It wasn’t until the birth of our third child that I first discovered Yoga Nidra.
I found that my sleep had been affected badly, and I wanted to remedy that.
Although it is not the goal of Yoga Nidra to induce regular sleep it certainly did the trick and, at the time, that was all I was concerned with.
I’d been a meditator for several years and was offered the chance of teaching a stress reduction course at a local Adult Education facility.
After looking more deeply into the depth of Yoga Nidra as a practice, I decided to introduce it to the students in my class.
It was a great success – and the feedback was very positive. So much so, that when I left the college, students asked if I would consider starting a private class – which I did.
After this, I also started facilitating Yoga Nidra at Yoga Studios in South East London.
In 2012 I also recorded a version of Yoga Nidra. It became very popular and received good feedback on the Insight Timer meditation app and other places. If you enter “Tim Rowe Yoga Nidra” in any search engine you can find it – or download it directly here:
https://archive.org/details/YogaNidra
On Fridays at 11 am UK time, I offer an online group session on a donation basis via Jitsi, which also includes aspects iRest® Yoga Nidra (see panel to the right).
Contact me for details: [email protected]
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In 2016 I trained to become an iRest® Level 1 Teacher
iRest® or Integrative Restoration, is a modern adaptation of the ancient practice of yoga nidra, developed by Dr. Richard Miller. Like traditional yoga nidra, iRest is a form of meditation that entering a state of deep relaxation and awareness. However, iRest® also incorporates elements of modern psychology and neuroscience to help individuals address issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain.
One key difference between iRest® and traditional yoga nidra is the emphasis on inquiry and self-awareness. In iRest®, individuals are encouraged to explore their current experience, including physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts, without judgment or trying to change anything. This can help individuals develop greater insight and understanding of themselves and their experiences, leading to increased resilience and well-being.
Overall, while both iRest® and traditional yoga nidra share many similarities in promoting deep relaxation and awareness, iRest® offers a more comprehensive and integrative approach that can be particularly beneficial for individuals facing specific challenges or seeking to improve their overall well-being.