WEEK 1:NYASA VS NIDRA
INTRODUCTION
THE TACTIC OF BODY CONSCIOUSNESS
Key Points
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This practice introduces us to rotation of consciousness around the body, a very key tactic of tantric perception which is simple but can become a key tactic to overcome the mind and enter into altered states for various purposes including implanting simple ideas like positive affirmations.
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Nyasa part of Sri Vidya tantra (One of the biggest groups).
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It implants dieties into the body at specific places along with mantras
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EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique has similarities).
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Use body sensations to plant positive affirmations
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Divine Life Society publishes many tantric books
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Swami Satyananda Saraswati wrote the book Nidra Yoga which he says has ALL the benefits of Nyasa without having the cultural constraints of language.
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Nidra Yoga is usually done with a leader guiding the meditation
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It comprises various stages including : Preparation, Relaxation, Resolve/Intention, Rotation of consciousness, Breathing, Image VIsulization, Resolve/Intention, Finish
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Nidra yoga allows us to build up energy or to astral project or to evoke or just to make positive changes in our lives
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