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[00:00:00] Oh, meine Zehen bringen mich um. Diese Schuhe sind viel zu eng. Trägst du immer noch diese spitzen Dinger? Ich meine, sind nicht alle Laufschuhe so geformt? Nein, du brauchst Altras. Altra? Altra sind geformt wie deine Füße mit einer fußförmigen Zehenbox. Einfach viel bequemer. Bezwinge deinen Lauf mit Hallenzehen. Okay, das klingt traumhaft. Mehr Komfort, Kraft und Dynamik. Alles durch die Passform. Altra versteht das einfach. Altra! Stay out there!
[00:00:31] Welcome to NSDR, the Non-Sleep Deep Rest Podcast, where we guide you to achieve deep relaxation without falling asleep. In this session, we will explore mindful breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and a unique visualization journey to help you achieve profound relaxation and revitalization. Find a quiet, comfortable place where you can lie down undisturbed.
[00:01:02] Lie on your back with a pillow under your head and a bolster under your knees. Ensure you are warm and ready to disconnect from the external world. Close your eyes and allow your body and mind to start relaxing. Take a deep breath in.
[00:01:29] And as you exhale, release a gentle sigh. Feel the weight of your body sinking into the surface beneath you. With each exhale, let go of tension, thoughts, and concerns. Allow yourself to be held by the ground below, trusting in the support it provides.
[00:01:58] In Yoga Nidra, we set an intention or resolve. Think of a short, positive statement that reflects your deepest desire, or a quality you wish to cultivate, such as peace or healing. Repeat this intention three times silently.
[00:02:21] Planting it in your relaxed mind, we will now move through a progressive muscle relaxation. Start at your feet and work your way up. Curl your toes and tense your feet. Then release.
[00:02:54] Tighten your calves. Then release. Squeeze your thigh muscles. Then release. Tighten your glutes and hips. Then release. Pull in your stomach muscles. Then release.
[00:03:27] Tighten your chest muscles. Then release. Squeeze your arms and fists. Then release. Raise your shoulders towards your ears. Then release. Scrunch your facial muscles and tense your neck. Then release.
[00:04:01] Feel a wave of relaxation flowing through your body from head to toe. Focus on your breath now. Breathe naturally and observe the rise and fall of your abdomen with each inhale and exhale. Imagine with each breath in, you are drawing in calm and peace.
[00:04:30] With each breath out, you are releasing tension and stress. Imagine yourself walking through a tranquil forest. The air is fresh, filled with the scent of pine and earth. The ground beneath your feet is soft with fallen leaves. As you walk, notice the sounds around you. Birds chirping. Leaves rustling.
[00:05:00] And a distant stream flowing. Visualize the tall trees surrounding you. Their leaves gently swaying in the breeze. Hear the soothing sound of a nearby stream and decide to follow it. As you approach the stream, find a comfortable spot on the grassy bank to sit and rest.
[00:05:30] Feel the cool breeze on your skin and the soft grass beneath you. Dip your fingers into the clear, cool water and feel its refreshing energy. As you sit by the stream, focus on the sound of the water flowing. Let it carry away any remaining tension or stress.
[00:06:00] Imagine the gentle flow of the stream aligning with your breath, in with calmness. Out with tension. Return your focus to your intention set at the beginning. Repeat it silently. Letting its positive energy fill your entire being.
[00:06:31] Begin to bring your awareness back to the present moment. Notice the sounds in the room, the temperature, and the surface beneath you. Gently wiggle your fingers and toes.
[00:07:04] When you're ready, roll to your right side, staying there for a few moments. Slowly find your way to a seated position. Open your eyes when you feel ready.
[00:07:38] Take a moment to reflect on the journey you've just undertaken. Carry the calmness and insights gained from this practice into your daily life. Thank you for joining this journey into non-sleep, deep rest. You can return to the NSDR podcast anytime you need a moment of calm and rejuvenation.
[00:08:03] I look forward to guiding you again, helping you find peace, relaxation, and renewal whenever you need it. My legs bring me up. These shoes are much too heavy. Do you always wear these tight shoes? I mean, are not all the shoes so long? No, you need Altra. Altras? Altra are like your feet, with a foot-firmity. Just a bit more comfortable. You're going to get your feet with a heel. Okay, that sounds dreamlike.
[00:08:33] More comfort, power, power and dynamic. All through the Passform. Altra understands that. Altra, stay out there. Boots, we'll be getting into it. And I'm just going to get down, like, this place, this place. Be a