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How a simple yogic practice can quiet the nervous system and restore sleep in the wake of midnight emergencies
Responding to emergencies in the middle of the night will inevitably disrupt normal sleeping patterns and impact sleep quality. For many firefighters, the challenge isn’t waking up for the call, but falling back asleep once the call is over.
Alongside common sleep hygiene practices like avoiding caffeine late in the day and dimming the lights before bed, there is a specific style of yoga that can help firefighters sleep after the sirens: Yoga Nidra.
Yoga Nidra or “Yogic Sleep” is an ancient relaxation technique that uses guided imagery to deactivate the fight-or-flight response. This practice involves a combination of breathing and visualization exercises designed to relax the body and calm the mind….
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