The document describes a technique called non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) developed by neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman that can provide the benefits of sleep in just 10 minutes. NSDR involves guided breathing exercises and body scans that slow heart rate and brain waves, putting the body into a deeply relaxed state equivalent to 1-2 hours of restorative sleep. It enhances memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, focus, and mental clarity. The technique involves finding a quiet spot, listening to a guided NSDR track, and being led through the breathing and scanning process.
The document describes a technique called non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) developed by neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman that can provide the benefits of sleep in just 10 minutes. NSDR involves guided breathing exercises and body scans that slow heart rate and brain waves, putting the body into a deeply relaxed state equivalent to 1-2 hours of restorative sleep. It enhances memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, focus, and mental clarity. The technique involves finding a quiet spot, listening to a guided NSDR track, and being led through the breathing and scanning process.
The document describes a technique called non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) developed by neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman that can provide the benefits of sleep in just 10 minutes. NSDR involves guided breathing exercises and body scans that slow heart rate and brain waves, putting the body into a deeply relaxed state equivalent to 1-2 hours of restorative sleep. It enhances memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, focus, and mental clarity. The technique involves finding a quiet spot, listening to a guided NSDR track, and being led through the breathing and scanning process.
The document describes a technique called non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) developed by neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman that can provide the benefits of sleep in just 10 minutes. NSDR involves guided breathing exercises and body scans that slow heart rate and brain waves, putting the body into a deeply relaxed state equivalent to 1-2 hours of restorative sleep. It enhances memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, focus, and mental clarity. The technique involves finding a quiet spot, listening to a guided NSDR track, and being led through the breathing and scanning process.
(backed by science): Dr. Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist and professor at Stanford.
He coined “Non-Sleep Deep Rest” — a
technique to quickly recharge the brain.
(Google CEO Sundar Pichai swears by it).
You get the benefits of sleep without
actually falling asleep.
The best part?
It only takes 10 minutes…
Step 1:
Find a quiet place where you won’t be
disturbed.
Get into a comfortable position (ideally
lying down). Step 2:
Listen to an NSDR track.
(I highly recommend this one):
You’ll be guided through a series of
breathing exercises and body scans. —Why it works—
The breathing exercises put your body in
a state of deep relaxation (by slowing your heart rate).
The mental body scans help your brain
waves decrease in frequency. (Your thoughts can slow from 35 thoughts per minute to 1-3)!
If done right, a 10-minute session can
equate to 1-2 hours of restorative sleep. Other benefits of NSDR:
● Helps with memory retention
● Enhances rates of neuroplasticity, which can promote learning ● Relieves stress ● Improves cognitive function ● Improves sleep quality ● Enhances focus and mental clarity ● Can help with pain management Your energy is your most precious resource.