Synopses & Reviews
One of the most enjoyable parts of a yoga class comes when we rest in savasana the corpse pose and realize deep serenity, a sense of effortless joy, and a glimpse into our true nature as unqualified presence. How is this so Master teacher Richard Miller explains that this experience is a manifestation of yoga nidra, the meditative state of mind-body union at the heart of all yoga practice. A powerful integration of book and CD audio learning, Yoga Nidra is an ancient tantric yoga path that leads to inner freedom. The rough accessible language appropriate for any level of practice, Miller takes us step by step through the traditional techniques of relaxation and meditation to help us move toward the realization of unqualified presence the ultimate aim of yoga a goal unreachable through posture practice alone. Through his expert guidance, students will experience: Deep relaxation for relief from day-to-day stress. The development of one-pointedness a key to spiritual awakening Healing from painful emotions, such as fear, grief, and anger. More eff ective and energizing sleep, and much more Suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners, but new to most Westerners. Yoga Nidra provides an unmatched way to experience the culmination of the art of yoga, and the deeper physical, emotional, and spiritual rewards that are its promise.
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From college classrooms and yoga studios across the nation to the halls of Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Richard Miller has taught an ancient meditative practice that has helped thousands experience deep rest and rejuvenation. It's called Yoga Nidra, and it is a combination similar to the traditional practice of shavansana. Now available in paperback, this book-and-CD offers a complete program for spiritual awakening through deep relaxation. Drawing from his extensive study of yoga in India and his training in Taoism and Chinese Medicine, Miller expertly guides listeners through practices that include: Sensing the bodyan exercise that taps the innate wisdom and healing capacity of the body and mind. Exploring your essential qualitiespositive and negativeto allow your true nature to be revealed. A complete 30-minute Yoga Nidra session for unfolding our innate capacities of compassion, love, and authenticity With this time-honored technique, we can go beyond our limiting beliefs.
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You've experienced it before: it's early morning, and you're just waking. The night before you were confused-but now you know what to do. According to renowned teacher Richard Miller, you've just taken your first step in the world of Yoga Nidra. For centuries, yoga masters have evolved a systematic method for harnessing our natural wisdom that many of us only chance upon in deep rest. Now with Yoga Nidra, Miller shares a practical seven-step program that draws on these ancient teachings to help us all learn how to experience spiritual awakening and profound well-being through deep relaxation.