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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.
10-45 minutes
beginner
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How to practice
- 1Lie down in a comfortable position, covered with a blanket
- 2Follow a guided Yoga Nidra/NSDR practice (10-45 minutes)
- 3Move through body awareness, breath awareness, and visualization
- 4Enter a state between wakefulness and sleep
- 5Use after intense learning sessions to enhance memory consolidation
- 6Gradually return to full awareness
Based on literature
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before
Julie Smith • 2022
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