Herbs, Plant Intelligence & Yoga Nidra Healing

Oct 04, 2025

 In a world filled with stress and distraction, is there a healthy and natural way to find deep rest and profound healing?

David recently discussed how herbal medicine and Yoga Nidra can help on the Na'aleh Yoga Nidra Podcast.  Don't miss his episode, Herbs, Plant Intelligence & Yoga Nidra Healing.

In this episode, David and Ruthie discuss:

  • David’s background: Integrating Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Tibetan medicine
  • The role of deep rest and Yoga Nidra in healing
  • How relaxation therapies decompress tension and support the body’s natural intelligence
  • The importance of individualized methods for meditation and healing
  • Challenges for those with trauma or difficulty connecting to the body, and gentle approaches to integration
  • The historical and spiritual context of Yoga Nidra, including Tibetan traditions
  • The synergy between herbal medicine and mindfulness practices
  • The importance of context, preparation, and integration when working with plant medicines and entheogens
  • Practical advice for both beginners and advanced practitioners to deepen their healing journey

Herbs, Plant Intelligence & Yoga Nidra Healing

 

Listen now to learn how:

  • Healing is facilitated by creating conditions for deep relaxation and allowing the body’s innate intelligence to work.
  • Practices like Yoga Nidra, mindful herbal tea rituals, and listening to the heartbeat can help retrain the brain and nervous system.
  • Integration and consistency are key—there are no shortcuts to authentic spiritual growth.
  • For those struggling with trauma or anxiety, start with small, body-based practices and gentle herbal support.
  • The right practice is deeply personal; once found, it becomes the best teacher.

You can listen to David Crow's latest podcast interview here!

When you are done, explore David's body-based meditation practices further by taking the FREE Listening to the Heart Mini Course:

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