Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+

86. Healing Emotions through Voice Biofeedback with Deepak Chari (53 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... 
 
Join host Ruthie Ayzenberg and guest Deepak Chari for a deep, hopeful conversation about how anxiety, stress, and long-held emotional patterns live in our bodies — and how they can be released. Deepak, an engineer-turned-healer and creator of the Life Transformation Technology Program, explains how advanced voice biofeedback listens to the subconscious intelligence in your voice to uncover ancestral, prenatal, and childhood imprints that shape confidence, relationships, and wellbeing.
This episode covers Deepak’s personal story, why he moved from engineering into emotional healing, and the four phases that form emotional imprints. Ruthie and Deepak walk through concrete case studies and outcomes as Deepak explains his stepwise approach and how the work meets each person where they are. The episode also includes practical tools you can use right away to downregulate your nervous system. This episode connects voice-based biofeedback to the inward, restorative work of yoga nidra and offers immediate tools plus a clear pathway for deeper transformation.
Who this episode is for: listeners struggling with anxiety, social anxiety, burnout, insomnia, feeling unseen or unheard, or people who keep repeating negative relationship or confidence patterns. 
 
Deepak's bio:
Deepak Chari helps women and men release hidden emotional blocks from stress, anxiety, and past emotional experiences with an Advanced Voice Biofeedback Technology—so they can feel calm, confident, empowered and free!
He is the co-founder of the Chari Center of Health, an Engineer & Certified Biofeedback Specialist and the creator of his Life Transformation Technology™ Program with Advanced Voice Biofeedback to promote emotional healing, mental clarity and peak performance.
 
Here is where to find Deepak:
Website: www.fastanxietyhelp.com. 
Deepak offers a complimentary 15-minute consultation to map a personalized program.
Gift link of the pdf of 2 techniques Deepak shared in this podcast that you can do right now to help yourself in the moment of any emotional challenge.
www.fastanxietyhelp.com/tips
 
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Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
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85. Heart-Swaddling Meditation: Soothe Your Heart (20 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
 "Only the heart knows how to heal the heart." Rebbe Nachman of Bresslev
This Yoga Nidra episode designed with gentle presence to cradle and soothe a weary heart for anyone carrying heavy emotions.
The session moves through gentle breathwork and a progressive relaxation that softens the body and invites you to access your heart’s innate wisdom through a nurturing heart-swaddling visualization followed by a soothing sound activation. Through this practice, you are invited to create the conditions for mending and tending to your precious heart and all that it holds. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease.
Body Scan: Fall into relaxation with a short guided body scan 
Heart Swaddling: Swaddle your heart in a sheath of nurturing light or soft cloth
Sound activation: Experience a soothing heart-centered sound vibration practice followed by music
Intention/Prayer/Manifestation: Allow an intention, prayer, or manifestation that resonates with your heart and soul to arise for you from this practice. 
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state and integrate the practice 
Background Music: Healing Frequency by Natures Eye from Pixabay
Music for Sleep, Song of the Sea, Astria Lyrioth from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Website: www.mentalfitnesstherapy.org
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 
#Stressrelease
#YogaNidra
#JewishMeditation
#HeartCenterHealing

84. New Moms Need Rest Too: Birth & Postpartum Mental Health with Shaina Hammer (49 mins)

 
NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... 
In this episode, I am delighted to chat with Shaina Hammer, a birth doula and licensed clinical social worker, about what it really means to prepare for birth and postpartum in a way that supports your nervous system, mental health, and optimizes your rest.
We explore how practices like yoga nidra, meditation, hypnobirthing and self-care can help you feel more grounded during pregnancy, support early labor, and ease the transition into postpartum. Shaina shares thoughtful insights from both the therapy room and the birth space, including how postpartum depression can go unnoticed, how birth trauma can be gently healed, and why having compassionate, nonjudgmental support can make such a difference.
Whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, supporting a loved one, or working in the birth or mental health world, this episode offers grounded wisdom, practical tools, and a sense of being deeply understood.
 
Shaina's bio:
Shaina is a birth doula and mental health professional, who works with women through a deeply holistic, mind–body approach to birth and motherhood. She teaches conscious and mindfulness-based birthing classes that draw from hypnobirthing, meditation, and somatic awareness, helping parents prepare for birth as a full human experience—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Her work emphasizes how the mind plays a powerful and specific role in birth, and how awareness, intention, and presence can shape the experience. In addition to birth preparation, she supports mothers after birth through a variety of healing modalities, including compassionate care for those processing birth trauma, creating space for integration, grounding, and restoration in the postpartum period.
 
Here is where to find Shaina:
Instagram: @shainahammerdoula_lmsw
Email: consciousbirthingclass@gmail.com
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out: 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
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 May you be peaceful and safe! 

83. Short Brain Wrap Meditation: Soothe the Restless Mind (10 min)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
Whether you are struggling with loud, spiraling thoughts or feeling anxious and overwhelmed, this session offers a peaceful retreat for your mind.
Here are guided to meet your mind exactly where it is and show care for your mind by experiencing a calming practice to release tension and embrace a state of inner peace.
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease.
Body Scan: Fall into relaxation with a guided body scan 
Brainwrapping: Swaddle your brain in a sheath of nurturing light
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state and integrate the practice 
Background Music: Mind Relaxation by Light Music, Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Website: www.mentalfitnesstherapy.org
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 
#Stressrelease
#Yoga
#JewishMeditation

82. Somatic Practices & Nervous System Healing with Anastacia Ribas (49 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode we sit down with Anastasia Ribas — a certified somatic coach, yoga therapist, and embodiment educator — to explore how slowing down and listening to the body supports nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, and deep rest. Anastasia shares her personal journey from chronic pain to somatic healing and explains how somatic practices can move people out of survival patterns like shutdown, people‑pleasing, and dissociation towards regulation and increased feelings of safety.
This is a warm, practical conversation that blends science and somatic wisdom, ideal for anyone struggling with sleep, anxiety, chronic stress, or disconnection who wants concrete practices for coming back to presence, safety, and embodied regulation. Enjoy! 
 
Anastacia's bio:
Anastacia Ribas is a certified Somatic Coach, Yoga Therapist, and Embodiment Educator with over 10 years in the wellbeing field. Her work bridges nervous system science, trauma-informed practices, and embodied psychology to help people move from survival patterns to regulation, agency, and meaningful connection. She specializes in nervous system regulation, trauma-informed somatic coaching, and mindful movement for stress, shutdown, and the fawn response. Through online mentorships, retreats, and group programs, she supports individuals, to slow down, reconnect with their bodies, and reclaim presence in their everyday lives.
 
Here is where to find Anastacia:
AnastasiaSomatics.com
 Instagram: @Anastacia_Somatics
Retreat in January 2026:  
In‑person retreat at Casa Mikoko (Umm al Quwain, UAE). See website and IG for info. 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out: 
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Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
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81. Yoga Nidra Sleep on Long Winter Nights: Descent into Hidden Light (2 hours)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This is an extended Yoga Nidra practice created to support your restfulness on long winter nights.  In the spirit of Hannukah and the month of Kislev, this Yoga Nidra practice gently guides you to relax into the stillness of darkness, where you can find your soul's hidden light. Whether you are struggling insomnia, a busy mind, or simply want to transition to sleep from a state of mindful relaxation, this practice is here to accompany you. An hour of guided relaxation is followed by an hour of ambient delta-wave music to support your descent into safe, restorative sleep.
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease resting on your back or in the posture of your choice.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a relaxing body scan focusing on each part of your body to shift further into a state of deep healing rest. 
Breath Awareness: Deepen your restful state through conscious contact with the energetic layer of your breath. 
Experience Polarities: Train your body and mind to contain opposite experiences at the same time
Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness experiencing therapeutic guided imagery in the theme of the season
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being and encode throughout your body.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state. Reconnect with your surroundings to integrate the practice into your daily life and embrace the essence of this season. 
Background Music:  Deep Sleep Induction Pink Noise Delta Waves, by Nature's Eye from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
#yoga nidra #rain meditation #emotional healing #Jewish mindfulness #deep rest #mental clarity #calm #guided relaxation #stress relief #sleep meditation
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 

80. How Meditation Heals with Uri Kelman (56 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode, I'm honored to speak with Uri Kelman, a meditation teacher and guide. Uri, originally from LA and now living in Israel, shares how meditation and breathwork became his lifeline during a difficult divorce and how those practices helped him reconnect to himself, his spirituality, and his sense of joy. In our conversation, we discuss meditation for beginners, mindfulness, the chakras and the kabbalistic sefirot, spirituality, healing and living intuitively.  Whether you’ve ever felt lost, anxious, or stuck in the middle of a life shift or simply curious to learn more about meditation, this episode is for you.
 
Uri's bio:
Uri Kelman is a meditation guide, spiritual practitioner, and father of four who weaves together wisdom from Buddhism, Taoism, Kabbalah, and Jewish tradition. His work is rooted in presence, emotional honesty, and the practice of opening the heart. Uri draws from his own journey of healing, including meditation, breathwork, and reflective practice, to support others in reconnecting with gratitude and clarity. He believes that spirituality is not about escaping life, but about learning to meet each moment with awareness and compassion. Through guided practices and heartfelt reflections, Uri invites others to slow down, release what no longer serves them, and trust the natural unfolding of life. His teachings are grounded, relatable, and shaped by a deep respect for both ancient traditions and modern experiences of growth, love, and loss.
 
Here is where to find Uri:
Instagram: http://instagram.com/urikelman/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/urikelman
Insight Timer: https://insig.ht/f0TwBuQERXb
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@urikelman
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
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 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

79. Aroma-Guided Yoga Nidra: Fragrance of the Soul (41 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This Yoga Nidra practice is centered on aromatherapy, a full body scan, and a short kavana (intention) to move you between wakefulness and sleep. The episode emphasizes preparing a quiet, comfortable space, engaging with meaningful scents, and sensing the "spaces between" the body to invite deep rest and renewal.
Rooted in the month of Cheshvan’s theme of stillness, the practice offers simple integration ideas—journaling, pausing throughout the day, and noticing aromas—and closes with guided return steps and resources to continue your practice. 
To prepare for this practice, choose a pleasant and meaningful aroma to interact with throughout. You may diffuse essential oil, burn incense or herbs, light a scented candle, use a scented eye pillow, or anything else you enjoy. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Set up your space before practicing with all the props you need, such as a blanket and pillow. Choose an aroma to bring with you to this practice. You may diffuse essential oil, burn incense or herbs, light a scented candle, use a scented eye pillow, or have nearby something pleasant and meaningful that you can smell.  Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease resting on your back or in the posture of your choice.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a relaxing body scan focusing on each part of your body to shift further into a state of deep healing rest. 
Breath Awareness: Deepen your restful state through aroma-guided breathing. 
Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness experiencing guided imagery connected to the sense of smell and its memory associations
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it permeate and encode throughout your body.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state. Reconnect with your surroundings and receive ideas to integrate this practice into your daily life.  
Background Music:  "A Meditation Flying in a Dream" by Ashot Danielyan from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
#yoga nidra #jewishmeditation #cheshvan #emotional healing #Jewish mindfulness #deep rest #mentalclarity #calm #guided relaxation #stressrelief #essentialoils #aromatherapy
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 

78.The Soul & Science of Aromatherapy Healing with Chana Frazin (52 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Chana Frazin, a certified aromatherapist, Essential Emotions Coach, and founder of The Oil For Me. 
In this conversation, we dive into the overlap of scent and soul from the mystical dimensions of smell to the neuroscience to practical applications and healing.  Chana unpacks how aroma can carry prayer, memory, and subtle healing, and why this season transitioning into winter is perfect for inviting scent into your routines.
We also explore blending aromatherapy with yoga nidra and other mindful practices. I hope you enjoy this friendly conversation about how scent can be a daily ally for healing, presence, and possibility.
 
Chana's bio:
Chana Frazin lives in the Golan Heights with her family, where she enjoys walking in nature. Chana is a certified Aromatherapist and Essential Emotions Coach. Chana loves teaching women how to use essential oils in their own homes for long-term natural healing. Chana makes natural creams and remedies from diaper cream to menopause treatments & everything in-between. Chana has a deep and passionate relationship with the oils, and is often referred to as “the Oil Whisperer.”  Chana teaches workshops around Israel and online.
 
Here is where to find Chana:
Chana Frazin Essential Oils: New 5 Week Aromatherapy Training Course starting in January 2026:  https://theoilforme.com/sacred-scents/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/theoilforme/
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg
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77. Yoga Nidra Rain Meditation for a Better Day: Clearing the Cloudy Mind (38 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
When the mind feels foggy or weighed down, this guided Yoga Nidra rain meditation offers space to clear the clouds and reconnect with inner light. Rooted in Jewish mindfulness and the rhythms of the rainy season, this practice invites gentle rest, emotional release, and renewal of faith.
As you lie down and follow the layers of your consciousness, allow yourself to let go of stress, plant new possibilities within your mind, and receive the abundant blessings of the rainy season. The ambient background of rain invites you to wash away tension and relax into healing rest. 
This soothing practice is ideal for moments of overwhelm, seasonal sadness, mental fog, fatigue, or when you simply need to begin again. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease resting on your back or in the posture of your choice.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a relaxing body scan focusing on each part of your body to shift further into a state of deep healing rest. 
Breath Awareness: Deepen your restful state through conscious contact with the energetic layer of your breath. 
Experience Polarities: Train your body and mind to contain opposite feelings at the same time
Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness experiencing therapeutic guided imagery in the theme of the season
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being and encode throughout your body.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state. Reconnect with your surroundings to integrate the practice into your daily life and embrace the essence of this season. 
Background Music:  "Light Rain Ambient" by Sounds for You from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
#yoga nidra #rain meditation #emotional healing #Jewish mindfulness #deep rest #mental clarity #calm #guided relaxation #stress relief #rainy day meditation
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 

76. Sukkot Yoga Nidra for Divine Trust: Rest in the Shelter of Impermanence (51 min)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
This gentle Yoga Nidra practice is created for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, inviting you to rest within the temporary shelter of your own being, release fears, and cultivate trust and healing.
This episode includes guided breathwork, a body scan mapped to Sukkot symbols, visualization of a personal shelter, exploration of contrasting feelings, and the setting and reaffirmation of a personal intention (kavana). Suitable for rest, reflection, and spiritual restoration during the holiday season. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease, ready to embark on this journey of introspection and spiritual awareness. 
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a comprehensive body scan in the spirit of this season by focusing on each part of your body to rotate your consciousness into a state of deep healing rest. 
Experience Polarities: Train your body and mind to contain opposite feelings at the same time
Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness experiencing guided imagery
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being and encode throughout your body.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state. Reconnect with your surroundings to integrate the practice into your daily life and embrace the essence of this season. 
Background Music:  Soft Ambient Modular Meditation by Nature's Eye from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 

75. Herbs, Plant Intelligence & Yoga Nidra Healing with David Crow (69 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode, I'm honored to speak with David Crowe, a seasoned acupuncturist and herbalist, about how deep rest practices like yoga nidra, body-based meditation, and botanical medicine work together to retrain the nervous system and support lasting healing.
We deep dive into the practice of yoga nidra and discuss practical integration—simple herb-and-mindfulness routines for home—cautions around entheogens and trauma, and resources for continuing practice and study.
 
David's bio:
David Crow, L.Ac., graduated from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1984; he is a California state licensed acupuncturist and nationally certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He has been a clinician, consultant, researcher and educator for over 40 years, and is an expert in Chinese, Tibetan, Ayurvedic and Western herbal medicine.David was one of the first Westerners to train and be licensed in Chinese medicine, and one of the few to study Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine in traditional internships in Nepal and India; he was also one of the first medical pioneers to use essential oils and aromatherapy in clinical practice, and to integrate these diverse modalities into comprehensive treatments.David has operated several clinics, including a practice in Kathmandu serving the Tibetan and Nepalese communities as well as international travelers, and practices in California in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Monterey, and in Ashland, Oregon. David currently serves people from all over the world through his telemedicine practice.
David is a passionate medical researcher and educator of state-of-the-art herbal medicine, and an authority on the safe uses of herbs and essential oils. He avoids the popular trends of market-driven internet medicine and relies instead on documented research and traditional ethnobotanical wisdom and methods.David works in numerous herbal cultivation projects, including as the co-founder of The Learning Garden at Venice High School in Los Angeles, one of the first and oldest school gardens in the country.
As an esteemed leader in the herbal and aromatherapy industry for more than 30 years, David has established unique access to the highest quality sources of products for his patients.
 
Here is where to find David:
Website:
https://www.crowconsultations.com
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
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Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
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74. Elul Tishrei Yoga Nidra for Compassion: Through Five Gates (50 min)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This soothing meditation is designed to awaken compassion within yourself and for the world around you during the Elul and Tishrei in the Jewish calendar. This healing rest journey is specifically created for the days leading up to the high holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.  This session invites you to lie down in a comfortable space and connect deeply with your breath, encouraging relaxation and introspection.
Drawing inspiration from Rabbi Avraham Joshua Heschel's teachings, this practice encourages you to release judgment and embrace a state of compassionate witnessing.
Throughout the practice, you'll journey through the five gateways of consciousness, culminating in a transcendent experience of unity in the field of compassion. This episode offers a chance to plant an intention-- a special kavanah-- and let it resonate deeply within you. 
Listen in and allow yourself to be enveloped in the warmth of compassion.
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease, ready to embark on this journey of introspection and spiritual awareness. 
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a thorough body scan by focusing on each part of your body to rotate your consciousness into a state of deep healing rest. 
Breath Awareness: Practice guided breathwork to connect with your compassionate heart
Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness experiencing vivid guided imagery
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being and guide you towards spiritual elevation and self-realization.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state, bringing with you the tranquility and insights gained from this practice. Reconnect with your surroundings to integrate the peace and clarity into your daily life and embrace the essence of this season. 
Background Music:  "The Inner Calling" from Music of Wisdom by Narek Mirzaei
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 

73. The Science & Spirituality of Mind Training: Conversation with Ravinder Taylor (67 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode, we meet with mind science researcher and interfaith minister Ravinder Taylor to explore the meeting point between science and spirituality. Drawing from decades of work in hypnosis, subconscious reprogramming, and research-based mind training, Ravinder shares insights on how practices like Yoga Nidra and hypnosis can access deep states of awareness for healing and transformation. She discusses the role of subconscious beliefs, the power of affirmations, the placebo effect, and her own recovery from rheumatoid arthritis. This conversation offers both practical tools and philosophical reflections for anyone seeking personal growth, self-empowerment, and a deeper connection to truth.
 
Ravinder's bio:
For the past 30+ years, Ravinder has been researching and analyzing self-help modalities. She has utilized her learning in thousands of interactions with individuals seeking guidance for breaking through blocks to success in their lives. Many have praised her insights and reported great success when following her recommendations. Ravinder is president of Progressive Awareness Research, Inc., and the co-author of over 200 personal motivation audio programs and two books, Motivational Nudges to Empower Your Life and Peripheral Perception via Subliminal Stimuli. Her latest book, Mind Training: The Science of Self-Empowerment, draws upon over 200 independent scientific studies to create a self-help curriculum that has been lauded by professors at prestigious universities. Ravinder is a frequent guest on radio and podcast shows, including George Noory's Coast to Coast AM that has a weekly audience of nearly 3 million. Ravinder has a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology (University College of Wales, Aberystwyth) and is an ordained interdenominational minister. She has also completed a three-year training course in hypnotherapy at the National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy in the U.K.
 
Here is where to find Ravinder:
Website: https://ravindertaylor.com/
Mind Training: https://www.innertalk-store.com/
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

72. Yoga Nidra Brain Wrapping to Quiet the Mind (17 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
If your mind is too busy, or you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, ruminating, or restless--this short soothing nidra meditation is for you. Likewise, if the inside of your head feels tense or needs some care and calming, you're in the right place.  In this soothing practice you are guided in gingerly wrapping your brain with gentleness and nurturance. 
This meditation also has a light kabbalistic overlay with a focus on the upper energetic centers (sefirot) of Keter (Crown), Chochma (Insight), and Bina (Understanding) in the head. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease.
Body Scan: Fall into relaxation with a guided body scan 
Brainwrapping: Show some TLC for your brain by wrapping it in a cocoon of warm light
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state and integrate the practice 
Background Music: Mind Relaxation by Light Music, Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 
#Brainwrapping
#YogaNidra
#JewishMeditation

71. Sound Healing & Yoga Nidra: Conversation with Lani Levi (65 mins)

 
NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In this episode, we sit down with resonant and multifaceted sound healer, Lani Levi of Jerusalem to explore the intersection of sound healing and Yoga Nidra.  This episode dives into how sound healing can help us navigate through uncertain times by facilitating deeper self-exploration and emotional release. Lani shares her personal path and the unique ways in which she combines sound healing with other modalities to create a space of rest, digest, and profound release.
The discussion also explores intriguing questions around sound and its resonant power on the nervous system, and how different frequencies can regulate and reset our bodies. We explore the connection between sound healing and Yoga Nidra, discussing brain wave states and how sound can penetrate deeply to promote restful states of the unconscious mind.
 Lani also treats us to a powerful inner sound healing somatic exercise that integrates sound and body awareness, as a tool to manage anxiety and tension. You are invited to join this journey of inner peace, gaining insights into how sound can become a powerful ally in the quest for self-understanding and holistic well-being.
 
Lani's Bio:
Lani Levi is a multifaceted creative and helper, blending her talents as a graphic designer, painter, singer-songwriter, sound healer, and transformational coach. With a deep passion for art and music, Lani crafts visual and auditory experiences that inspire, uplift, ground, and encourage deeper self-exploration. As we navigate uncertain and unstable times, Lani believes this is an opportunity to dive deeper, discovering what we are genuinely seeking as humans; through our pain and disconnection, we come to a deeper yearning for something new. Through her work, she guides others on transformative journeys, helping them connect with their true selves, embrace their unique path, and enter into a space of prayer. Lani emphasizes the need for spaces where we can show up as we are, with all that we are carrying, and allow our bodies to release the intense energy. Whether it's through her soulful melodies or sound bathing sessions, Lani's mission is to empower others to meet themselves wherever they truly are and bring compassion, love, and prayer to their lives.
 
Here is where to find Lani:
Instagram: @Levitemusic
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

70. Av Yoga Nidra for Hearing Deeply: Healing Sound Visualization & Emotional Attunement (47 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This episode is part of the Jewish Calendar Series and is created for the month of Av.  This month focuses on rectifying the sense of hearing and invites you to descend into the healing darkness where you can listen deeply to connect with the resonance of your soul. 
Through practicing Yoga Nidra, you take a pause from all the sensory input channels except for sound so you can focus on the space within. This practice of Yoga Nidra guides you in the exploration of sound as you journey through the layers of consciousness from the body, breath, and mind to your deeper understanding and soul consciousness. Instead of a traditional verbal visualization, this practice contains a non-verbal sound visualization sequence to support deepest listening beyond that which words can express, while you are held in a state of relaxation. 
Please note that this practice may bring out unexpected emotions or memories. This is completely normal, and you are encouraged to welcome all that shows up with curiosity and compassionate witnessing. If this is not the right time for you to elicit emotions, then a milder practice may be better suited for the time being. 
Prepare for a transformative experience as you receive the gift of rest in the stillness of your soul. Allow your body and mind to relax deeply as you sail through sounds and silence and hear your soul's whispers.
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a thorough body scan by listening to each part of your body as you transition into a state of deeper relaxation.
Breath Awareness: Practice guided breathwork to while focusing on the sound of your breath
Polarities: Train your mind to respond rather than react by practicing holding space for yourself as you hear sounds evoking opposite experiences. Observe how these opposite sounds affect your body.
Visualization: Experience a non-verbal sound healing visualization sequenced to move you into a deeper state of consciousness. 
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it resonate deeply into your being.
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state and integrate the practice 
Background Music from Pixabay:
Binaural Flotation Meditation by Nature's Eye
Music for Sleep, Song of the Sea by Astria Lyrioth
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 
#Tishab'Av
#3weeksmeditation
#NadaYoga
#SoundHealing
#YogaNidra
#JewishMeditation

69. Yoga & Jewish Mysticism: Conversation with Jenna Zadaka (47 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
In this episode, we welcome the soulful and mystical Jenna Zadaka, a pioneer in Jewish yoga and women's embodiment and empowerment. Jenna, the creator of Breath and Soul, shares her unique practice that blends yoga, mysticism, and somatic wisdom into a sacred path toward transformation for women awakening to their bodies, roots, and radiance.
Diving into the theme of "Jewish yoga and healing," Jenna shares her journey of integrating yoga with Jewish spirituality, moving from a focus solely on spiritual ascent to embracing the necessary union of body and soul, a concept core to both yoga and Kabbalah.
The conversation delves deep into the symbolism of the Tree of Life and its dynamic with the chakra system, addressing how Jewish spirituality can be enriched through accessible embodied practices. Jenna emphasizes the importance of understanding the female perspective in Kabbalah, and how this often-muted voice can illuminate a profound path in spiritual and personal healing.
Listeners will also hear about the significance of rest and the role of the feminine aspect of the Tree of Life, Malchut, in achieving a balance of spiritual and physical harmony. Ruthie and Jenna explore how individuals can find divine presence in the mundane details of life, leading to a more holistic and integrated spirituality.
Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that combines rich spiritual insights with practical teachings. Whether you're familiar with Jewish spirituality or new to the blending of these worlds, this episode offers valuable perspectives and inspiring wisdom.
 
Jenna's Bio:
Jenna Zadaka is an embodiment practitioner, trauma-informed somatic coach, educator in Jewish Mysticism and Mindfulness, author, and ceremonialist. She engages the pathways of somatics and spirituality for embodied wholeness. As a celebrated teacher of Kabbalah, Yoga, and Mindfulness, Jenna humbly draws wisdom from her root-teachers and ancestors. Connect with her embodied teachings on Instagram @breathandsoul_Jenna and through her website, awethenticroots.com.
 
Here is where to find Jenna:
Instagram: @breathandsoul_Jenna 
Website: awethenticroots.com
 
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—I always appreciate your feedback! 
Feel free to reach out! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

68. Tammuz Yoga Nidra for Seeing Within: Color Visualization & Memory (35 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This Nidra journey is rooted in the mystical energy of the Hebrew month of Tammuz, a time traditionally associated with the rectification of sight—not just physical seeing, but the sacred act of inner vision. In this practice, you’ll be gently guided through the inner landscape of your body, breath, and memory using color, imagery, and kavanah/sankalpa (intention).
Tammuz is a month of destruction and burning, but also one of re-alignment—where our ability to truly see can begin again from the inside out.
This traditionally structured Yoga Nidra meditation focuses on inner sight and offers a color and memory visualization to support your exploration of your mind and heart. This practice is designed to help you relax, heal, and reconnect with your wholeness. 
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported completely at ease.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your life's orienting resolve and deepest truth.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a thorough body scan by focusing on each part of your body to rotate your consciousness into a state of deep healing rest. 
Breath Awareness: Practice guided breathwork to connect with the resonant colors within you
Polarities: Train your mind to respond rather than react by practicing holding space for yourself with opposite experiences
Visualization: Experience a meaningful color and memory visualization
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being.
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state and integrate the practice 
Background Music: Mind Relaxation by LightMusic, Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods. 
 

66. Yoga Nidra Survival Mode Medicine: Navigating Uncertainty (31 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
It's a chaotic time in many regions of the world and for many lives. If you've been going through survival mode, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, worried, scared, stressed, or tired, this soothing practice is for you.  This Yoga Nidra journey is designed to support you in times of uncertainty, doubt, and instability. Embrace stillness and comfort as you navigate the present moment, feeling held and supported.
In this meditation, you are led on a journey inward, exploring the realm between sleep and wakefulness, and uncovering the strength within curiosity and intention. 
Relax and immerse yourself in this transformative experience, reconnecting with your breath and body. Whether at the end of a hectic day or during a quiet moment, find your inner compass and allow yourself the gift of deep rest.
 
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set a powerful Sankalpa/kavanah (intention) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart, body, and soul.
Rotation of Consciousness: Experience a relaxing body scan
Polarities: Explore how you interact with opposite experiences within the landscape of your body and mind
Visualization:  Explore your deeper consciousness through a guided visualization from a state of deep relaxation.
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you planted earlier. Let it resonate deeply into your being.
Externalization: Gradually transition back to your ordinary waking state.
Background Music: Misty Mountains Meditation by Nature's Eye from Pixabay
 
Subscribe to Na’aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.
 
Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods.