yoga nidra
Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practice that invites the body into deep rest while the mind gently settles.
Often described as yogic sleep, this practice supports the nervous system by creating space for stillness, restoration, and quiet awareness.
You are guided through breath, body awareness, and imagery while resting comfortably. No movement is required, and no experience is needed.
Many people come to Yoga Nidra when they feel mentally tired, overstimulated, or in need of a deeper kind of rest.
It is a practice of allowing, rather than doing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
During a session, you will be invited to lie down or sit comfortably while listening to gentle guidance.
Sessions often include:
• breath awareness
• guided relaxation through the body
• visualization or subtle awareness practices
• time for integration and rest
You are not required to focus perfectly or stay fully awake.
If you drift into sleep, it often means the body is receiving the rest it needs.
Over time, many people notice:
• improved sleep quality
• reduced stress and mental tension
• increased clarity
• a greater sense of calm
OUR APPROACH
Essence of Earthing yoga nidra are rooted in
The Essence of Earthing approach to Yoga Nidra is rooted in gentleness, permission, and deep rest.
Rather than striving or efforting, this practice invites the body to soften naturally. Each session is guided with a steady, supportive rhythm, allowing space for the nervous system to settle at its own pace.
There is nothing to achieve and nothing to perform. You are simply invited to rest and receive.
Yoga Nidra is offered with a calm, grounded presence that allows the experience to unfold in a way that feels supportive for your body and your current season.
You may experience:
a sense of heaviness or grounding in the body
mental quiet or spaciousness
subtle emotional release
the feeling of being deeply rested
Some sessions feel spacious and light, while others feel deeply restorative.
Every experience is different. Every nervous system responds in its own way.
*medical note: Yoga Nidra is a complementary wellness practice and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care. If you have a history of trauma, sleep disorders, or medical concerns, you are welcome to reach out prior to booking so we can help ensure the experience feels supportive and appropriate for you.
Private Sessions
Deep rest for the mind that has been holding too much.
Yoga Nidra is a guided, sleep based meditation practice that supports the body in entering a deeply restorative state while the mind remains gently aware. This practice works with the nervous system to reduce mental overstimulation and invite a sense of steadiness, clarity, and inner quiet.
Offered online, these private sessions allow you to receive from the comfort of your own home. This can be especially supportive for those navigating full schedules, caregiving roles, or seasons of life that feel mentally or emotionally demanding.
Yoga Nidra does not require effort or experience. You simply lie down, get comfortable, and follow the sound of my voice as you are guided through a structured sequence designed to encourage deep rest and integration.
It is common to drift toward sleep during Yoga Nidra. If this happens, it is often a sign the body is needing rest. You will be gently guided back with the sound of my voice throughout the session, and we will allow the practice to unfold in a supportive way.
What happens during the session
Your first session includes a brief consultation to understand what you are hoping to receive from the practice and to set a personal intention. We will then move into the Yoga Nidra experience. Following the session, you will receive a custom audio recording of your Nidra to continue working with your intention between sessions.
Sessions are held via Zoom.
This session may support
• mental fatigue and overstimulation
• difficulty resting or winding down
• feeling constantly “on”
• emotional processing and integration
• nervous system regulation
• creating sustainable rest rhythms
• reconnecting with a sense of inner steadiness
Details
Online via Zoom
90 minutes
Includes consultation, live session, and personalized audio recording
If interested in a personalized intuitive guidance plan to accompany your Yoga Nidra practice, please email delrae@essenceofearthing.com or complete the contact form.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
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No experience is needed. You are gently guided through the entire practice. Many people try Yoga Nidra as their first meditation experience because there is nothing to perform or achieve.
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Sleep can happen, especially if the body is very tired. Even if you drift in and out of sleep, the nervous system still receives the benefits of the practice.
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Some people attend occasionally when they feel overwhelmed, while others incorporate it regularly as part of their self-care rhythm. Even one session can feel supportive.