward without external distractions, you can learn about who you really are outside your worldly identities, jobs, and roles as you dance through the depths of your consciousness.
This practice immerses you into a serene space hovering between sleep and wakefulness, fostering a deep state of relaxation for both mind and body. Along the way, you’ll be guided through a complete body scan, integration of polarities, vivid visualizations, and calling in your truest intention. Enjoy the revitalizing effects you create through this practice as you return to your day, energized, recharged, and clear.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need. You may use a light blanket, pillow, eye mask, or bolster under your knees if you wish.
Intention Setting: Setting intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A detailed journey through the body, bringing awareness and relaxation throughout
Breath Awareness: Breath awareness
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A exploration of vivid imagery inviting you to practice non-attachment while experiencing all levels of awareness-imagination, emotions, sensations, and memory associations
Return to your intention: Calling in the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Surfacing back to the ordinary waking state
Outro
As you emerge from this revitalizing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music from Pixabay: Light of Hope
Feel free to reach out. I'd love to connect with you!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In this episode, we are joined by the radiant nurse coach Rachel Dick, RN, HWNC-BC for a dynamic conversation sharing our personal Yoga Nidra stories and exploring how Yoga Nidra and writing can be used as complimentary tools for unlocking creativity and your authentic voice.
Rachel is a registered nurse and board certified holistic coach on a mission to support her clients’ healing journey through the power of creativity. In 2022, she gave life to “Heal the Write Way”, an interactive workshop geared to helping people discover their voice and become skilled storytellers. She coaches clients in both a group and individual setting, helping them heal from their past, create confidence in their lives, and express themselves authentically.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga Podcast for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Feel free to reach out!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Rachel Dick:
Link to book a 1 hour consultation for Heal the Write Way https://p.bttr.to/3Jj8qNC
https://www.racheldickcoaching.com/
https://www.facebook.com/RachelDickPlonka
https://www.instagram.com/nursecoachrachel/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/racheldick/
https://twitter.com/ANurseRachel
https://youtube.com/@racheldickcoaching4731
Facebook Group: Nurses Who Write
https://www.facebook.com/groups/676574950479886
Link to purchase The Artists Way
https://amzn.to/3OhImGX
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
Feeling safe is an inside job. By guiding you into a state of deep relaxation between sleep and wakefulness, this Yoga Nidra practice takes you on an immersive journey toward inner safety and benevolent resourcing.
You will be guided through body scanning, breathing techniques, and restorative visualizations designed to edit unconscious patterns and limiting beliefs positively. This serves to cultivate a sense of ease and resourcefulness from within, regardless of external circumstances.
Navigating through an ecosystem of visualization, sensation, emotions, thoughts, imagination, and memories invites positive changes in our unconscious patterns. This practice empowers you towards deep tranquility, meeting your internal resources in a magnificent visual palace, and benefiting both physical and mental well-being.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need. You may use a light blanket, pillow, eye mask, or bolster under your knees if you wish.
Intention Setting: Setting intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the body, bringing awareness and relaxation throughout
Breath Awareness: Breathing calm
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings to train yourself to RESPOND instead of REACTING to prompting stimuli
Visualization: A vivid exploration of imagery inviting you to meet your inner resources in a space of your mind's creation
Return to your intention: Integrating the resources and intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transitioning back to the ordinary waking state
Outro
As you emerge from this rejuvenating experience, I invite you to share your reflections.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music from Pixabay: Biaural Beats
Feel free to reach out!
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Email: [email protected]
May you be peaceful and safe!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
This week's earthy journey is designed for reconnection with yourself, promoting deep relaxation and healing from within. Drawing inspiration from the upcoming holiday of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish new year of the trees, we'll embark on a journey that mirrors the transitional state of trees between sleep and awakening.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need
Intention Setting: Planting the seeds for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the body, bringing awareness and relaxation from the extremities to the center
Breath Awareness: Reconnecting to the breath
Awareness of polarities: Experience and integrate opposite feelings
Visualization: A vivid exploration of earthy imagery inviting you to connect with nature's wisdom and healing energy.
Return to your intention: Irrigating the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transitioning back to the normal waking state
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
As you emerge from this rejuvenating experience, I invite you to share your reflections.
Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more transformative journeys, and remember, the roots of your being hold the key to blossoming into your true self. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—your insights might inspire others on their journey to self-discovery.
Music from Pixabay: Deep Calm by Onetent
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Do Something Good
If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, here are a few links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you continue growing downward and upward, inward and outward beautifully in all directions!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake (or fall asleep) When the body and mind can truly relax and let go of tension, healing begins to happen. This short nighttime practice is created to guide you from the distractions of the day into the mindful state between sleep and wakefulness, preparing your consciousness to cross the threshold into deep, restorative sleep.
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back in a quiet space with all the supports you need
Intention Setting: Set your intention for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting deeper awareness and relaxation.
Awareness without attachment: Observing your experience from the vantage point of the witness
Return to your intention: Integrating the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings or drift off to sleep
Outro
Music by Pixabay
Do Something Good
If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, below is a link to a list of vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be safe in your surroundings and safe within yourself. And may we see more peaceful days soon. Wishing you pleasant dreams!
Ruthie
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay AwakeIn a world filled with distraction, finding moments of genuine presence becomes a compass for navigating the ebb and flow of modern life. In this episode, you are invited you to explore your mindscape through the imagery of a mandala. As a visual representation of life's intricate patterns, the mandala becomes a guide for focused exploration, allowing you to reconnect with your core. Through the practice of concentration during yoga nidra, you are guided to navigate the complexity and simplicity within, finding your truth and clarity at the center.
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back in a quiet, darkened room where you would like to rest
Intention Setting: Bring to mind your intention for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Breath Awareness: Spiral breathing for increased connection
Awareness of opposites: Practice training your mind to generate and integrate opposite somatic and emotional experiences
Visualization: A parade of visual imagery to facilitate exploration of your mindscape on all levels
Return to your intention: Integrating the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Do Something Good
If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, below is a link to a list of vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be safe in your surroundings and safe within yourself. And may we see more peaceful days soon.
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
As we approach the end of 2023, these are the shortest and darkest days of the year in the northern hemisphere. If you're feeling the need for some warmth, encouragement, and light at this time, this is the practice for you.
This practice is created to nurture the fire element to generate warmth and bring out your inner light. By traversing the layers of consciousness through yoga nidra, you can progressively quiet the analytical mind and arrive at a place of stillness and unconscious wisdom. Here your true light is found. This light has always been there and can never be extinguished, no matter how much debris has piled over it. In this practice, you are invited to begin clearing away through the cognitive and emotional debris to make space for your light to glow more radiantly.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back where you would like to rest
Intention Setting: Set your intention for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Breath Awareness: Breathwork to generate warmth
Visualization: A series of vivid images with a focus on balancing the fire element as you move awareness through 8 energetic centers in the body
Return to your intention: Integrating the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Do Something Good
If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, here are a few links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Free mental health support for people affected by the war:
Mental Healthcare for Israel - Empowermh (causematch.com)
Equipment for medical first responders:
United Hatzalah: Israel is at War | The Chesed Fund
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be feel good and shine your light brightly!
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake
Some days you might not have the time for a long yoga nidra practice. On busy days, when you're more likely to have stress and be short on time, any amount of yoga nidra time is a tonic on the nervous system.
This short 12-minute practice is perfect for busy days when you don't have 60 or 30 or even 20 minutes to take a break. This mini-practice condenses the essential elements of yoga nidra into a nutshell, so you get all the main ingredients of a longer practice in less time.
This practice is also a great way to relax before going to sleep.
Also if you are new to yoga nidra and a longer practice might feel like jumping off the deep end, this short episode, can be a great starting point get your feet in the water.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back where you would like to rest
Intention Setting: Bring to mind your intention for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Breath Awareness and visualization: Breathe and float on the ocean
Return to your intention: Integrating the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Do Something Good
If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, here are a few links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Free mental health support for people affected by the war:
Mental Healthcare for Israel - Empowermh (causematch.com)
Equipment for medical first responders:
United Hatzalah: Israel is at War | The Chesed Fund
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be safe in your surroundings and safe within yourself. And may we see more peaceful days soon.
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Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close your eyes and stay awake...
This episode brings you into a live yoga nidra group practice that took place in Israel last week. Many people in the region (and outside of it) have been affected by the war. This practice intended to provide a break from all the stress and intensity to soothe the nerves, to rest, to just pause and breathe. Going through traumatic times is never easy. But it does feel better to go through these times together as a community than all alone. Wherever you are in the world and whatever struggles you may have, know that you are not alone. You are invited to join your friends in Israel for this healing yoga nidra practice.
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back in a quiet, darkened room where you would like to rest
Intention Setting: Bring to mind your intention for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Breath Awareness: Mindful breathwork for increased connection
Visualization: A series of meaningful phrases to be visualized in detail and experienced on multiple levels
Return to your intention: Returning to the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Do Something GoodIf your heart feels compelled to extend your practice to help out families and communities in Israel who are impacted by the war, but you're not sure where to donate, here are some links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Free mental health support for people affected by the war:
Mental Healthcare for Israel - Empowermh (causematch.com)
Equipment for medical first responders:
United Hatzalah: Israel is at War | The Chesed Fund
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be safe and feel good,
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Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close your eyes and stay awake...
This is a special episode, we integrate elements of Brainspotting into the traditional Yoga Nidra practice, exploring the profound connections between inner experiences, gaze awareness, and the natural healing capacities of the brain. Weaving together mindfulness, visualization, and Brainspotting techniques we set the stage for organic, non-invasive nervous system repair and self-healing.
What is Brainspotting, you may be wondering?
It is a method developed by psychologist David Grand that involves the identification of brainspots, points in the visual field that are linked to specific emotions or topics of distress, which are used as portals to unlock and process unresolved distress. To quote David Grand, “Where you look affects how you feel.” During the process you are invited to explore the connection between your gaze and inner experiences, allowing the brain's natural healing capacities to emerge.
Please keep in mind that this meditative journey is not a replacement for a standard Brainspotting session with a therapist who is attuned to your moment-to-moment cues and the nuances of your unique situation. Yes, this session is designed to be therapeutic, but it is NOT therapy. Rather, this is a Brainspotting-inspired Yoga Nidra session. To experience traditional Brainspotting therapy, you are encouraged to seek out a therapist trained in this modality.
So find a quiet space, lie down, and let's dive into the healing synergy of Yoga Nidra and Brainspotting!
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back in a quiet, darkened room where you would like to rest
Intention Setting: Bring to mind your Intention for today’s practice...
Inner Resource: Resource brainspot
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Gaze Awareness: Gaze exploration for increased connection
Visualization: A series of vivid images to be visualized in detail and experienced on multiple levels
Brainspot engagement: Connecting gaze to emotion to support organic self-healing
Heartfelt Desire & Intention: Returning to the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Music from Pixaby: "Deep Binaural Meditation" by MapaMusic
Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and support will help this podcast evolve and will help me continue creating more Yoga Nidra journeys for you and others.
Do Something GoodIf your heart feels compelled to help out families and communities in Israel who are impacted by the war, but you're not sure where to donate, here are some links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need.
Free mental health support for people affected by the war:
Mental Healthcare for Israel - Empowermh (causematch.com)
Equipment for first responders:
United Hatzalah: Israel is at War | The Chesed Fund
Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)
May you be safe and feel good,
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Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close your eyes and stay awake... (or fall asleep for this episode)
During times of unrest, sleep may be elusive. If you would like to relax and drift off to sleep, this guided journey is for you. By slowly brining your awareness inward and moving through the layers of consciousness, you can begin to let go of the worries and tensions that may be keeping you awake, thus allowing sleep to arrive. During waking hours, your brain and body are like a busy market. The hours of sleep is when all the debris from the day can be cleaned up, all the inventory sorted, and restocked for the next day. By activating deeper brainwaves during Yoga Nidra practice, you are creating an island in time for your body, mind, and soul to release debris, repair, and restore your resources for the next day. Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Lie down on your back in a quiet, darkened room where you would like to rest
Senses Wide Open: Bring attention to your senses……
Intention Setting: Bring to mind your Intention for today’s practice...
Inner Resource: Now think of your inner resource…… it could be an image, a memory, an object, a person, or a place where you feel safe…
Rotation of Consciousness: A journey through the different parts of the body, promoting body awareness and relaxation.
Breath Awareness: Breathing exercises and counting down to deepen relaxation
Awareness of Opposites: Shifting awareness between contrasting sensations for integration opposite experiences
Visualization: A series of vivid images to be visualized in detail and experienced on multiple levels
Heartfelt Desire & Intention: Returning to the intention set earlier in the practice
Externalization: Transition back to external surroundings
Closing: The practice of yoga nidra is now complete
Outro
Music by Pixaby
Do Something GoodIf your heart feels compelled to help out families and communities in Israel who are impacted by the war, but you're not sure where to donate, here are some links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need. Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)Emergency Campaign Swords of Iron 2023 | Lema'an Achai (lemaanachai.org)
May you rest safely, peacefully, and soundly.
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake
When children have a hard time falling asleep, this soothing yoga nidra journey can help. No matter how old you are, this short journey is filled with creative imagery and simple language to help kids relax and drift off to dreamland.
Listeners of all ages are invited to close their eyes and journey together to the magical land of yoga nidra....
Licensed Background music by AshamaLuevMusic: "Soothing" from SoundCloud
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay AwakeIn these times of global uncertainty, this episode is dedicated to anyone grappling with anxiety, fear, and challenges--whether it's the current world events or personal struggles that life presents. Through reconnecting with yourself in these moments of uncertainty, you can find solace, even amidst chaos. The calming practice of Yoga Nidra offers a sanctuary of peace and healing energy for the mind, body, and soul. By practicing together, we create a space for the nervous system to deeply rest and heal from the accumulations of collective and personal stress. If your heart feels compelled to help out the impacted families and communities in Israel but you're not sure where to donate, here are some links to vetted reliable charity resources, where your contribution will go directly to those in need. Donating for Israel (giveisrael.org)Emergency Campaign Swords of Iron 2023 | Lema'an Achai (lemaanachai.org)Adopt a Town: Yerucham (causematch.com) May you be safe in your surroundings and safe within yourself. And may we see more peaceful days soon.
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake
Sometimes we get preoccupied with what we don't have and forget to give thanks for all the blessings we do have. The Jewish sage Ben Zoma says: "Who is wealthy? He who is happy with his portion." (Pirkei Avot 3:5).
This meditative practice is all about finding gratitude within and appreciating the goodness that is found in every corner of daily life, especially the little things we often take for granted. From the beautiful & bountiful world around us to the intricate world within, there is so much that is going right in every moment and so much to be grateful for!
So, whether you're filled with gratitude already or feeling kind of down and need something to lift your spirits, this episode is for you. From my heart to yours...
Optional post-practice integration ideas:
* Make a list of at least 10 specific things you are grateful for today.
* Share with someone how much you appreciate them. Be specific.
* Choose an ordinary object that makes your life better (for example keys) and learn about its story.
*Look for fortunate coincidences (hashgacha pratis) as you go throughout your day
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NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
By Ruthie Ayzenberg
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake
This practice is a bit different from the other ones, as we take a detour from the traditional body scan and instead travel around a circuit of 12 meridian channels using breath and mindful focus.
According to Chinese medicine, the meridians are pathways through which energy (Chi) flows. In Judaism, the word for life is Chai, which refers to the vital life force in all living beings. In yoga, these pathways are called nadis through which the life force Prana flows. Perhaps, Chi, Chai, and Prana all refer to the same basic life force.
Each meridian has multiple acupuncture points along its path and is associated with specific organs. When energy flows easily through the meridians, we can feel healthy, energized, and balanced. However, when there are obstructions or blockages, we might not feel so great.
By following the meridian pathways within the yoga nidra framework, you can observe on a subtle level how your energy is circulating and allow rebalancing to happen organically where needed.
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