Candlelit Yoga Nidra Deep Relaxation with Sitar

Join yoga therapist & healer, Merry Trentadue and multi-instrumentalist, composer, and music educator Daniel de Lorimier for a magical evening of deep rest and healing in a candlelit, starlit sanctuary. Allow yourself to unwind and restore through a nurturing guided deep relaxation Yoga Nidra, enhanced by the rich, meditative sounds of live sitar. This unique experience is designed to cultivate deep relaxation, presence, and renewal. Immerse yourself in a profoundly restorative experience as Merry fills the space with healing light, guiding you to set your intentions (sankalpa) followed by a deeply relaxing Yoga Nidra meditation. This guided practice will calm your mind, ease tension, and support your body's natural healing abilities. The Raga music performed in traditional sitar playing dates back thousands of years to the ancient times of India, when great sages developed timeless melodies through spiritual discipline and union with nature. “Nadha Brahma” which translates to “sound is God” is the creed of all artists in this tradition. A Raga is essentially a musical deity that takes shape in the form of sound. It has tremendous healing and transformative power. The depth of this music combined with the acoustic mastery of the sitars’ 20 strings creates a most potent sonic journey. Yoga Nidra + immersive sitar soundscape is designed to regulate your nervous system, reduce inflammation, and boost your physical and mental well-being.  All you need to do is come, rest, and receive. What to Bring: * Your yoga mat and anything to support a comfortable shavasana (soft mats, pillows, bolsters, eye masks, blankets, etc.) * One bolster and blanket will be provided, but feel free to bring extra items for maximum comfort. * Dress in cozy, comfortable clothing. * Many like to bring an eye mask to cover for their eyes (there will be special ambient lighting projected onto the ceiling) Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to park, check in, and set up your space, so we may begin on time. Why Attend? While resting in a fully supported Savasana, you’ll be guided through Yoga Nidra, a practice known for quieting the mind, calming the nervous system, and enhancing overall well-being. Benefits include improved sleep, reduced stress, increased focus, and healthier routines. Intentions (sankalpas) set in this deeply relaxed state become even more powerful and transformative. Reserve Your Spot Early - This event often sells out, so save your spot early to experience this profound restorative journey. The Science Behind It: A study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine found that a one-hour sound meditation significantly reduced tension, pain, anger, fatigue, anxiety, and depression while enhancing spiritual well-being. (Psychology Today, 2019) Step into a space of deep healing and connection. We can’t wait to share this beautiful experience with you. Tickets: Early Bird: $37 • through August 13 Regular Price: $44 starting August 14 About the Facilitators: Merry Trentadue has been practicing yoga since moving to California from the East Coast in 2003. What began as a way to support her marathon running grew into a deep appreciation for yogic practices and philosophy. She is highly trained and certified as a C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, E-RYT 500 teacher, and YACEP education provider. “Yoga has expanded my awareness; I live from a more heart-centered place than ever before. It is an incredible honor to share it.” Of the many yogic paths, she feels most connected to Bhakti Yoga (the yoga of devotion) —leading Kirtan, training others, and founding The Soul of Yoga’s monthly Kirtan Club in 2018. Join her the 1st Saturday of each month! She is also a Direct Divine Light Healer, Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Metaphysician, and a gifted Sound Healer, offering a compassionate space for students to explore the connection of mind, body, and spirit. She shares her gifts in public classes and private 1:1 sessions. Outside the studio, Merry loves traveling (especially bhakti travel!) , the outdoors, Kirtans, and hugs. Daniel de Lorimier is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and music educator whose work bridges Western and Indian classical traditions. Originally from Salinas, California, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance with an emphasis in Jazz Guitar from San Francisco State University in 2018. Today, Daniel’s artistic focus centers on the sitar and the meditative, expressive qualities of Indian classical music. Drawing inspiration from both traditional raga performance and contemporary musical exploration, he creates immersive musical experiences that cultivate presence, reflection, and flow. His growing connection to yoga and mindfulness practices naturally complements his musical work, and he enjoys supporting movement, meditation, and contemplative spaces through the accompaniment of sitar. About the Soul of Yoga: The Soul of Yoga is a heart‑opening, consciousness‑expanding space rooted in ancient yogic wisdom yet enlivened by modern insights, dedicated to personal and collective transformation. 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