Dr. Andrew Huberman developed a technique called Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) that allows the brain to recharge in just 10 minutes through breathing exercises and body scans, providing many of the same benefits as 1-2 hours of sleep without actually napping. NSDR puts the body in a deeply relaxed state and slows brain wave frequency through guided meditation. Regular practice of NSDR can improve memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, sleep quality, focus, and pain management.
Dr. Andrew Huberman developed a technique called Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) that allows the brain to recharge in just 10 minutes through breathing exercises and body scans, providing many of the same benefits as 1-2 hours of sleep without actually napping. NSDR puts the body in a deeply relaxed state and slows brain wave frequency through guided meditation. Regular practice of NSDR can improve memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, sleep quality, focus, and pain management.
Dr. Andrew Huberman developed a technique called Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) that allows the brain to recharge in just 10 minutes through breathing exercises and body scans, providing many of the same benefits as 1-2 hours of sleep without actually napping. NSDR puts the body in a deeply relaxed state and slows brain wave frequency through guided meditation. Regular practice of NSDR can improve memory, learning, stress relief, cognitive function, sleep quality, focus, and pain management.
(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, also known as Yoga Nidra.
(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…
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Step 1:
Find a quiet place where you won’t be
disturbed.
Get into a comfortable position (ideally
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Step 2:
Listen to a Yoga Nidra or NSDR track.
(I’ve used this one):
You’ll be guided through a series of
breathing exercises and body scans. NAME NAME
—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. NAME NAME
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 NAME NAME