Yoga Nidra: The iRest Meditative Practice for Deep Relaxation and Healing

by Richard Miller

A new edition of this acclaimed guide—updated with the most current, research-supported iRest® practices and insights Within you resides an ever-present self that is always whole and healthy, filled with an abiding sense of inner peace, and completely indestructible. This is your true Essence, and no matter what you’ve been through in the past, it is here, waiting to be recognized, embodied, and remembered. In this updated edition of his groundbreaking book Yoga Nidra, yogic scholar and clinical psychologist Dr. Richard Miller invites you to experience iRest®—a research-based approach to the ancient meditative art of Yoga Nidra. While Yoga Nidra is perhaps best known as a practice for deep relaxation and better sleep, at its heart lies a profound path to inner freedom. With practice, we discover that everything we need to find healing, presence, and joy is already within us. With clear instruction, new insights into the deeper roots of well-being, supplemental worksheets, and online audio practices, Miller guides you step-by-step  •  Discover life-changing practices for vibrant health, personal empowerment, and inner transformation•  Enjoy complete relaxation and deep sleep—awaken refreshed and full of inspiration•  Find healing from trauma, addiction, chronic pain, daily stress, and more•  Explore the Vedic roots of Yoga Nidra—we are at once unique individuals and interconnected parts of a greater whole•  Access the state of consciousness between waking and sleeping at will and learn to work with your subconscious mind for greater healing and insight•  Awaken to your true Essence and the unshakable goodness, health, and joy already within “Wholeness, presence, and indestructible well-being exist innately within us,” teaches Miller. “With Yoga Nidra, we realize that these aren’t qualities to attain down the road—they are gifts to be experienced from the outset of whatever journey we’re on.”

Genres: Meditation

164 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 1, 2022

Reviews

[Lady Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a great resource for yoga nidra, but I found many of the concepts too abstract without context. It was difficult to understand some of the things contained in Mr. Miller's writing.

I may just need more time with the experiences, but I do appreciate the step-by-step process of the iRest yoga nidra. Although, I'm unsure what makes iRest different from any other yoga nidra.

I'm glad I read this book, and am very likely to return to it for my own teachings.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I already teach yoga nidra and I enjoy irest, so I decided to read this to enhance my teaching (in lieu of another teacher training). I gave it 3.5 stars because his language is quite alienating, and I found this quite frustrating at times. I had also hoped he would explain the introduction of opposites a bit better as this is something that doesn’t always feel intuitive. And I was interested in how one might introduce self-practice in daily life, which he also doesn’t really explore.

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great supplement if you are already practicing this form of yoga nidra. It clearly outlines the principles behind iRest yoga nidra. I found it helpful in deepening my practice.