10% Happier with Dan Harris Could This Practice Improve Your Sleep, Sharpen Your Mind, and Decrease Unhealthy Cravings? | Kelly Boys
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Nov 30, 2022 In this enlightening discussion, mindfulness trainer Kelly Boys, known for her impactful programs at the UN and Google, explores the transformative power of Yoga Nidra. She explains how this unique meditation can improve sleep, enhance cognitive function, and reduce cravings. Kelly emphasizes the importance of observing our thoughts and recognizing core beliefs. Listeners will learn about the calming effects of focusing on the body's sensations and how setting intentions can guide personal growth, all while navigating the intricacies of self-awareness.
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Yoga Nidra and Non-Duality
- Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation rooted in non-dual yoga tradition, emphasizing interconnectedness.
- It aims to help individuals realize they are not separate from the universe, similar to Buddhist non-self.
Finding Your Yoga Nidra Style
- Explore different Yoga Nidra teachers and styles to find what resonates with you.
- Kelly Boys recommends a mindfulness-based approach, integrating science.
Yoga Nidra vs. Mindfulness
- Yoga Nidra, unlike pure mindfulness, starts with an intention and checks in at the end.
- It prioritizes somatic experience, even exploring beliefs through bodily sensations.
