Originally published 02/28/23.

In this episode, Ayurveda and Yoga Therapist Indu Arora joins Dr. Avanti to discuss the benefits of sleep, rest, and Shavasana. Indu explains the difference between rest and sleep from an Ayurvedic perspective and explores the various sleep stages and their correlation to meditation. The focus of the conversation is on Shavasana's ability to help individuals "undo" and "unlearn" by giving space for emotions and discomfort to arise, and consciously working towards letting go through breath and reducing sensory overload. Indu shares different ways to practice Shavasana, when and how to do it, and five simple steps to practice it effectively.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Rest vs. sleep from an Ayurvedic perspective
  • The correlation between sleep stages and meditation
  • The emotional and spiritual benefits of Shavasana
  • Conscious goals of letting go and moving inwards through breath
  • 5 simple steps to practice Shavasana


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