Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn 450: Yoga Nidra
Mar 5, 2021
Steve Fazzari, a seasoned Yoga instructor with 15 years of expertise in Yoga Nidra, joins to discuss the myriad physical and emotional benefits of this practice. He explains how Yoga Nidra promotes deep relaxation, affecting brain physiology similarly to deep sleep. The episode highlights optimal session lengths, recommending 15 to 30 minutes for maximum benefit. Listeners learn how to create a peaceful practice environment and experience a visual exercise aimed at fostering inner peace and personal growth.
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Yoga Nidra: Beyond Postures
- Yoga Nidra is often confused with physical yoga postures (asanas).
- It's a form of meditation focused on deep relaxation.
Yoga's True Meaning
- The word "yoga" means union, connecting you to your infinite potential.
- Yoga Nidra is a meditation style within the larger yoga ecosystem.
Yoga Nidra's Power
- Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation, not self-directed, and is done lying down.
- 20 minutes offer benefits equivalent to two hours of deep sleep.