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I Thought I Was Falling Apart. I Was Just Severely Sleep Deprived.
There was a time when I truly believed I was falling apart. I was anxious, exhausted, unable to focus, and emotionally raw. What I did not realize was that my nervous system was deeply sleep deprived. This is a personal story about how chronic sleep disruption unraveled my health and what finally shifted when sleep became non negotiable.

Shira Nicks
Dec 19, 20253 min read


The Neuroscience of Thanks: Why Gratitude Heals Your Body
Gratitude is more than a holiday idea. It creates measurable changes in the brain and body that support calm, resilience, and deeper rest. This post explores the neuroscience behind gratitude, how it activates the body’s rest response, and simple ways to bring embodied appreciation into daily life. A free Gratitude as Medicine meditation is included for the season.

Shira Nicks
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Sleep Smarter: How Yoga Nidra Trains Your Body and Brain for Deep Rest
Struggling with sleep? Yoga Nidra, also known as Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR), is a guided meditation that helps the body and brain access deep rest naturally. In this blog, explore the science of sleep, how NSDR mimics the brainwaves of rest, and why this practice is a powerful tool for better sleep, reduced stress, and nervous system healing.

Shira Nicks
Jun 21, 20253 min read


Sound, Stillness, and Science: The New Era of Rest
Rest is no longer a luxury—it’s essential. In this post, I explore how Yoga Nidra is evolving alongside modern science, and why the fusion of sound, stillness, and neuroscience is creating a new era of deep, embodied healing.

Shira Nicks
May 22, 20253 min read


Nature, Sound, and the Nervous System: A Pathway to Co-Regulation
Nature and sound offer powerful tools for nervous system co-regulation. From the rustle of leaves to the resonance of a sound bowl, these elements help shift us out of stress and into deep calm. This post explores how natural environments and healing frequencies support rest, balance, and inner harmony—no prescription required.

Shira Nicks
May 13, 20252 min read


The Rise of Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) and Its Connection to Yoga Nidra
As more people recognize the need for intentional rest, NSDR and Yoga Nidra are emerging as essential practices for modern life.

Shira Nicks
Mar 31, 20252 min read
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