Yoga Nidra (NSDR)

A guided meditation practice that induces deep relaxation and can help process stored trauma. Also known as NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest), this practice accelerates neuroplasticity and improves recovery after learning or stress.

Source: Described in 'Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before' by Julie Smith. Also known as NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) in Huberman Lab protocols. Research shows it reduces stress, improves sleep, increases wellbeing, and enhances memory consolidation after learning.

How to practice

1. 1Lie down in a comfortable position, covered with a blanket
2. 2Follow a guided Yoga Nidra/NSDR practice (10-45 minutes)
3. 3Move through body awareness, breath awareness, and visualization
4. 4Enter a state between wakefulness and sleep
5. 5Use after intense learning sessions to enhance memory consolidation
6. 6Gradually return to full awareness

Based on literature