Tired of Being Tired? There Is a way out.

Discover a gentle, evidence-based meditation practice that helps you fall asleep easier, stay asleep longer, and wake feeling human again.

Enroll Today for 43% Off

Feeling Anxious, Exhausted, and Stuck in the Same Sleep Struggle?

You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it.

This past year has been full of job curveballs, financial stressors, and enough uncertainty to make even the steadiest among us wobble. And if you already deal with anxiety or lousy sleep? It can feel downright overwhelming.

Sure, doom-scrolling, binge-watching (and yes, sometimes binge-snacking) seem helpful in the moment… but they never actually fix the problem.

The Vicious Cycle No One Asks For

Anxiety has a sneaky way of sabotaging sleep. You crawl into bed hoping tonight will be different, only to find your mind replaying every night you didn’t sleep.

Then comes:

worrying about tomorrow
frustration that “nothing is changing”
the sense of being stuck in a loop you never signed up for

Poor sleep then shows up in your day. Making moods harder to manage, draining your patience, straining relationships, and leaving your energy running on fumes.

But here’s the good news: You don’t have to wait for a magical ‘someday’ to feel better.

Where iRest Really Helps

iRest Yoga Nidra meditation has been shown in multiple studies to:

reduce anxiety
improve sleep quality
increase total sleep time
make it easier to fall back asleep after nighttime waking

What makes iRest especially effective is that it doesn’t ask you to “turn off” your thoughts or relax on command (because if that worked, you wouldn’t be reading this).

Instead, iRest teaches you how to welcome sensations, emotions, and thoughts with spaciousness and ease. Even the uncomfortable ones.

This:

calms the nervous system
reduces the emotional charge behind stress
helps your body remember how to access restorative, nourishing rest

Many people feel grounded and centered after a single practice. And those who practice consistently describe a growing sense of “I can handle this”.

A quiet confidence that makes life’s ups and downs much easier to navigate. Even those annoying 2AM wake-ups.

Still curious? Check out my article on how it’s so helpful for stress and sleep.

Reconnect with Yourself & Find Peace Within

Nurturing yourself through iRest soothes the body, calms the mind, and opens the door to sleep that actually restores you. And when you’re more rested and at ease everything in life benefits. Your relationships, your patience, your sense of self.

… that’s why I’m offering this 6-week iRest Meditation Class at the lowest price we’ve ever had.

6-Week "Less Stress & Better Sleep"

iRest Meditation Class

Mondays | 6:00 – 7:15PM CST

January 5, 12, 19, 26 | February 2, 9

Register by Friday, Dec 5 for only $69 – that’s 43% off!

What’s included:

Free workbook
Guided at-home meditation recording
A warm, supportive space for beginners & seasoned meditators
Virtual access from anywhere

And just to be clear, this class complements therapy great but is not psychotherapy.

What to Expect

A Progressive, Supportive Learning Experience

Each week builds on the last, introducing another step of the iRest meditation process. As your understanding deepens, you’ll gain confidence and skills to begin practicing on your own.

How Each Class Flows

Brief teaching and discussion on the iRest step of the week
A full guided mediation (majority of the class)
Optional sharing – speak if you’d like, or simply listen
Kindness, clarity, and no pressure to “do it right”

Who should Attend

This class is ideal if you want to:

Improve your sleep
Reduce stress and anxiety
Strengthen emotional resilience
Feel more grounded and centered
Expand your self-awareness
Develop a rewarding, sustainable meditation practice

Appropriate for adults and teens ages 14+

Common Questions

Do I need meditation experience?

Nope. iRest meets you exactly where you are whether you’re brand new or experienced.

How will the meditation feel?

You may feel somewhere between wakefulness and sleep. Sometimes your mind may wander, that’s Normal. When you notice, simply return to the instructions with curiosity.

What if I can’t relax?

It’s very common. Instead of pushing relaxation, just be willing to relax. Even welcoming the difficulty is part of the practice.

Is it normal to fall asleep?

Yes! Many people are sleep deprived, and deep relaxation can bring on sleep. When you wake, just rejoin the instructions.

Is iRest religious?

No. iRest is secular and respects all ages, cultures, religions, and philosophical perspectives.

If I’ve taken this class before, will I still benefit?

Absolutely! Each practice is unique and ripe with new insights. Plus the more you practice, the better and deeper the rewards.

Still have questions? Contact:

Terri Stockdreher, LCSW, MPH at terri@bravelivingcenter.com or 504-952-2966

For more information about iRest Yoga Nidra, visit the iRest Institute.

Don't Wait for Calm to "Just Happen"