Feeling stressed out, exhausted, overwhelmed?
Stress starting to affect your health? Maybe you're experiencing trouble sleeping, brain fog, high blood pressure, digestive issues, irritability, anger, low mood, or something else stress-related?
Know it's time to do something about it, but struggling to get (and stay) motivated to do stress-relieving activities?
Then it's time for some stress relief that's EASY & FUN! Activities that you can get excited about doing when you're low on energy (and maybe short on time too).
Are you stressed out, tired, or overwhelmed?
Maybe you're all of the above.
You're probably well aware that self-care is critical for your health and well-being, yet when you're feeling exhausted and frazzled, it can be hard to get motivated to make healthy choices.
It's so much easier to relax after a long, tiring day by just flopping on the couch and binge watching TV (perhaps with some wine and chips, or a bowl of ice cream)—but how do you really feel after you do that, especially if you do it often?
MY TOP PICKS FOR EASY, FUN STRESS RELIEF
⭐Yoga Nidra
What makes Yoga Nidra so easy & enjoyable?
- All you need to do is get comfortable, usually lying down, and listen to a guided journey—no energy required. It’s a stillness practice, so even though it mentions the word “yoga” in “Yoga Nidra” there’s no movement involved.
- It can be quick, so it can fit into even the busiest of days (and that’s when you need it the most!). An average length Yoga Nidra session might be 20-30 minutes, but if that’s too long for the time you have available, there are shorter practices, some just 5 or 10 minutes, that still provide benefits.
- It's convenient. You can practice any time of day, in lots of places: at home, en route to or from work (if you take the subway or someone else drives), in your parked car, in your office chair at work...
⭐Art Journaling
What makes Art Journaling so easy & fun?
- It's no-pressure art-making since you're simply creating a page in your journal that can be for yours eyes only (if you want), not trying to make a piece of art to hang on the wall.
- It can be quick. All it takes is a few minutes to shift into creative flow and feel stress melt away. (Of course, it can also be long, if you have the time. 😊)
- It's convenient. Using simple, inexpensive supplies, you can art journal anywhere, even taking it with you to do while you're waiting for appointments or while your kids are doing sports, etc.
- No special skills or artistic “talent” required. The art journaling techniques I share are for everyone, of any age and with no experience at all!
Enough talking, time for experiencing!
The challenge is that, as with many of the best things in life, like sunsets and puppies (if you 🤍 puppies like I do), words cannot adequately capture how wonderful they make you feel—you need to experience them for yourself.
That's how it is with Yoga Nidra and Art Journaling. You really just need to give them a try. Check out the options for experiencing them with me below.
Dip Your Toes In...
Explore with me on my YouTube channel. There you'll find Yoga Nidra and art journaling practices, info & inspiration. I release new videos each week.
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Dive Deeper...
For those who want to move beyond dabbling and commit to developing a regular Yoga Nidra practice, I created the Rest to Restore Yoga Nidra membership.
It helps you explore a variety of Yoga Nidra experiences in a systematic way and supports you in discovering what works best for YOU, so that you can establish a steady Yoga Nidra habit and enjoy more energy, better focus, improved nighttime sleep, and so much more.
Private Sessions Too!
I offer custom Yoga Nidra and/or creativity workshops for groups (e.g., coworkers, family, friends), and events (e.g., conference wellness sessions), as well as private Yoga Nidra 1-on-1 sessions for individuals.
Available on Zoom or in person at your location. Pricing varies, contact me at info@calmandcreativestudio.com to explore your needs and get a price quote.
A BIT ABOUT ME...
Hi, I'm Stephanie Hahn
- I'm a yoga and meditation teacher (since 2007), and energy worker (since 2014).
- I discovered and fell in love with Yoga Nidra about 5 years ago and have been studying and practicing almost every day since.
- I've researched and written 100+ articles for a leading health magazine on topics including the science of establishing strong habits, the importance of gratitude and optimism, the power of affirmations, and how to keep your brain healthy as you age.
- I have an MBA with a focus in marketing, and 25+ years of experience in the business and not-for-profit sectors, including as an Executive Director for environmental and arts organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yoga Nidra?
Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation where you settle into a supremely comfortable position and simply listen. It is typically done lying down, but may also be done seated, or even walking mindfully.
Yoga Nidra literally means "yogic sleep," but it is not actually sleep as we know it. It's a state of consciousness that hovers between sleep and wakefulness, where you remain alert and aware while being deeply relaxed at the same time.
Many different techniques can be used to reach the state of Yoga Nidra. My offerings help you explore various techniques systematically and find ones that work especially well for you.
What happens in a Yoga Nidra session?
In a Yoga Nidra session, I guide you on an inner journey using various body, breath and awareness techniques that help you release physical tension and quiet the mind so that you can descend into gradually-deeper brainwave states that support rest and restoration.
Then you spend time in the deeply-relaxed, healing state, hovering between sleep and awake, before being guided back to regular, fully awake consciousness.
Session content varies depending on the techniques, imagery, and intentions used.
Is Yoga Nidra suitable and safe for everyone to practice?
Yoga Nidra is suitable and safe for most people. However, the practice may present some risk for individuals with a history of severe trauma, anxiety or depression; if this applies to you, please check with your health professional before participating, and consider doing private sessions so that they can be customized for your unique needs. Yoga Nidra is not recommended for individuals with mental illnesses involving psychosis or a distorted sense of reality.
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