Journey to Deep Rest Series | The Nurturer | Nova Nidra for Emotional Safety & Soft Strength

Let this gentle Yoga Nidra practice return you to the sanctuary within. A space where your sensitivity is sacred and your emotions are not too much. Guided by the archetype of Cancer, this is a call back to trust, tenderness, and rest. Some wounds don’t need to be fixed... They need to be felt.

00:13 Welcoming Words from Ayla Nova
00:53 Preparing the Body for Deep Rest
03:15 Nervous System Orientation & Physiological Sighs
05:45 Yoga Nidra Practice Begins

Session Focus:
• Holding space for the soft and the hard
• Exploring the Nurturer archetype—emotional wisdom, sensitivity, intuition
• Healing resentment and restoring tenderness
• A journey through the five koshas to reclaim your presence and peace
• Integration of self-care, boundaries, and rest as sacred birthright 

This practice is especially powerful during times of emotional burnout, when you've been holding too much for too long. It invites you to feel without fear, and to return home to your being.

Suggested Sankalpa (Intention):
• I am nurturing
• I am protected
• I am blessed
• I am

Pranayama & Energetic Suggestions: 
• Physiological sighs for immediate down-regulation
• Breath as a tide—softening and soothing the edges
• Visualization of cocoon, release, and rebirth

Prepare for the Session:
• Lie down somewhere safe and supported
• Use pillows or props to feel truly held
• Cover your eyes or dim the lights
• Invite your softness to lead

After Your Practice:
Write what softened.
What emerged.
What are you ready to let go of, or hold more gently?

I read all your comments, and they remind me why this work matters.


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• Newsletter & Peace in Rest Program: https://www.aylanova.com
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🙏 Special thanks to Cat Jones | @caturfly for inspiring this offering and holding space during Ayla's darkest hours. May your nurturing light ripple far and wide.

✨ If this practice moved you, consider leaving a Gift of Gratitude: https://bio.site/aylanovanidra

Rest well.
Be well.
Ayla Nova

Namaskar 🙏

🎵 Music: Slow Breathing Meditation Loop | Jordan Jessep (Pond5)
🎥 Intro Video: @sshabir
🎼 Opening Soundscape: @cuemusicc 

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