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Radiant Valentines Yoga Nidra and Soundbath With Melissa Abbott Recorded live at Blue Hot Yoga in Swampscott. Ma on Feb 14, 2024 Embrace this session as a beautiful opportunity to nurture love within yourself and share it with others. Let the power of love be your guiding light, shaping your thoughts, actions, and interactions throughout the day. On this Valentine's Day, immerse yourself in the practice of Yoga Nidra and let it deepen your connection to love, bringing forth a profound sense of peace, joy, and fulfillment. Much Love, Shubha Melissa Abbott https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott

Full Wolf Moon Yoga Nidra Meditation Recorded Wed Jan 24, 2024 at Blue Hot Yoga www.blueHotyoga.con in Swampscott, MA after a Hatha Yoga Class with Melissa Abbott https://linktr.ee/MelissaAbbott  The full wolf moon is often seen as a time of transformation and growth. It is a time when individuals may reflect on their lives, let go of what no longer serves them, and embrace new beginnings. This lunar event may bring a sense of renewal and a desire for personal growth and transformation. About Melissa: Melissa Abbott is deeply committed to helping individuals tap into the transformative power of meditation practices. With her extensive understanding of tantric meditation practices, yoga, and wellness, Melissa has become a highly sought-after guide and mentor in these areas. Her expertise and passion make her an invaluable resource for those seeking personal growth and spiritual development. Author of “ Yoga Nidra Illuminated The Craft of Yoga Nidra Meditation for Teachers and Students” is a worldwide best seller. Check out her books, classes, cards, and courses  https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott

Gifts of the New Year 2024 Yoga Nidra Immersion Recorded live at Treetop Yoga treetopyoga.com Gloucester, MA USA Jan 2024 by Melissa Abbott author of "Yoga Nidra Illuminated Crafting Yoga Nidra Meditation for Yoga Teachers & Students" For Classes, Events, Books, & Cards https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott

Radiating the Quiet Presence Winter Solstice Yoga Nidra 2023   This recording was captured live at Blue Hot Yoga in Swampscott, MA, USA, in December 2023, following a beautiful Wednesday Hatha Yoga class.   As the days grow shorter and the nights lengthen, it is essential to remind ourselves to pause and embrace the quiet presence of the winter solstice. This season offers us a precious opportunity for reflection, rejuvenation, restoration, peace, and harmony. Through the practice of Yoga Nidra, we can tap into our inner and outer connection to light, elevating our alignment and basking in the radiance of our own beautiful inner light – the Inner Radiant Presence.   Take this time to honor yourself by finding a serene space and immersing yourself in this seasonal winter Yoga Nidra practice. Consider using headphones and wrapping a special natural feature, like a cozy shawl, around you for added comfort. Allow yourself to deeply rest and relax as you listen.   With much love, Shubha Melissa Abbott

Pulsation of Consciousness Yoga Nidra  This 15-minute Yoga Nidra meditation draws inspiration from the profound teachings of the Spanda Karikas, specifically verses 30-34, penned by the sage Vasugupta in 800 CE. The term "Spanda" in Sanskrit refers to the Divine Creative Pulsation of Consciousness, while "Karikas" denotes a collection of verses. These timeless verses, originating over a millennium ago, encapsulate the wisdom of Shaiva Tantra Meditation, offering invaluable insights for our modern lives. In the container of this Yoga Nidra practice, we are guided into a state of deep relaxation, where we effortlessly tap into our own inner pulsating creative awareness. As we surrender to the practice, we connect with the essence of Spanda, experiencing the profound interplay between our consciousness and the divine creative energy that permeates all of existence. This meditation invites us to explore the depths of embodied consciousness, allowing us to access a state of profound relaxation and inner stillness. By aligning ourselves with the pulsation of consciousness, we open ourselves to the infinite possibilities and creative potential that reside within us. Recorded Live at Blue Hot Yoga in Swampscott, MA by Melissa Abbott author of “ Yoga Nidra Illuminated Art of Crafting Yoga Nidra for Yoga Teachers and Students”  link to Melissa Books, Yoga Classes, Podcasts, Cards, and Goddess Circles: https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott

Recorded live at Blue Hot Yoga by Melissa Abbott Yoga & Meditation Instructor - Sept 2023 Fall Equinox Yoga Nidra  The spring/fall equinox occurs when the position of the Sun is exactly over the Equator, marking the beginning of the spring/autumn season. During this time, the hours of daylight and darkness are nearly equal all around the world. It is a moment of balance and harmony, symbolizing the transition from the warmth and abundance of summer to the introspection and letting go of the approaching winter. The fall equinox invites us to reflect on the changes happening within and around us, to release what no longer serves us, and to find balance in our lives. It is a time to embrace gratitude for the blessings in our lives and to set intentions for the season ahead. Yogically, we want to address our processes as we transition from season to season, bringing balance and harmony into our lives finding that source and point of equanimity within ourselves. Season changes including the increase/decrease in the amount of light are a signal to animals, plants, and people, of changing seasons. We can use a Yoga Nidra to harmonize ourselves with the seasonal changes.   Melissa Abbott is the Author of “ Yoga Nidra Illuminated Art of Crafting Yoga Nidra Meditation for Yoga Teachers and Students” Yoga Nidra Illuminated Art of Crafting Yoga Nidra: A Guide for Yoga Teachers and Students https://a.co/d/6KRn1KT and  ” Tara Illuminated The Mandala of the 21 Tara’s” Tara Illuminated The Mandala of the 21 Taras: Includes 22 meditations, mantras, praises, teachings, syllables, and practice sequences that empower and uplift your life with the Female Buddha Tara https://a.co/d/aYwh9A4   For Links to Melissa Yoga Classes, Goddess Circles and Yoga Nidra Events https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott 

Summer Forest Bathing Yoga Nidra with Singing Bowl & Gong Soundbath   Recorded live at Blue Hot Yoga bluehotyoga.com in Swampscott, MA USA  by Melissa Abbott after a 75 min Hatha Yoga Class on July 2, 2023 Join Yoga Instructor Melissa Abbott for a transformative experience in her recorded live session of Forest Bathing Yoga Nidra Meditation with Healing Singing Bowl Soundbath. Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the Singing bowls and gong as Melissa guides you through a Yoga Nidra Meditation.  Let the healing vibrations of the singing bowls wash over you, promoting inner peace and rejuvenation. This unique combination of imaginative forest bathing, yoga nidra, and sound healing will leave you feeling refreshed, grounded, and connected to the natural elemental world. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to nourish your mind, body, and soul. Tune in now and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. 🌿🧘‍♀️🎶 #MelissaAbbottYogaandMeditation #ForestBathing #SoundHealing #MeditationJourney #yoganidra #singingbowls #chougong #melissaabbottyoga    

Recorded live June 21, 2023 at Blue Hot Yoga www.BlueHotYoga.com in Swampscott, MA after a Hatha Yoga Class taught by Melissa Abbott with Crystal Singing Bowls & Chou Gong Soundbath accompanying the Summer Solstice Yoga Nidra Meditation. The Summer Solstice is a time of Spirit and Expansion. The longest day of the year where the golden sun can magnetize and elevate your life within and without. Take  some time to go within and find your peace in a quiet place. Summer Solstice is the three days when the sun 'stands still' and nature seems to hold its breath while we bask in the light of summer!  Just as the sun pauses during this season, take some time to pause yourself allowing radiant rejuvenation and integration.  Listening on head phones is so great. Enjoy! Happy Summer , Shubha Melissa Abbott melissaabbott.com

Black Tara Who Destroys All Negativities Sadhana In this podcast, I am continuing my exploration of each of the Tibetan Vrajayana Buddhist practice of the Twenty-One Taras. Each of the Taras in the Mandala, provide ways to uplift ourselves and empower our journey in life. The practices are layers of teachings. The mantras are vibrational tools for transformation. There is great liberating and healing power to meditate on all the aspects of this beloved female Buddha. 
This particular Tara, the Tara Who Destroys All Negativities, is the 7th emanation of the 21 Taras. She provides you with the understanding of the malicious motives of both your inner complexes and those of others. This has the ability to allow you to guard yourself from taking in or creating negative energy. She helps you to overcome obstructed circumstances in your life and potential threats. These threats ( both inner and outer) are considered a type of demon in this tradition and are known as Maras. If you are honest with yourself, about your inner demons or Maras, the practice of this Tara sets up a beautiful vibrational dynamic to smash or cut through them. When you perform this sequence for yourself and others, you set up a powerful and vibrational reorientation of your being which is not only extremely protective from outside influences but also safeguards you from your own mental patterning. In this podcast, I discuss, teach and practice the sequence aiming to give you insight into the layers of this practice and how something so ancient as this can be just as vital in modern life. If you are interested in studying more about the Twenty-One Taras email me: melissaabbott109@gmail.com for upcoming schedule of in person and zoom groups. Kind regards, Shubha Melissa Abbott

Spring Equinox 2023 Radiant Lakshmi Yoga Nidra Meditation

In this Feminine Empowered Practice of Dark Red Victorious Tara we delve into The Vrajayana Tibetan Practice of calling upon the various emanations of the Compassionate and Uplifting 21 Tara Practices. This week we are investigating the Sixth Tara, Dark Red Victorious Tara.

16 Jnana Siddha Yoginis Yoga Nidra In this Feminine Empowered Yoga Nidra we invite the 16 Jnana Siddha Yoginis into our sphere of meditation. These Yoginis are from the Shaiva Tantra Tradition of Northern India where they were a popular practice over a 1000 years ago in the Swat Valley, high in their Himalayan Mountains of Kashmir. The Yoginis are messengers of a transitional primal power, the goddess, fierce compassion for change and upliftment and actually beyond the grasp of the conceptual mind. They are related to the elements and all the guises of our being. The Jnana Siddha Yoginis Practice help us recognize our own energies to push us through our blockages, samsara's, patterns, or issues. They are a source of our ability to love ourselves more deeply and feel the preciousness of our lives. Patreon Link: to join my 21 Tara Practices Study Group and support "Melissa Abbott Yoga & Meditation" Podcast and Goddess Studies: http://patreon.com/Melissaabbott  To find out about my In Person & Zoom Yoga, Meditation Classes, New Podcasts, and Events or Subscribe to my mailing list: https://linktr.ee/melissaabbott The Yoginis are elemental, inherent, pure, and true.  Much Love, Shubha Melissa Abbott