Have you ever reached the end of a yoga class and drifted off in savasana? The reason you’re feeling so chilled is because yoga is a really effective way to down-regulate stress hormones in the body. It also shifts your central nervous system into ‘rest and digest’ mode, enabling you to focus on the here and now rather than worry about what might happen in the future.
If a busy mind is keeping you awake at night, these restorative yoga moves will give you the chance to press pause. Take your time to really settle into each pose and make it as comfortable as you can – use as many pillows as you need and deal with any little niggles at the start. If your mind is overactive, direct your focus to your breathing and find a steady rhythm. Notice where you feel the breath and how it sounds – if there are any pauses when your thoughts kick in,
