Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+

44. Yoga Nidra for Optimal Relaxation: Cosmic Nap (23 min)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This Yoga Nidra practice guides you to the bridge between sleep and dreaming, where deep healing and relaxation occur.
Yoga Nidra is a comprehensive, non-invasive, accessible method for achieving complete relaxation for the whole body.   When the body is relaxed, the mind can rotate into a state of deep relaxation as well. When the mind and body are both relaxed, the cells within you can let go of their holding patterns and repair for the entire landscape of your system can take place.
As your brain transitions into the alpha, theta, and delta brainwave states, you are invited to release tensions and connect with your inner consciousness. Through a flow of simple instructions, you are guided you cultivate a state of profound stillness and awareness.
Episode Summary:
Here’s what you can expect:
Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported and comfortable.
Intention Setting: You will be guided to set an intention (Sankalpa/kavanah) for this practice. Choose a meaningful, positive "I am..." statement that resonates with your heart and soul. 
Rotation of Consciousness: Body scan for focusing on each part of your body to rotate your consciousness into a state of deep healing, relaxation. 
Central Symbol: Access to your deeper, built-in intelligence and healing potential
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it resonate deeply.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state, bringing with you the tranquility and insights gained from this practice. Reconnect with your surroundings and return back to the waking state. 
Background Music: Pixabay, Healing Frequency
 
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 
 
 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. 
 
 

43. The Healing Power of Yoga Nidra: A Conversation with Ayla Nova (42mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode, I'm super excited to be talking with the radiant Yoga Nidra teacher--Ayla Nova.  In our conversation, we dive deep into the transformative power of Yoga Nidra, a practice that has profoundly impacted both our lives. 
Ayla Nova has been practicing yoga since 2013; her journey led her to India for certification. In 2018, she faced a pivotal health challenge with a rare leukemia diagnosis, which introduced her to the restorative power of Yoga Nidra/NSDR. Today, Ayla is dedicated to sharing this transformative wisdom. She offers comfort and empowerment to those dealing with stress, anxiety, insomnia, and health challenges, guiding them toward peace and self-acceptance through the practice of Yoga Nidra. You can find Ayla’s teachings on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other podcasting platforms (see below).
 
Summary:
Ayla shares her journey of discovering Yoga Nidra during a challenging period of healing from cancer. 
The importance of healing thoughts and the role of Yoga Nidra in accessing deeper layers of consciousness to support emotional and mental well-being.
The concept of Sankalpa, a heartfelt resolve or declaration to self, and how it can be a powerful tool for transformation.
The science behind brainwave states and how Yoga Nidra helps in planting and integrating Sankalpas into our subconscious mind.
The koshas, the layers of consciousness, and how Yoga Nidra helps navigate through them to achieve a balanced state of being.
Trauma-informed Yoga Nidra
Ayla introduces her Peace and Rest program, designed to deepen your yoga nidra practice with a possibility for more comprehensive training and mentorship.
You can find more information about Ayla's offerings, including her podcast and YouTube channel, below. 
Here is where to find Ayla Nova:
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aylanovanidraSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63tbIk7WWNe0N1js0mbL13Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yoga-nidra-beyond-ayla-nova/id1643838005
 
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Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 
 

42. Yoga Nidra for Forgiveness: Clearing the Slate (47 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
With Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, being around the corner, this episode is dedicated to forgiveness and clearing the slate from all that you no longer need.  You are invited to lie down in a comfortable space, aligning your body for optimal relaxation, setting the stage for a deeper meditative experience.
One of the key elements of this practice is setting an intention, known as kavanah or sankalpa, your "I am..." declaration that resonates deeply with your personal journey. This intention will be revisited, allowing it to integrate fully into your being.
Whether you are new to Yoga Nidra or a seasoned practitioner, this episode guides you to the serene space between sleep and wakefulness where your inner healer can manifest.
 
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:  Synchronize your breath through an extended guided breathwork phase to support letting go of regrets and brining in forgiveness
Visualization: Experience resonant imagery to activate the inner healer and clearing of the psyche
Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it resonate deeply.
Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state, bringing with you the tranquility and insights gained from this practice. Reconnect with your surroundings and return back to the waking state. 
Background Music: Pixabay, Deep Meditation by Deep Project
 
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 
 
 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. 
 

41. Yoga Nidra for Rosh Hashanah: Field of Compassion (30 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
In this episode, you are guided through a soothing Yoga Nidra practice designed to activate and nurture compassion within yourself.
As we approach the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, this episode is especially poignant, focusing on evoking compassion for oneself and others. You are invited to lie down in a comfortable space, aligning your body for optimal relaxation, setting the stage for a deeper meditative experience.
One of the key elements of this practice is setting an intention, known as kavanah or sankalpa, your "I am..." declaration that resonates deeply with your personal journey. This intention will be revisited, allowing it to integrate fully into your being.
As you immerse yourself in this practice, you are encouraged to become a compassionate witness to your own experience, merging internal and external compassion. 
Whether you are new to Yoga Nidra or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers a profound opportunity to deepen your practice and foster a compassionate heart.
 
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. 
Central Symbol:  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 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: Pixabay, Soft Ambient Modular Meditation by Nature's Eye
 
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 
 
 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. 
 

40. Elul Yoga Nidra Meditation: Spiritual Recalibration (46 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
Welcome to this week’s Yoga Nidra practice, designed specifically for the month of Elul. As we enter this sacred time of self-reflection and spiritual realignment, you’re invited to embark on a journey of deep inner connection and renewal.
In this episode, you’ll be guided through a serene Yoga Nidra session that aligns with the themes of Elul—returning to your true self, embracing your spiritual path, and finding a sense of peace and clarity. As you lie back and relax, you’ll have the opportunity to reconnect with your inner essence from the space of alpha, theta, and delta brainwave states. 
 
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. 
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. 
Ambient Background Music from SoundCloud: Niggun Baal Shem Tov "L'manatzeach Al Shoshanim"
 
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 
 
 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. 
 

39. Yoga Nidra Sankalpa/Kavanah Exploration: Awakening Your Resolve (30 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This practice guides you into an extended alpha brainwave state of complete relaxation, from which your guiding resolve can begin to awaken. Your resolve is called Sanklpa in Sanskrit or Kavanah in Hebrew. Sankalpa is a combination of two words: san =truth + kalpa = promise. Kavanah means intention and comes from the word kivun =direction.  Your resolve is your truth to yourself, your guiding mission in life, tafkid, your most heartfelt affirmation or prayer.  It is who you are at your highest potential. 
Your resolve takes the form of a short, positive statement in the present tense starting with "I am..."  Awakening your resolve in your conscious mind is the gateway to bringing it into reality. 
If you're curious to awaken your resolve, this practice is for you. 
 
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe preparing to relax.
Rotation of Consciousness: Journey through a detailed body scan
Breath Awareness: Pair breathing with counting as you deepen your state of awareness
Calling in your intention: Inviting your sankalpa/kavanah/intention to arrive
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this relaxing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
 
Music from Nature's Eyes: Simply Meditation Series 11hz alpha binaural waves for relaxed focus
 
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. 
 
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Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 
 

38. Tisha b'Av Yoga Nidra for Reconnection: The Embodied Temple (35 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
This week's Yoga Nidra practice is dedicated to the first 9 days of Av and the day of Tisha b'Av, a time for reflection, accountability, hope, and renewal.  The 9th of Av is a day for the commemoration of the ancient Temple, the Beit Hamikdash, of which today only the Western Wall remains. 
The Temple symbolizes the connection with the Divine Source Consciousness, which is reflected in the body. The human body is like a moving, living temple through which life serves. The Temple is a place of compassion, connection, creativity, and blessings. 
This practice of Yoga Nidra invites you to turn attention inward in safe, relaxing conditions where you can pay attention to your inner world and reconnect with your spiritual self.  During this session, we'll explore the sacred architecture of your physical form, mirrored by the architecture of the ancient Tabernacle (the movable Temple). Because YOU are a holy, moving, living temple. You deserve to care for yourself and the body you inhabit. By tuning in and paying attention, you can create yourself into a home of connectedness, abundant blessings, and good deeds. 
So, lie back, relax, and allow my voice to guide you. Remember, you can always return to this practice whenever you need a moment of calm and connection. Thank you for joining me, and don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a comment. Your support means the world to me!
Sending you all my love and best wishes. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay connected. Until next time!
 
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe preparing to relax.
Intention Setting: Setting your intentions for today’s practice...
Detailed Body Scan: Journey through a detailed body scan inspired by the architecture of the temple
Return to your intention: Returning to your the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it integrate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this meditative 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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 
 

37. Yoga Nidra for Clarity: Invisible Eye Activation (35 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
Feeling unsure, confused, or stressed and want to find more clarity in your life? In this episode, you are invited to join a calming Yoga Nidra practice focused on third eye activation for clarity--your invisible eye of wisdom and intuition.
We are now in the month of Tammuz, which is oriented around the theme of Seeing.  Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson quoted Antoine de St Exupery stating, “It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye." When we can see the invisible beyond the veil of illusions, confusion dissipates, doubts iron out like a crinkled paper, and solutions to problems become apparent.
This guided meditation is designed to help you reset your mind, reduce anxiety, and unlock your invisible eye through deep breathing, mindful awareness, and vivid visualizations. If you're looking to enhance your inner vision and find peace amidst the chaos, this practice offers a gentle pathway through deep relaxation to clarity. 
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe preparing to relax.
Intention Setting: Setting your intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: Journey through a detailed body scan
Breath Awareness: Pair breathing with counting as you deepen your state of awareness
Polarities: Practice awareness of opposite concepts and sensations learning how the mind and body shape their own experiences
Visualization:  Experience vivid imagery leading you towards unlocking the 3rd eye
Return to your intention: Returning to your the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it integrate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
 
Music from Emuna Beams R' Lazar Brody: Song of the Eagle
 
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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 

36. Short Yoga Nidra for Stress Release: Relaxation Oasis (20 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
Today I have for you a short practice for you to recharge your energies. It's a small oasis of rest amidst the struggles of life. Whether you're using this practice to restore in the middle of the day or relax at night, allow yourself to draw strength from it and water your entire system.
By practicing Yoga Nidra, you can release any physical or emotional stress you have been carrying.  Through guided relaxation and visualization, you'll connect with your breath, set a positive intention, and immerse yourself in a serene oasis of timelessness and nourishment.
 
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe preparing to relax.
Intention Setting: Setting your intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: Journey through a soothing body scan
Visualization:  Experience an oasis of rest with imagery based on the water element
Return to your intention: Returning to your the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it integrate
Externalization: Returning back to the ordinary waking state and taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
 
Music from Pixabay: Healing Frequency
 
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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 

35. Yoga Nidra for Peace: On the Wings of Cosmic Light (24 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 Today's short Yoga Nidra practice is a relaxing journey towards inner peace. When you are at peace from within, you can send out peaceful vibes to your relationships, community, and the whole world.  So if you're struggling with conflicts or want to feel more glowy & chill or just having a busy day and need a nervous system reset-- this practice is for you. 
I'd love to hear what you experienced! 
 
Episode summary:
Intro
Preparation: Ensure a comfortable and safe spot before starting this journey, with your body straight from head to toe preparing to relax.
Intention Setting: Setting your intentions for today’s practice...
Rotation of Consciousness: Journey through a soothing body scan, which seamlessly flows into a blissful visualization.
Visualization:  An ethereal journey awaits you...
Return to your intention: Returning to your the sankalpa/kavanah/intention set earlier in the practice and letting it integrate
Externalization: Landing back to the ordinary waking state and taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
 
Music by Pixabay:
 
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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 

34. Prana Nidra Healing Breath: Air-Heat-Light Helix (37mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
We are now in the Jewish month of Iyyar, which is a time for healing.  Today's Yoga Nidra practice is designed for embodied healing through following your breath, generating warmth, and connecting to the inexhaustible reservoir of light within your field of deeper consciousness. This practice incorporates a special method called Prana Nidra to harneness your healing potential by connecting to the breath, heat, and light properties. Prana means vital life force energy--the thing that makes us alive and healthy (Nidra means sleep btw). By working with the prana through the mind-body connection during Yoga Nidra, healing and illness prevention can occur. 
By taking a break from Doing and entering a state of Being beyond the realm of cognitive thought, you can let your worries, fears, and ailments dissolve.  From this place, natural repair of the body and mind begins to happen on a subtle level. You are invited to adopt a stance of curiosity and learn about yourself as you are guided through this journey. 
I'd love to hear what you experienced! 
 
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 classical body scan
Breath Awareness:  Directing the breath to the 5 subtle energetic channels (the vayus) 
Healing Practice: This is the practice of Prana Nidra, which means vital life force energy + sleep. Here we practice guiding awareness around the energetic helix and accessing the storehouse of limitless life force energy to direct healing to your target areas
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 taking your practice with you
Outro
As you emerge from this nourishing experience, I'd love to hear your reflections and feedback.
 
Music from Pixabay: Warm Mist (loop) by Syouki Takahashi
 
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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 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. 
 

33. Yoga Nidra: Full Moon Immersion for Abundance & Radiance (31 mins)

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+
Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...
 
Sometimes our energy levels and moods fluctuate like the ebbs and flows of the tide. And the phases of the moon. If you're feeling the need for an energetic recharge from a state of deep relaxation, this episode is for you. 
This Yoga Nidra practice is inspired by a full moon desert hike that I went on recently. Traversing the desert hills at night, what struck me most was how clear and visible everything was under the light of the moon. There were no street lamps anywhere--yet every pebble on the ground was visible. Being able to see clearly under the moonlight made me feel safe and I thought of how benevolent Hashem's earth and cosmos are, naturally providing for our needs in the moment. 
In this episode, we embark on a radiant meditation journey of self-discovery and tranquility under the full moon.  Here, you are guided to create a space where all your experiences are welcomed, extending a radiant glow to your soul and mind. The Yoga Nidra journey under the full moon is a spiritual experience that harmonizes your body mind and soul while connecting your inner world with the abundant cosmos.
 
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:  Circular breathing practice representing the female moon energy (Chandra Behdi pranayama--Left nostril breathing) 
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 taking 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 Pixabay: Deep Binaural Meditation (loop) 
 
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. 
 
Feel free to reach out to me. I'd love to connect with you! 
Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

32. Yoga Nidra for Freedom: Into the Desert of Becoming (40 mins)

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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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Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg
YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga
Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

31. New Moon Yoga Nidra: Nurture Your Hopes & Dreams (40 mins)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 
 

30. Yoga Nidra for Joy: Integrating Polarities (45 min)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 
 

29. Yoga Nidra for Heart Center Healing: Deep Rest Meditation (33 min)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 

28. The Art & Science of Rest: A Conversation with Malky Rosenfeld (30 mins)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
Here is where to find Malky Rosenfeld:
https://www.kosheryoga.co   
https://www.bewell613.com 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 
 
 
 

27. Yoga Nidra for Vibrant Aliveness: Ocean Depths Dance (42 mins)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe! 
 

26. Yoga Nidra & Creative Transformation: A Conversation with Rachel Dick (35 mins)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
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! 
 

25. Yoga Nidra for Safety: Inner Resource Palace (40 mins)

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: naalehyoga@gmail.com 
 
 May you be peaceful and safe!