Are you ready to become a Nidra/NSDR Guide? Join Ayla Nova's Yoga Nidra Teacher Training to deepen your practice and expand your teaching skills. Imagine releasing years of stress, breaking free from old patterns, and uncovering a version of yourself you’ve only dreamed of. The Peace in Rest Program is your pathway to achieving this. This unique experience combines Nova Nidra for Living (personal transformation) with Nova Nidra for Leading (heart-led empowerment). Whether you’re here to heal, gr...
Jan 31, 2025•43 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Unlock the profound connection between your mind, body, and inner wisdom through the transformative practices of somatics and yoga nidra. In this video, Ayla Nova and Matthew Cooke explore how somatic experiencing and the koshas (the five layers of being) can help you recover from burnout, regulate your nervous system, and rediscover the wisdom that resides within your body. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7UeRXQEL_QY 🌟 What You'll Learn in This Episode • The basics of somatics and its role ...
Jan 08, 2025•56 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY TEN | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Inner Light | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Unlock the power of your inner self and discover a deeper sense of calm and clarity with Yoga Nidra. This ancient practice combines deep relaxation, meditation, and visualization to help you tap into your inner light and unlock your full potential. In this session, you will be guided through a transformative Yoga Nidra experience, allowing you to quiet the mind, relax the body, and connect with your ...
Jan 01, 2025•20 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY NINE | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Mental Clarity | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Feeling foggy? Try this yoga nidra practice to clear your mind and restore mental clarity. NSDR is a powerful tool to help you feel rested and rejuvenated! Become a member of the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:55 Prepare 01:50 Physiological ...
Dec 20, 2024•20 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY EIGHT | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Emotional Rest | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join us for Day Eight of our Emotional Reset with Yoga Nidra series. This session is all about rest and restoration, perfect for those looking to improve their mental health and manage trauma or PTSD. Tune in and experience the benefits of this powerful practice. Become a member of the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a l...
Dec 19, 2024•20 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY SEVEN | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Access Joy | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:44 Prepare 01:50 Physiological Sigh 02:44 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Discover equanimity • Honour your body • Restore your nervous system 🔄 When to Practice • Upon waking • After exercisi...
Dec 18, 2024•20 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY SIX | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Self Love Through Deep Reflection in 20 Minutes | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:33 Prepare 01:33 Physiological Sigh 02:15 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Uncover your inner beauty • Radical Acceptance • Restore your nervous system 🔄 When to Practice...
Dec 17, 2024•20 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY FIVE | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Balance | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:30 Prepare 01:15 Physiological Sigh 01:50 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Discover equanimity • Honour your body • Restore your nervous system 🔄 When to Practice • Upon waking • After exercising •...
Dec 16, 2024•20 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY FOUR | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Complete Calm | 20 Minute | Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:40 Prepare 01:40 Physiological Sigh 02:15 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Taking time to discover an oasis within • Discover an ocean of calm • Restore your nervous system 🔄 When to Practice...
Dec 15, 2024•20 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY THREE | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Complete Calm | 20 Minute Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:33 Prepare 01:33 Physiological Sigh 02:05 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Achoring into deep rest • Resting in the peaceful mountains • Rewiring your brain for complete calmness 🔄 When to Pra...
Dec 14, 2024•20 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY TWO | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Mental Stillness | 20 Minute Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:35 Prepare 01:30 Physiological Sigh 02:10 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Relief from your busy mind • Connecting to the present moment • Discovering peace through your day/night 🔄 When to P...
Dec 13, 2024•20 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast ⬇️ DAY ONE | Rest & Restore Series | Learn More ⬇️ Deep Inner Peace | 20 Minute Yoga Nidra/NSDR Join the Nova Nidra Community Today by signing up for the newsletter at www.aylanova.com Here, you will connect with a like-minded, supportive community that values deep rest. 00:12 Introduction 00:33 Prepare 01:40 Physiological Sigh 02:25 The Practice Begins Now 🌙 Session Focus • Embracing the present moment • Connecting to your breath • Visualizing deep inner peace 🔄 When to Practice • Upon wa...
Dec 12, 2024•20 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the 108th session of Yoga Nidra & Beyond. Today's session offers a sacred journey into the liminal space between wakefulness and dreaming, where unity and completeness touch the soul.108 is revered across many traditions, embodying the infinite cycle of existence. To celebrate this moment, I, Ayla Nova, would like to extend a special invitation to you! Starting December 12th, join us for the '10-day Rest & Restore | Nova Nidra Series . Designed to soothe your nervous system in...
Dec 08, 2024•51 min•Ep 108•Transcript available on Metacast Join Ayla Nova in a profound dialogue with Krishna-Trevor Oswalt, the visionary artist behind East Forest. In this exclusive interview, we delve into the transformative power of his project, "Music for Mushrooms," and explore how his unique soundscapes foster deep introspection and healing. East Forest combines elements of ambient, neoclassical, electronic, and avant-pop to create a sonic journey that guides listeners through their inner landscapes, promoting mindfulness and spiritual awakening....
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to our transformative session of Nova Nidra, guided by Ayla Nova. This ancient practice of Yoga Nidra or 'yogic sleep' allows us to delve deeply into relaxation while maintaining a trace of awareness. Understanding Cutting Cords: Historically, the practice of cutting cords stems from various spiritual traditions, where it is used to sever energetic ties that bind us to past experiences or relationships that no longer serve our highest good. These ties are thought to impact our emotional ...
Sep 19, 2024•56 min•Ep 107•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to this transformative Yoga Nidra session with Ayla Nova, where we embrace deep rest and explore the realm of the subconscious to bring you closer to As the ancient wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita reminds us, "You have the right to perform your prescribed duty, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions" (Chapter 2, Verse 47). This teaching resonates deeply, inviting us to engage in actions with love and presence without attachment to outcomes. In today’s practice, we journey int...
Aug 01, 2024•56 min•Ep 106•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a special Yoga Nidra session with Ayla Nova, designed to unblock the limiting beliefs holding you back from your full potential. This practice, also known as NSDR (non-sleep deep rest), is a powerful tool for clearing mental clutter and achieving tranquillity through the ancient art of yogic sleep. "Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." - Carl Jung Yoga Nidra session will help you: • Clear pathways that block you from expanding • Diminish stress and mental exhaustion •...
Jul 04, 2024•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kPhJPokdZo8 I am sharing some important updates about our journey together on this channel. As many of you know, my passion for Yoga Nidra extends beyond our practice sessions. It encompasses a deep commitment to exploring how these practices can profoundly affect our well-being, especially concerning the nervous system and how we process stress, anxiety and unresolved trauma. To honour this commitment and ensure the program is both impactful and informed, I ha...
May 30, 2024•18 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Experience the ultimate Yoga Nidra session designed to help you achieve deep, restorative sleep. This session takes you on a journey to unwind, relax, and release tension, allowing you to tap into your subconscious and find a place of inner peace. Let go of the day's worries and prepare your mind and body for a rejuvenating night's sleep with this powerful practice. Press play and say goodbye to sleepless nights as you dive into the world of Yoga Nidra for a truly restful slumber. "Almost everyt...
May 23, 2024•40 min•Ep 104•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a specialized Yoga Nidra session guided by Ayla Nova, meticulously crafted to ease your mind and nurture a state of calm awareness. This session, often called NSDR (non-sleep deep rest) in Andrew Huberman's science-supported work, is a potent method for anyone seeking to alleviate mental clutter and overthinking and foster a tranquil mind through the timeless practice of yogic sleep. This practice has been proven to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive functio...
May 16, 2024•50 min•Ep 103•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a transformative Yoga Nidra session guided by Ayla Nova. This session is designed to lead you into a state of deep relaxation and peaceful sleep. This practice, also known as NSDR (non-sleep deep rest), is a powerful tool for those looking to manage stress, anxiety, and insomnia through the ancient art of yogic sleep. In this session, Ayla Nova gently guides you through a soothing Yoga Nidra practice, allowing you to experience a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping. Ide...
May 08, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a transformative Yoga Nidra session designed to help you release patterns of self-sabotage and embrace a more empowered version of yourself. In this guided meditation, we'll explore the subconscious mind, identifying and dissolving the barriers that keep you from reaching your full potential. 🌟 What to Expect: • A brief introduction to self-sabotage and its impact on our lives. • A 30-minute guided Yoga Nidra meditation to deeply relax the body and access the subconscious. • Techniqu...
May 02, 2024•31 min•Ep 101•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a Yoga Nidra session designed to promote complete health and wellness . In this guided practice, Ayla Nova will lead you through a soothing Yoga Nidra that addresses the whole being—body, mind, and spirit. This ancient technique, often referred to as "yogic sleep," deeply relaxes the nervous system, aids in reducing stress and anxiety, and supports the healing of chronic pain and insomnia. Whether you seek holistic healing, deep rest or relaxation, this practice is tailored to encoura...
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you seeking a peaceful night's rest? This yoga nidra session is designed to soothe your nervous system, fostering a deep calm that prepares you for rejuvenating sleep. Thank you for voting! I am so grateful you chose this one! If this was not your topic of choice, don't worry! I will have Yoga Nidra sessions on the other topics soon! Until then, join me, Ayla Nova, as I guide you through a gentle journey into relaxation to harmonize your inner state and promote tranquillity within your mind,...
Apr 17, 2024•56 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a special Yoga Nidra session dedicated to enhancing relationships, connection, understanding, and compassion within and around us. Gentle guidance will lead you into a state of relaxation and reflection. This session offers a unique opportunity to explore the quality of your relationships with partners, family, and friends. By turning our awareness inward, we confront and observe the barriers to love and connection without judgment, understanding their roots and recognizing how they m...
Apr 11, 2024•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Whether you're navigating the challenges of substance abuse, technology dependency, food-related struggles, or other forms of addiction, this Yoga Nidra session is designed to support you on your healing journey. Join Ayla Nova in this healing practice and discover compassionate understanding inspired by the insightful teachings of Dr. Gabor Maté. Together, we'll explore the multifaceted nature of addiction—acknowledging it as a reaction to underlying pain, longing, or unmet needs—rather than vi...
Apr 04, 2024•40 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to this session of deep internal validation. This session is a gentle journey back to yourself where you can discover your well of inner peace and acceptance. Journey inward to reconnect your self-esteem and ignite self-worth. "Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyway." Glennon Doyle 00:00 Introduction 00:12 Welcoming Words from Ayla Nova 02:00 Preparing for Yoga Nidra 03:00 The Yoga Nidra Practice Begins 🌙 Our session focuses on: • Healing your heart • Radical self-accept...
Mar 27, 2024•49 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast Join me, Ayla Nova, on a restful journey through the practice of Yoga Nidra; together, we dive into the depths of stillness and peace for a deep restorative sleep. Drawing from the wisdom of Lao Tzu, we're reminded that a quiet mind unveils the universe's secrets, offering a path to deep rest and self-discovery. As you lay down, align your body and turn your attention inward to anchor you in the present. This session explores the inner self, a guided journey through the body that encourages ever...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast This is a Yoga Nidra session dedicated to those navigating the challenges of chronic pain. As we gently align our bodies and open our hearts, we begin a journey of acceptance and healing. This practice focuses on recovery, offering a space where pain and discomfort are acknowledged with compassion and transformed into gateways for deep healing. Through guided relaxation, breath awareness, and visualization, we create an environment that supports the easing of physical tension. Here, in the embra...
Mar 14, 2024•53 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast This particular practice offers solace and sanctuary to those navigating through the dark nights of the soul. Whether you're grappling with the shadows of hard times, wrestling with depression, or simply seeking a moment of peace in a turbulent world, Yoga Nidra offers a doorway into the calmness we seek within. It’s a gentle yet powerful practice that teaches us to welcome all parts of ourselves with compassion and understanding, creating a foundation for radical self-acceptance and healing. In...
Mar 07, 2024•57 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast 
