The practice of yoga nidra is not an easy one to categorize as contemplative practices go. This might be due to the fact that it takes a multi-sensory approach to awareness. Where many practices choose a single focus, yoga nidra moves us through awareness of sensations, emotions, beliefs, and identity as well as “nothingness”. It is such a rich practice that those exposed to it initially have the experience of holding a tail and not have the slightest ida of whether it is attached to a mouse or elephant. You can read more on what yoga nidra is as well as try it out right now by downloading a practice.
While a recording of a yoga nidra practice will certainly give you an idea of what it’s like, it falls far short of experiencing it with a live teacher. Check out your local yoga studios to see if they offer yoga nidra – many are holding once a month classes. If you’re in the Baltimore area you can try out with our very own Sue Borchardt – here’s her yoga nidra class schedule. Also in Baltimore, Yama studio offers yoga nidra classes on some Sunday evenings- look here for their schedule
