This next class does two important tasks in the body, relaxes into the PNS, does some initial Vagus Nerve Activation work, starts moving life force energy or sensuality in the pelvic floor, and can help you  (with anxiety & insomnia) by fall deeply asleep, or at least into a deep relaxed state.

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Wear comfortable clothes or be warm under a blanket

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It's a good idea to redo this class as necessary, especially if it really helps you relax and sleep.

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You can also do this at the beginning of the day if you add THE DIVING REFLEX exercises at the end, which will revitalise and revive your nervous system to awaken with a calm and relaxed energy for getting through the day, so make sure you have prepped your bowl of cool water  large enough to dip your entire face in at the end of the class.

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Being calm and relaxed in this way is not just useful for sleep, anxiety, relaxation or deep meditation, it is also useful to find balance before a stressful or very busy day, very similar to how many forms of Yoga Asana and physical practice can do the same thing!

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What you will require for Bliss Class

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A comfortable space where you can lie down, with cushions and blankets to create comfort as necessary (You can do this class in bed as well and drift off to sleep at the end!)

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• A space where you won't become cold during the class, as this will not allow for deep relaxation, make sure you are warm enough during the class

• Access to seeing the screen for the class, and speakers or headphones.

• An empty bladder before you begin

• Preferably not very hungry or too full as your nervous system will be too busy digesting, or asking you for food! So, best within an hour window of eating. (if you are a little peckish, a handful of nuts, or a banana or piece of fruit can be eaten just before class!)

• At least 90 mins of available time to complete the class

• A bowl of cool water large enough to dip your entire face into if you are doing the DIVING REFLEX work at the end of the class to move energised into your day (You don't need this if you are going to sleep!)

 

It's VERY IMPORTANT that at this stage the class is not done as any sort of foreplay, it is really about deep relaxation and using the energy for healing and nervous system regulation!

 

If you like to research things further:

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At this point, the book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk is a great read to understand how nervous system regulation and bodily trauma work together, especially if you'd like to understand how  trauma affects the nervous system and ultimately intimacy and states of deep pleasure etc.

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With life and laughter

Anne-Marie & The Intimacy Coach International Team