126. YOGA NIDRA with Mark Purser126. YOGA NIDRA with Mark Purser
How I quit alcohol
Mark Purser shares how Yoga Nidra supports stress relief and sobriety, guiding listeners through a calming session.
36:48•25 Oct 2022
Finding Calm: Mark Purser's Journey with Yoga Nidra
“Yoga Nidra is a wonderful practice and a powerful technique for activating your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) and get you into a place where deep healing can become possible.”
Imagine a practice that can help you find peace, reduce stress, and support your sobriety journey—all while lying down. In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', host Danni Carr welcomes Mark Purser, a former binge drinker turned Yoga Nidra enthusiast. Yoga Nidra, also known as Yogic Sleep or Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR), is a practice that allows you to reach a state of deep relaxation while remaining fully conscious.
Mark takes listeners through the essentials of Yoga Nidra, explaining how it activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting rest and healing. This technique can be incredibly beneficial for those dealing with stress, anxiety, insomnia, or cravings for alcohol. Mark also shares his personal experiences with Yoga Nidra, reflecting on how it has helped him in his recovery journey.
He then guides listeners through a calming Yoga Nidra session, emphasizing the importance of creating a peaceful environment and focusing on breath and sound. Whether you're new to Yoga Nidra or looking to deepen your practice, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips for incorporating this restorative technique into your daily life.
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!
More From This Show
The latest episodes from the same podcast.
Related Episodes
Similar episodes from other shows in the catalogue.