Yoga Nidra
Experience Deep Rest, Inner Stillness & Conscious Healing
Yoga Nidra at Ukroots Retreat is a slow, gentle journey into deep relaxation—where the body slips into a state similar to sleep, yet the mind stays alert, aware, and completely at ease. Also known as Yogic Sleep, this ancient practice is one of the most powerful tools for releasing long-held tension and nurturing the nervous system.
Guided step by step, you enter a calm inner space where stress dissolves, breathing becomes soft, and your entire being feels supported and restful. In the peaceful Himalayan environment of Ukroots, Yoga Nidra becomes an even more immersive and transformational experience.
What Is Yoga Nidra?
Yoga Nidra is a meditative technique where you lie down comfortably and consciously move through different layers of awareness—body, breath, emotions, and subtle energies. The practice activates the body’s natural relaxation response, shifting you into a healing state that even deep sleep cannot offer.
For many guests, Yoga Nidra becomes the most soothing and therapeutic part of their stay, especially if they struggle with stress, insomnia, overthinking, or emotional fatigue.
How the Session Works
A typical Yoga Nidra session includes:
Body Scan
Gentle awareness of different body parts to release stored tension.
Breath Awareness
Slowing down the breath to calm the mind and balance the nervous system.
Visualization Journey
Positive imagery and guided intentions to open space for healing and clarity.
Sankalpa (Inner Resolve)
Setting a short, powerful intention that aligns with your personal growth.
Deep Resting State
A blissful stage where the body rests deeply while the mind remains conscious.
Benefits of Yoga Nidra
This yogic technique offers rejuvenation on mental, emotional, and physical levels. Practitioners often feel lighter, calmer, and more centered after a single session.
✦Releases deep-rooted stress
✦Improves sleep quality and reduces insomnia
✦Balances emotions and calms the overactive mind
✦Enhances creativity, intuition, and mental clarity
✦Supports recovery from burnout and fatigue
✦Helps regulate the nervous system
✦Creates space for healing unresolved emotions
Duration
30-45 minutes per session
Yoga Nidra at Ukroots
With the tranquil mountain surroundings and quiet natural atmosphere, Ukroots provides the perfect environment for Yoga Nidra. Our meditation guides help you relax into the practice with gentle instructions and healing visualizations, allowing you to enter a state of profound inner rest.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned meditator, this practice feels nurturing, safe, and deeply restorative.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need any experience to join a Yoga Nidra session?
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No experience is needed. Yoga Nidra is one of the easiest meditation practices and is suitable for all age groups.
Is Yoga Nidra the same as taking a nap?
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Not exactly. While your body rests like it does during sleep, your mind remains aware. This conscious rest offers deeper healing than a regular nap.
What should I bring to the session?
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Just comfortable clothing. We provide mats, blankets, and all needed props for complete relaxation.
Can Yoga Nidra help with anxiety and sleep issues?
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Yes. Yoga Nidra is highly effective for calming the mind, reducing anxiety, and improving sleep patterns.
How often should I practice Yoga Nidra?
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Even two to three sessions a week can bring noticeable results. Many guests feel benefits after the very first session.