Erica Sharpe: Yoga Nidra — The Science and Power of Yogic Sleep | Episode 117

In this episode, I talk with yoga teacher and researcher Erica Sharpe about yoga nidra. We explore the emerging science behind this ancient practice, how to do it, and how it can help with insomnia, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, depression, pain, and more. 

Yoga nidra lets you rewire memories and habits, break free from past constraints, and open new possibilities. It enhances sleep, relaxation, learning, mood, memory, and overall well-being by guiding you into a deep state of conscious rest.

We also discuss sleep, dreams, nightmares, psychosis, symbols, language, imagery, audio, intention, sensory perception, sensory withdrawal, environment, posture, timing, duration, potential risks, the distinction between yoga nidra and NSDR, and the deeper impact of yoga on the mind and body.

Explore how yoga nidra unlocks your subconscious mind and guides you into deeper states of rest, awareness, and transformation.

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RESOURCES

BOOKS

• Hatha Yoga Pradipika by Svatmarama
• Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

ORGANIZATIONS

• National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
• National University of National Medicine (NUNM)
• SUNY Canton
• Yoga Vidya Gurukul

PEOPLE

• Andrew Huberman
• Friedrich August Kekule
• Lord Voldemort (fictional character)
• Mr. Hyde (fictional character)
• Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• Thomas Edison
• Vishwas Vasant Mandlik

PRACTICES

• Asana
• Ashtanga yoga
• Dharana
• Dhyana
• Hatha yoga
• Hypnosis
• Omkar
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
• Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR)
• Nyasa
• Pratyahara
• Shavasana
• Vamachara