Ruthie Ayzenberg - Podcast Details

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Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+70. Av Yoga Nidra for Hearing Deeply: Healing Sound Visualization & Emotional Attunement (47 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This episode is part of the Jewish Calendar Series and is created for the month of Av. This month focuses on rectifying the sense of hearing and invites you to descend into the healing darkness where you can listen deeply to connect with the resonance of your soul. Through practicing Yoga Nidra, you take a pause from all the sensory input channels except for sound so you can focus on the space within. This practice of Yoga Nidra gui...2025-07-2847 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+69. Yoga & Jewish Mysticism: Conversation with Jenna Zadaka (47 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, we welcome the soulful and mystical Jenna Zadaka, a pioneer in Jewish yoga and women's embodiment and empowerment. Jenna, the creator of Breath and Soul, shares her unique practice that blends yoga, mysticism, and somatic wisdom into a sacred path toward transformation for women awakening to their bodies, roots, and radiance. Diving into the theme of "Jewish yoga and healing," Jenna shares her journey of integrating yoga with Jewish spirituality, moving from a focus solely on...2025-07-2047 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+68. Tammuz Yoga Nidra for Seeing Within: Color Visualization & Memory (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This Nidra journey is rooted in the mystical energy of the Hebrew month of Tammuz, a time traditionally associated with the rectification of sight—not just physical seeing, but the sacred act of inner vision. In this practice, you’ll be gently guided through the inner landscape of your body, breath, and memory using color, imagery, and kavanah/sankalpa (intention). Tammuz is a month of destruction and burning, but also one of re-alignment—where our ability to truly see can...2025-07-0735 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+66. Yoga Nidra Survival Mode Medicine: Navigating Uncertainty (31 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... It's a chaotic time in many regions of the world and for many lives. If you've been going through survival mode, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, worried, scared, stressed, or tired, this soothing practice is for you. This Yoga Nidra journey is designed to support you in times of uncertainty, doubt, and instability. Embrace stillness and comfort as you navigate the present moment, feeling held and supported. In this meditation, you are led on a journey inward, exploring the realm be...2025-07-0431 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+67. Unearthing Your Light in the Dark: Conversation with Diana Esther (64 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this enlightening episode we chat with the extraordinary Diana Esther Berschader. Diana shares her compelling life story from her upbringing in Soviet Russia to her miraculous spiritual awakening. She dives deep into the transformative experiences that shaped her path and unveils the secrets to discovering one's true purpose. Amidst the conversation, Diana speaks about overcoming life's pressures, embracing inner whispers, and the immense power of meditation and love. Her journey reveals that beneath life's challenges lies an opportunity for transformation...2025-06-291h 09

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+65. Healing Ancestral Trauma & Karmic Debts: A Conversation with Edit B. Kiss(64 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, I sit down with Edit B Kiss, an energy healer and transformational coach, to explore deep trauma healing, karmic patterns, and spiritual growth. We dive into the power of Reiki, Karma Yoga, and 8th Chakra meditation to release ancestral trauma and break free from repetitive life patterns. Edit shares her insights on how healing karmic debts can lead to profound personal transformation, and we also touch on the role of Yoga Nidra in deep energetic shifts. If you're...2025-06-121h 04

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+64. Yoga Nidra to Integrate 10 Sefirot: Kabbalistic Meditation #8 (52 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, you will be guided through a deep rest practice that integrates the pathways of the Kabbalistic energy centers (the sefirot). These mystical elements reveal how divine energy flows into and through you, facilitating a deeper connection with your soul's authentic expression in the world. Settle into a comfortable position and embark on a meditative experience, embracing stillness and awareness while exploring the unique potential of each energy center. Harness the energies of loving kindness, inner strength, balance...2025-06-0452 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+63. Yoga Nidra for Embodied Manifestation (Malkhut): Kabbalistic Meditation #7 (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this soothing episode, we explore the final emanation on the Tree of Life, Malkchut, associated with the Divine Feminine/Shekhina and the concept of embodied manifestation of sacred sovereignty. In this episode of Na'aleh Yoga, you’re invited into the sacred stillness of Malkhut, the final sefirah on the Tree of Life. As the vessel that receives all divine flow, Malkhut teaches the transformative power of receptivity, rest, and embodied presence. Through this guided Yoga Nidra practice, you...2025-05-2535 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+62. Yoga Nidra for Grounding & Stability (Yesod): Kabbalistic Meditation #6 (32 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This yoga nidra explores the Kabbalistic emanation of Yesod, a spiritual bridge connecting the seen and unseen. Yesod serves as a meeting place where the energies of higher sefirot (emanations) of lovingkindness, inner strength, balance, endurance, and gratitude converge from abstract origins into physical form. This practice invites you to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions, allowing you to trust in the unseen and create from a place of clarity and connection. As you delve into this meditative practice, you...2025-05-1832 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+61. Yoga Nidra for Soft Glow & Gratitude (Hod): Kabbalistic Meditation #5 (31 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This illuminating Yoga Nidra practice, guides you through the Kabbalistic Sefirah of Hod, inviting you into the heart of divine humility, receptivity, and splendor. As you let go of efforts and enter into the fluid state between sleep and wakefulness, experience the gentle orchestration of calm, helping loosen cognitive bounds, raising your energetic vibration, and opening the doorways to healing and bringing out the soft radiant glow from within you. Episode Summary: Here’s what...2025-05-1131 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+60. Yoga Nidra for Confidence & Purpose (Netzach): Kabbalistic Meditation #4 (31 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, you are guided on a transformative journey into the Kabbalistic sefira of Netzach, the emanation of endurance, confidence, and eternity. As the fourth of the seven lower divine emanations, Netzach represents the soul's relentless progression towards realization, transforming inspiration into flame. Through the practice of yoga nidra, you are invited to align with the eternal rhythm flowing within you, using breath and awareness to relax your body, mind, and soul and awaken the chords of confidence already w...2025-05-0431 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+59. Yoga Nidra for Balance & Harmonious Healing (Tiferet): Kabbalistic Meditation #3 (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This practice focuses on the third sefirah-- emanation based on Kabbalistic teachings-- Tiferet. Radiating from the heart center, Tiferet described as the heart of the tree of life and offers a space where compassion thrives within boundaries, creating harmony instead of conflict. This episode invites you to find stillness and alignment as you explore the convergence of dualities within your mind and body. During this Yoga Nidra session, you will journey inward, discovering the balance between aw...2025-04-2735 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+58. Yoga Nidra for Inner Strength & Boundaries (Gevurah): Kabbalistic Sefirot Meditation #2 (31 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, delve into a Yoga Nidra practice dedicated to the exploration of Gevurah, second of the lower seven sefirot, energetic emanations from Kabbalistic teachings. This practice is created to explore your inner strength, boundaries, and give direction to the energetic flow within you. As you settle into a space of stillness, you are guided to cultivate a sense of grounding, calm, and clarity as you traverse through the sheaths of consciousness from the body to the breath, mind, and soul. 2025-04-2031 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+57. Yoga Nidra for Lovingkindness-Chesed: Kabbalistic Sefirot Meditation #1 (30 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This transformative Yoga Nidra journey activates the Kabbalistic emanation of Lovingkindness--the Sefirah of Chesed--to nurture your mind, body, and soul, exploring the depths of inner peace and emotional resilience. As you connect with the Kabbalistic teachings on the abundant flow of giving, you'll learn to radiate love both inward and outward, creating a ripple effect of kindness in the world. Allow yourself to be guided by visualization, breath awareness, and intention setting, as you dissolve inner resistances and unlock the a...2025-04-1330 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+56. Embodied Kabbalah & Yoga Nidra: A Conversation with Rav Benji Elson (70 mins) NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Rav Benji Elson, whose work bridges Kabbalistic wisdom, nature-based spirituality, psychological healing, and personal transformation. Rav Benji is the author of Dance of the Omer, a book exploring the mystical journey of counting the Omer as a path to self-refinement. Our conversation explores how ancient Kabbalistic teachings, particularly the Sefirot, offer a powerful framework for healing, inner growth, and spiritual surrender—elements that are highly relevant to our upcoming series of Yog...2025-04-081h 10

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+55. Ancient Yoga + Modern Science: Conversation with Sulappagari Suman (68 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this jam-packed enlightening episode, Ruthie welcomes Sulappagari Suman, founder of Aadyantha Academy, an internationally recognized yoga teacher and therapist from India, to explore the profound depths of yoga. Together, they unravel yoga not only as a spiritual practice but also as a precise science for emotional healing, physical wellbeing, and expanded consciousness. Suman shares his personal journey into yoga, the science behind practices, the significance of Yoga Nidra, and the power of intuition training. This conversation bridges ancient w...2025-03-261h 08

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+54. Yoga Nidra Sleep Meditation for Kids: The Magic Ship (13 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This relaxing Yoga Nidra episode is created for children to practice mindfulness in a fun, creative, relaxing way. Yoga Nidra can help kids with sleep, stress reduction, ADHD, mood, anxiety, self-esteem, and more. It helps restore every system in the body and relax the mind. What to expect: Grounding preparation to relax Intention setting in the form of magic tickets An imaginative soothing body scan Calming creative guided breathing Visua...2025-03-0913 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+53. Kabbalistic Body Scan: Meditation with Hebrew Letters (6 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this short guided meditation, you are invited to explore the sacred Hebrew letters as an embodied experience. In Jewish tradition, these letters are considered the building blocks of creation, each carrying deep spiritual significance. More than just symbols, they resonate with different aspects of the body, offering a unique pathway to balance, awareness, and connection. This meditation is designed for anyone seeking a deeper connection to Jewish spiritual traditions, the body’s wisdom, and the power of sou...2025-02-2506 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+52. Trauma-Informed Yoga Nidra for Ancestral Healing: Nourishing Roots (47 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This ancestral healing Yoga Nidra practice is created in the spirit of the month of Shevat on the Jewish calendar. This is a time for hidden growth and drawing strength from roots beneath the surface, as the trees prepare to bloom in the spring. Designed for emotional healing and spiritual connection, this deep trauma-informed Yoga Nidra journey guides you to explore your ancestral roots, heal generational wounds, and restore balance within. In this practice, you’ll connect with the wisdom and energy of...2025-02-1647 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+51. Crafting Optimal Sleep: A Conversation with Evalee Gertz (48 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, we learn from the inspiring Evalee Gertz—Hatha yoga teacher, professional dancer, artist, entrepreneur, sleep mask designer, and founder of Sia Silk. Evalee shares her journey of transformation through yoga, creativity, and travel, and her passion for helping people achieve better rest and wellness through sleep optimization. Evalee's Bio: Evalee Gertz is an artist, performer, and wellness advocate whose rich and diverse background has shaped her approach to health and self-care. A lif...2025-02-0948 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+50. Yoga Nidra Minimal Cues: Spacious Silence (Voice only, advanced practice) (45 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This is a traditional Yoga Nidra practice is created to honor your inner experience as you journey through the 5 sheaths of consciousness. Designed for those who have some prior experience with yoga nidra, this intermediate/advanced session focuses on minimal verbal cues, allowing for a deep and personal exploration of consciousness. In this practice, there is less talking and more silence to support your internal focus with as minimal external input as possible. For the same reason, there is no background music--this pr...2025-01-2945 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+49. The Power of Silence: A Conversation with Andrea Longini (37mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... When is silence hurtful? When is it helpful? How do you know the difference? In this episode, join Ruthie Ayzenberg in a meaningful conversation with the delightful Andrea Longini, communications professional and M.A. in Rhetoric, as they explore the transformative power of silence, from the ways in which silence harms to the ways in which it can heal. Hear personal stories, recommended therapeutic modalities, wisdom from the ancients and a demo you can participate in. A...2025-01-2137 min

A Quest for Well-BeingYoga Nidra & The Expression Of Your Highest Potential— Yoga nidra, which is derived from the tantras, is a powerful technique in which you learn to relax consciously. In yoga nidra, sleep is not regarded as relaxation. People feel that they are relaxing when they collapse in an easy chair with a cup of coffee, a drink or a cigarette, and read a newspaper or switch on the television. But this will never suffice as a scientific definition of relaxation. These are only sensory diversions. T rue relaxation is actually an experience far beyond all this. For absolute relaxation you must remain aware. This is yoga nidra, the st...2025-01-071h 13

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+48. Yoga Nidra Microdose: Stress Release (5 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Sometimes you might not have the luxury of a whole hour to practice Yoga Nidra...Sometimes not even 10 minutes.... Remember that any amount of Yoga Nidra time is better than zero. And when it comes to Yoga Nidra, a little bit can go a long way. This super short practice is created for those extra busy days, stressful moments, or times when you have only a few minutes to reset your nervous system. With calming breathwork, a mindful bo...2025-01-0105 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+47. Yoga Nidra for Warmth & Peaceful Sleep (50 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Whether you're seeking physical or emotional warmth, you are invited to go on a soothing Yoga Nidra journey for deep rest and warmth, creating a sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation of the body, mind, and soul. Prepare yourself with comfort items like a pillow or blanket as you are guided through the layers of awareness to honor your inner wisdom and cultivate a sense of peace. Episode Summary: Here’s what you can expect: Pre...2024-12-2251 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+46. Yoga Nidra for Winter Sleep: Trust and Deep Dreams (28 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This guided Yoga Nidra session is designed for those seeking to align with the natural stillness of the winter season, offering a serene journey towards tranquility and introspective dreaming. Prepare your space with cozy props as you journey through a calming practice to drift into deep rest. Experience serene relaxation synced with the meditative rhythm of your breath, facilitating a recharged spirit ready for life's missions. Episode Summary: Here’s what you can expect: ...2024-12-1028 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+45. Yoga Nidra Meditation with Sacred Hebrew Letters (32 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This deeply restorative Yoga Nidra practice is created to tap into spiritual healing potential through the ancient sacred letters of the Hebrew alphabet. This session invites you on a journey to explore the layers of consciousness through the mystery and beauty of these letters, each a vessel of divine energy and insight. Episode Summary: Here’s what you can expect: Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you’re fully supported and c...2024-11-2632 min

Future of Therapy PodcastSecurity vs Safety: Why Building Walls Might Be Making Us Less SafeIn this episode, I spoke with psychotherapist Ruthie Ayzenberg, who emphasizes the need to return to the communal roots of therapy. She argues that our fixation on security often leads to feelings of unsafety, fueling both individual and societal conflict. Ruthie advocates for a holistic approach that incorporates body awareness and nature, highlighting how reconnecting with the earth can enhance personal and collective healing.Ruthie also discussed the role of technology and AI in therapy, acknowledging tools like ChatGPT as supportive but not replacements for human connection. She believes that therapy will continue to evolve towards a...2024-11-2635 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+44. Yoga Nidra for Optimal Relaxation: Cosmic Nap (23 min)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This Yoga Nidra practice guides you to the bridge between sleep and dreaming, where deep healing and relaxation occur. Yoga Nidra is a comprehensive, non-invasive, accessible method for achieving complete relaxation for the whole body. When the body is relaxed, the mind can rotate into a state of deep relaxation as well. When the mind and body are both relaxed, the cells within you can let go of their holding patterns and repair for the entire landscape of you...2024-11-1723 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+43. The Healing Power of Yoga Nidra: A Conversation with Ayla Nova (42mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, I'm super excited to be talking with the radiant Yoga Nidra teacher--Ayla Nova. In our conversation, we dive deep into the transformative power of Yoga Nidra, a practice that has profoundly impacted both our lives. Ayla Nova has been practicing yoga since 2013; her journey led her to India for certification. In 2018, she faced a pivotal health challenge with a rare leukemia diagnosis, which introduced her to the restorative power of Yoga Nidra/NSDR. Today, Ayl...2024-10-2842 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+42. Yoga Nidra for Forgiveness: Clearing the Slate (47 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... With Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, being around the corner, this episode is dedicated to forgiveness and clearing the slate from all that you no longer need. You are invited to lie down in a comfortable space, aligning your body for optimal relaxation, setting the stage for a deeper meditative experience. One of the key elements of this practice is setting an intention, known as kavanah or sankalpa, your "I am..." declaration that resonates deeply with yo...2024-10-1011h 54

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+41. Yoga Nidra for Rosh Hashanah: Field of Compassion (30 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, you are guided through a soothing Yoga Nidra practice designed to activate and nurture compassion within yourself. As we approach the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, this episode is especially poignant, focusing on evoking compassion for oneself and others. You are invited to lie down in a comfortable space, aligning your body for optimal relaxation, setting the stage for a deeper meditative experience. One of the key elements of t...2024-09-2930 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+40. Elul Yoga Nidra Meditation: Spiritual Recalibration (46 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Welcome to this week’s Yoga Nidra practice, designed specifically for the month of Elul. As we enter this sacred time of self-reflection and spiritual realignment, you’re invited to embark on a journey of deep inner connection and renewal. In this episode, you’ll be guided through a serene Yoga Nidra session that aligns with the themes of Elul—returning to your true self, embracing your spiritual path, and finding a sense of peace and clarity. As you lie b...2024-09-0846 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+39. Yoga Nidra Sankalpa/Kavanah Exploration: Awakening Your Resolve (30 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This practice guides you into an extended alpha brainwave state of complete relaxation, from which your guiding resolve can begin to awaken. Your resolve is called Sanklpa in Sanskrit or Kavanah in Hebrew. Sankalpa is a combination of two words: san =truth + kalpa = promise. Kavanah means intention and comes from the word kivun =direction. Your resolve is your truth to yourself, your guiding mission in life, tafkid, your most heartfelt affirmation or prayer. It is who you are at you...2024-08-2830 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+38. Tisha b'Av Yoga Nidra for Reconnection: The Embodied Temple (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This week's Yoga Nidra practice is dedicated to the first 9 days of Av and the day of Tisha b'Av, a time for reflection, accountability, hope, and renewal. The 9th of Av is a day for the commemoration of the ancient Temple, the Beit Hamikdash, of which today only the Western Wall remains. The Temple symbolizes the connection with the Divine Source Consciousness, which is reflected in the body. The human body is like a moving, living temple thr...2024-08-1135 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+37. Yoga Nidra for Clarity: Invisible Eye Activation (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Feeling unsure, confused, or stressed and want to find more clarity in your life? In this episode, you are invited to join a calming Yoga Nidra practice focused on third eye activation for clarity--your invisible eye of wisdom and intuition. We are now in the month of Tammuz, which is oriented around the theme of Seeing. Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson quoted Antoine de St Exupery stating, “It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what...2024-07-2535 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+36. Short Yoga Nidra for Stress Release: Relaxation Oasis (20 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Today I have for you a short practice for you to recharge your energies. It's a small oasis of rest amidst the struggles of life. Whether you're using this practice to restore in the middle of the day or relax at night, allow yourself to draw strength from it and water your entire system. By practicing Yoga Nidra, you can release any physical or emotional stress you have been carrying. Through guided relaxation and visualization, you'll connect with your b...2024-07-0720 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+35. Yoga Nidra for Peace: On the Wings of Cosmic Light (24 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Today's short Yoga Nidra practice is a relaxing journey towards inner peace. When you are at peace from within, you can send out peaceful vibes to your relationships, community, and the whole world. So if you're struggling with conflicts or want to feel more glowy & chill or just having a busy day and need a nervous system reset-- this practice is for you. I'd love to hear what you experienced! Episode summary: Intro 2024-06-2024 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+34. Prana Nidra Healing Breath: Air-Heat-Light Helix (37mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... We are now in the Jewish month of Iyyar, which is a time for healing. Today's Yoga Nidra practice is designed for embodied healing through following your breath, generating warmth, and connecting to the inexhaustible reservoir of light within your field of deeper consciousness. This practice incorporates a special method called Prana Nidra to harneness your healing potential by connecting to the breath, heat, and light properties. Prana means vital life force energy--the thing that makes us alive and healthy (Nidra m...2024-06-0437 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+33. Yoga Nidra: Full Moon Immersion for Abundance & Radiance (31 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Sometimes our energy levels and moods fluctuate like the ebbs and flows of the tide. And the phases of the moon. If you're feeling the need for an energetic recharge from a state of deep relaxation, this episode is for you. This Yoga Nidra practice is inspired by a full moon desert hike that I went on recently. Traversing the desert hills at night, what struck me most was how clear and visible everything was under the li...2024-05-2231 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+32. Yoga Nidra for Freedom: Into the Desert of Becoming (40 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This practice is created in the spirit of Pesach/Passover, a Jewish holiday that symbolizes liberation, renewal, release, and the journey from bondage to ultimate freedom. We all have our personal shackles--whether it's negative thinking, unhealthy consumption, overworking, excessive screen time, limiting beliefs, etc. The journey to freedom requires an honest encounter with yourself and your highest purpose--this is your kavanah or sankapla. Sojourning through the vast spaciousness of the desert, where there are no external distractions, yo...2024-04-1539 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+31. New Moon Yoga Nidra: Nurture Your Hopes & Dreams (40 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This Yoga Nidra episode welcomes the new moon of the month of Nisan in the Hebrew lunar calendar, which carries the energy of nurturing beginnings and growth. In connecting this new moon phase, we concentrate on nurturing your hopes and dreams through intention setting, (called Kavanah in Hebrew or Sankalpa in Sanskrit), which is the heart of the Yoga Nidra practice. By planting your intention at the beginning of practice and harvesting it at the end, you c...2024-04-0340 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+30. Yoga Nidra for Joy: Integrating Polarities (45 min)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In a state of confusion and suffering, it may be difficult to feel joy. Psychologists teach us that the most difficult emotion to have is --not anger, or fear, or sadness--its actually joy. Joy is the most difficult emotion. Why??? Because something will always rain on the parade-- thoughts along the lines of "I shouldn't feel so good" or "this happy state is only temporary." And yet, joy is not exclusive of other emotions. Simple joy is at the h...2024-03-2045 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+29. Yoga Nidra for Heart Center Healing: Deep Rest Meditation (33 min)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... When the heart is open, the soul can shine. The practice of Yoga Nidra invites you to go beyond the surface level analytical brain to the subterranean centers of deeper innate intelligence, accessing a space of healing between the realms of sleep and wakefulness. In this session, you are invited into a state of deep rest, opening the heart to wholeness and forgiveness, and harmonizing the mind, body, heart, and spirit. Episode summary: 2024-03-0733 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+28. The Art & Science of Rest: A Conversation with Malky Rosenfeld (30 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode are joined by Yoga Teacher and Health Coach Malky Rosenfeld to discuss ......yoga nidra (how did you guess??) More specifically our conversation focused on the details of why rest is important and the practicalities of how to get the necessary rest in today's busy, overextended modern life. Malky Rosenfeld has been teaching yoga for over 25 years while also running a successful Wellness Coaching practice. She is very knowledgeable on many topics and has a gre...2024-02-2630 min

Midwifery Wisdom PodcastPostpartum Mental Health PlanWelcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Join guest host Angela Love as she engages in an important conversation with Ruthie Ayzenberg, a licensed psychotherapist in California specializing in maternal and perinatal mental health.This week, Ruthie opens up about her personal journey, delving into the transformative experience of pregnancy and motherhood that led her to dedicate her career to maternal mental health. Together, Ruthie and Angela explore crucial topics, including the profound impact of sleep deprivation on mental well-being, navigating intrusive thoughts, the role of medication in perinatal mood disorders, and much more.2024-02-211h 18

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+27. Yoga Nidra for Vibrant Aliveness: Ocean Depths Dance (42 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... If you are needing some time to rest and recharge your energies, to feel more vibrantly alive, this practice is for you. When you close your eyes and turn your awareness inward without external distractions, you can learn about who you really are outside your worldly identities, jobs, and roles as you dance through the depths of your consciousness. This practice immerses you into a serene space hovering between sleep and wakefulness, fostering a deep state of re...2024-02-2042 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+26. Yoga Nidra & Creative Transformation: A Conversation with Rachel Dick (35 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... In this episode, we are joined by the radiant nurse coach Rachel Dick, RN, HWNC-BC for a dynamic conversation sharing our personal Yoga Nidra stories and exploring how Yoga Nidra and writing can be used as complimentary tools for unlocking creativity and your authentic voice. Rachel is a registered nurse and board certified holistic coach on a mission to support her clients’ healing journey through the power of creativity. In 2022, she gave life to “Heal the Write Way”...2024-02-1235 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+25. Yoga Nidra for Safety: Inner Resource Palace (40 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... Feeling safe is an inside job. By guiding you into a state of deep relaxation between sleep and wakefulness, this Yoga Nidra practice takes you on an immersive journey toward inner safety and benevolent resourcing. You will be guided through body scanning, breathing techniques, and restorative visualizations designed to edit unconscious patterns and limiting beliefs positively. This serves to cultivate a sense of ease and resourcefulness from within, regardless of external circumstances. Navigating through an eco...2024-01-3040 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+24. Yoga Nidra for Re-connection: Healing Tree Meditation (33 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake... This week's earthy journey is designed for reconnection with yourself, promoting deep relaxation and healing from within. Drawing inspiration from the upcoming holiday of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish new year of the trees, we'll embark on a journey that mirrors the transitional state of trees between sleep and awakening. Episode summary: Intro Preparation: Lie down on your back with all the supports you need Intention Setting: Planting the...2024-01-2233 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+23. Yoga Nidra for Nighttime: Doorway to Dreamy Sleep (14 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake (or fall asleep) When the body and mind can truly relax and let go of tension, healing begins to happen. This short nighttime practice is created to guide you from the distractions of the day into the mindful state between sleep and wakefulness, preparing your consciousness to cross the threshold into deep, restorative sleep. Please take a moment to leave a rating, comment, subscribe, or share this episode. Your feedback and supp...2024-01-0914 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+22. Yoga Nidra for Focus: Mind-Body Mandala Meditation (40 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake In a world filled with distraction, finding moments of genuine presence becomes a compass for navigating the ebb and flow of modern life. In this episode, you are invited you to explore your mindscape through the imagery of a mandala. As a visual representation of life's intricate patterns, the mandala becomes a guide for focused exploration, allowing you to reconnect with your core. Through the practice of concentration during yoga nidra, you are guided to n...2024-01-0243 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+21. Yoga Nidra: Shine through the Darkness (38 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ As we approach the end of 2023, these are the shortest and darkest days of the year in the northern hemisphere. If you're feeling the need for some warmth, encouragement, and light at this time, this is the practice for you. This practice is created to nurture the fire element to generate warmth and bring out your inner light. By traversing the layers of consciousness through yoga nidra, you can progressively quiet the analytical mind and arrive at a place of stillness and unconscious wisdom. Here yo...2023-12-2537 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+20. Short Yoga Nidra: Rest & Relaxation Capsule (12 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Some days you might not have the time for a long yoga nidra practice. On busy days, when you're more likely to have stress and be short on time, any amount of yoga nidra time is a tonic on the nervous system. This short 12-minute practice is perfect for busy days when you don't have 60 or 30 or even 20 minutes to take a break. This mini-practice condenses the essential elements of yoga nid...2023-12-1812 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+19. Yoga Nidra Live Class from Israel: A Time to Breathe (40 mins)Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close your eyes and stay awake... This episode brings you into a live yoga nidra group practice that took place in Israel last week. Many people in the region (and outside of it) have been affected by the war. This practice intended to provide a break from all the stress and intensity to soothe the nerves, to rest, to just pause and breathe. Going through traumatic times is never easy. But it does feel better to go thro...2023-11-2841 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+18. Yoga Nidra + Brainspotting: Gaze Healing (45 mins)Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close your eyes and stay awake... This is a special episode, we integrate elements of Brainspotting into the traditional Yoga Nidra practice, exploring the profound connections between inner experiences, gaze awareness, and the natural healing capacities of the brain. Weaving together mindfulness, visualization, and Brainspotting techniques we set the stage for organic, non-invasive nervous system repair and self-healing. What is Brainspotting, you may be wondering? It is a method developed by psychologist David Grand...2023-11-2043 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+17. Yoga Nidra for Insomnia: Deep Sleep Island (58 mins)Na'aleh Yoga Podcast: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close your eyes and stay awake... (or fall asleep for this episode) During times of unrest, sleep may be elusive. If you would like to relax and drift off to sleep, this guided journey is for you. By slowly brining your awareness inward and moving through the layers of consciousness, you can begin to let go of the worries and tensions that may be keeping you awake, thus allowing sleep to arrive. During waking hours, your bra...2023-10-3158 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+16. Yoga Nidra for Kids (of all ages): Journey to Dreamland (21 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake When children have a hard time falling asleep, this soothing yoga nidra journey can help. No matter how old you are, this short journey is filled with creative imagery and simple language to help kids relax and drift off to dreamland. Listeners of all ages are invited to close their eyes and journey together to the magical land of yoga nidra.... Licensed Background music by AshamaLuevMusic: "Soothi...2023-10-2221 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+15. Yoga Nidra: Healing Infusion for Difficult Times (40 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake In these times of global uncertainty, this episode is dedicated to anyone grappling with anxiety, fear, and challenges--whether it's the current world events or personal struggles that life presents. Through reconnecting with yourself in these moments of uncertainty, you can find solace, even amidst chaos. The calming practice of Yoga Nidra offers a sanctuary of peace and healing energy for the mind, body, and soul. By practicing together, we create a s...2023-10-1140 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+14. Yoga Nidra: Gift of Gratitude (50 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Sometimes we get preoccupied with what we don't have and forget to give thanks for all the blessings we do have. The Jewish sage Ben Zoma says: "Who is wealthy? He who is happy with his portion." (Pirkei Avot 3:5). This meditative practice is all about finding gratitude within and appreciating the goodness that is found in every corner of daily life, especially the little things we often take for granted. From...2023-09-1249 min

Mom and Mind285: Perinatal Mental Health Symptoms and Healing with Yoga with Ruthie AyzenbergToday’s episode features another personal account of struggle through postpartum issues and a journey to healing. Join us to learn more from Ruthie’s story!I’m joined by Ruthie Ayzenberg, LMFT, LPCC, PMH-C, CYT, a dedicated California-licensed psychotherapist with over a decade of experience specializing in maternal and perinatal mental health. She provides therapy, postpartum CBT/DBT skills coaching, and support groups through her private practice, Mental Fitness Therapy. She explains how her transition into motherhood helped propel her into the perinatal mental health field, and she highlights signs and symptoms, also known as “orange flags,”...2023-09-0448 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+13. Yoga Nidra: Orbiting the Meridian Circuit for Energy Balance--30 mins (no music)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This practice is a bit different from the other ones, as we take a detour from the traditional body scan and instead travel around a circuit of 12 meridian channels using breath and mindful focus. According to Chinese medicine, the meridians are pathways through which energy (Chi) flows. In Judaism, the word for life is Chai, which refers to the vital life force in all living beings. In yoga, these pathways are c...2023-08-3030 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+12. Eight Stages of Yoga Nidra (9 mins)NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake If you're curious about the organization of a yoga nidra practice, you may want to listen to this. This short episode deconstructs the Yoga Nidra sequence by explaining the 8 stages that constitute a traditional practice. 2023-08-2209 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+11. Yoga Nidra: Nervous System Reset--26 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Whether you're stressed, busy, tired, or just need to take a break, this relatively short yoga nidra practice is designed to reset your nervous system. By generating a deep relaxation through body awareness, guided breathing, and visualization, you can give your nervous system a protected time to rest, repair, and restore. Licensed background music by Nature's Eyes: "Simply Meditation Series Delta Waves for Quiet Contemplation" from Pixaby 2023-08-0801 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+10. Imaginative Yoga Nidra Journey for Kids--18 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake It's never too early or too late to start practicing yoga nidra. This is an imaginative guided yoga nidra journey created specifically for young children to help them go to sleep peacefully or rest and relax quietly during nap time. Children of all ages are invited to close their eyes and travel to the magical land of yoga nidra.... Licensed Background music by AshamaLuevMusic: "Soothing" from SoundCloud 2023-08-0118 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+Understanding the Stages of Yoga Nidra--9 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Open Your Mind Yes, there is a method to the magic of Yoga Nidra. This brief segment explains the 8 stages of a Yoga Nidra practice so you can see how it is structured. Knowing which stage you're in during the practice can help keep you focused and oriented. 2023-07-2609 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+9. Yoga Nidra Preparation & Logistics--6 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This short segment talks about the practical preparations for yoga nidra, such as setting up your environment, using props, fine tuning the resting posture, what to/not to wear, times to practice, and more. Logistical tips are offered to set yourself up for a positive experience. 2023-07-2406 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+8. Yoga Nidra: Short Body Scan to Relax & Reset--22minNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Having a busy or stressful day? This audio is a 22-minute short-version practice for a quick nervous system relaxation and reset. Licensed Background music by AshamaLuevMusic: "Soothing" from SoundCloud 2023-07-1622 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+7. Yoga Nidra: Restoration for New Moms--50 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake If you are a new mom (or mom-to-be), this yoga nidra practice is especially for you. Designed with new mothers in mind, this guided practice gives you the rest and restoration you deserve while gently guiding you to approach any inner struggles you may be experiencing and building self-compassion. Licensed Background Music by AshamaLuevMusic: "Soothing" from SoundCloud 2023-07-1648 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+6. Yoga Nidra for Peace in Relationships--45 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Sometimes, the most important people in our lives are the best at pushing our buttons and triggering our reactivity. So if you have some difficult feelings about someone important to you--whether a partner, family member, coworker--this guided yoga nidra practice is for you. Licensed Background Music by Strawberry Candy: "Meditations" from SoundCloud 2023-07-1641 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+5. Yoga Nidra: 5 Elements No Music 33minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This Yoga Nidra audio guides you to connect to the 5 elements--Fire, Air, Water, Earth, and Space--as you move through the layers of consciousness towards deep restoration and healing. 2023-07-1631 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+4. Yoga Nidra for Trust and Safety--40 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake At the core of many of your struggles and conflicts is a lack of feeling safety and a lack of trust in ourselves or the world around us. This deep practice is designed to help you experience safety from within and build trust with your body and mind. Licensed Background music by Strawberry Candy: "Meditate" from SoundCloud 2023-07-1639 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+3. Yoga Nidra: Awareness of Opposites--45 minsNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This practice focuses on experiencing and integrating opposite feelings, thoughts, and sensations to align the body and mind. By generating opposing feelings from within, we can learn to respond to them with intentionality instead of reactivity, which can help relate to the world in a more compassionate, peaceful, and nuanced way. Licensed Background music by Strawberry Candy: "Meditate" from SoundCloud 2023-07-1646 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+2. Yoga Nidra Intention-Setting: Your Kavanah/SankalpaNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake This short episode focuses on the nitty-gritties of setting your intention-which is at the heart of the yoga nidra practice. 2023-07-1606 min

Na’aleh Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+1. Yoga Nidra IntroductionNA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest By Ruthie Ayzenberg Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake Yoga Nidra is a powerful practice bridging sleep with wakefulness for deep restoration and healing. This is a brief introduction to yoga nidra to give you an overview of what this practice is all about and give you a glimpse into the method behind the magic. 2023-07-1607 min

Holy Health PodcastEpisode 49 | Intro to Mental Health - Demystifying the therapy process with Ruthie AyzenbergIn this week's episode, I speak with Ruthie Ayzenberg in the first of what will be a variety of episodes dealing with treatment strategies for mental health.As an intro to Mental Health Ruthie suggested we discuss demystifying the therapy process. What's the difference in all those letters after people's names? Who is most qualified? What should we hope to get out of therapy? How long should it take? Etc etc etc...Joining me for the extro is my brother Rabbi Shlomo Ben Ze'ev with a beautiful discussion on how the Torah views this critical...2023-03-021h 02