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Calming Bedtime Yoga Sequences for Anxiety Relief

A curated collection of gentle yoga flows, restorative poses, and mindfulness techniques specifically designed to quiet the mind, release physical tension, and prepare the body for deep, restorative sleep.

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Yoga Nidra

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Also known as yoga sleep, this practice involves a guided journey through the body using rotation of consciousness and breath awareness to induce a state of deep relaxation while maintaining mental clarity.

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Savasana (Corpse Pose)

The final resting pose in any yoga practice, designed to integrate the benefits of the session by allowing the nervous system to downshift into a parasympathetic state of complete stillness.

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Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani)

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A restorative inversion that calms the nervous system, reduces fatigue, and soothes swollen legs and feet, making it an ideal pose to release physical tension before bed.

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Child's Pose (Balasana)

A gentle forward fold that stretches the hips, thighs, and ankles while calming the brain and relieving stress and fatigue, creating a sense of safety and grounding.

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Cat-Cow Stretch (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

A flowing sequence that warms up the spine and releases tension in the back and neck, helping to synchronize breath with movement to quiet racing thoughts.

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Reclined Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana)

An open-hipped pose that gently stretches the inner thighs and groin, encouraging emotional release and deep breathing by allowing the chest to open naturally.

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4-7-8 Breathing Technique

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A rhythmic breathing pattern developed by Dr. Andrew Weil that acts as a natural tranquilizer for the nervous system, helping to slow the heart rate and promote immediate relaxation.

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Gentle Spinal Twists

Supine twists that help wring out tension stored in the spine and digestive system, promoting detoxification and mental clarity while preparing the body for rest.

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Forward Fold (Uttanasana)

An inversion that calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depression, while also stretching the hamstrings and calves which often hold physical stress.

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Corpse Pose with Body Scan

Combines Savasana with a progressive muscle relaxation technique, systematically releasing tension from each part of the body to ensure deep physical and mental rest.

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Restorative Triangle Pose (Supta Trikonasana)

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A supported variation of Triangle Pose using props like blankets or blocks, which gently opens the chest and hips without strain, fostering a sense of expansion and ease.

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Mindful Journaling Before Sleep

A complementary practice where writing down worries or to-do lists helps offload mental clutter, allowing the mind to let go of overthinking and focus on rest.

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Box Breathing (Sama Vritti)

A technique involving equal inhalation, holding, and exhalation counts that balances the autonomic nervous system, reducing anxiety and improving focus before sleep.

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Supported Fish Pose (Matsyasana)

A heart-opening pose supported by a bolster or folded blankets that releases tension in the throat and chest, often associated with emotional blockages and stress.

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Yoga Sleep Yoga Nidra Script

Guided audio scripts that lead listeners through specific stages of consciousness, facilitating deep relaxation and subconscious reprogramming for better sleep quality.

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Knee-to-Chest Pose (Apanasana)

A gentle pose that massages the lower back and relieves gas or bloating, combining physical comfort with a calming effect on the mind through breath awareness.

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Deep Breathing with Mantra

The practice of pairing slow, diaphragmatic breathing with a repeated silent word or sound to anchor the mind and prevent it from wandering into anxious thoughts.

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Restorative Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)

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A heart-opening backbend performed with support, which gently stimulates the thyroid and soothes the nervous system, offering a sweet spot between activity and rest.

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Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)

A technique that involves tensing and then relaxing specific muscle groups, helping to heighten body awareness and release physical stress that contributes to insomnia.