Deep Rest & Guided Meditation
Restorative Yoga is a deeply restful practice using props, blankets, soft lighting, in silence, or with very gentle rhythmic music. Yoga Nidra combines guided meditation and visualisation while lying in Savasana also known as Corpse Pose.
The class promotes a state of deep relaxation of the body, while inviting participants to continue to be aware of surroundings. When joining me online your practice should be in a warm, comfortable, and darkened space (as much as is possible depending on your environment).
Generally I suggest that that you practice in silence while I provide the guided meditation, but if that feels too much, then playing some gentle music in the background in your room is absolutely fine. (You will be on mute so the choice is yours).
The invitation is to practice in soft lighting, or to experience some comfort around the eyes, during savasana you may use an eye pillow, or a rolled up face cloth over the eyes can work just as well.
For Savasana, corpse pose, using plenty of supports is really important. Using a blanket under the body can provide warmth to your back, and using a bolster or pillow under the knees can alleviate any discomfort in the back. Whether you're joining from a mat on the floor or from your bed, have a low pillow or folded blanket under the head. And then finish it off with a warm and comfortable blanket over the top. Having layers and comfy socks will ensure you don't cool down too much, as we will be staying here in this position for at least an hour.
You can expect to feel great relief from emotional exhaustion as well as physical ailments when practicing Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra regularly. However, if you are in early stages of grief, currently experiencing strong emotional or physical difficulties, it may be wiser to chat directly to see if the timing is right for you to attend. More active movement as with Hatha, or a more present wakeful mindfulness class may be more appropriate for this moment in time. Contact me if you'd like to learn more.
If you have any additional questions please don't hesitate to let Cora know @