Transform Your Life with iRest ® : The Science and Art of Restorative Meditation
What is iRest®?
Integrative Restoration (iRest®) is a modern adaptation of Yoga Nidra that offers a structured, body-centered guided meditation practice designed for contemporary living.
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A body-centered guided meditation derived from the ancient tradition of Yoga Nidra, reimagined to suit the demands of modern life.
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A system for self-regulation and care, fostering inner peace, resilience, and holistic well-being across psychological, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
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An evidence-based healing modality supported by research, accessible to people of all backgrounds and life experiences.
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A synthesis of traditional yogic techniques with Western psychology and neuroscience, creating a comprehensive framework for transformation.
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A highly experiential approach that empowers practitioners through direct immersion in diverse practices and personal exploration.
Key Benefits
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A self-paced program you can follow at your own rhythm, either in a supportive group setting or on your own
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A blend of Eastern mindfulness and Western science, packaged into a practical, fully secular practice
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Rooted in the ancient yogic meditation of Yoga Nidra, updated for modern life
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Teaches you to regulate your own nervous system, so you can maintain calm, clarity, and health long after each session ends
Why iRest® Is So Effective?
iRest® offers a transformative approach that addresses your physical, psychological, and spiritual health all at once. By focusing on the whole person, it helps you build resilience, experience deep healing, and sustain lasting well-being.
Richard C. Miller, Ph.D
Clinical Psychologist, Author, Researcher & Yogic Scholar; Founder of the Integrative Restoration Institute (IRI) and Creator of iRest®.
How Can iRest® Help You?
Integrative Restoration (iRest®) offers a structured, experiential path to healing by addressing mind, body, and spirit. Practicing iRest can:
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Reduce Physiological and Psychological Distress
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Decreases hypervigilance and avoidance patterns
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Alleviates chronic pain and lowers hypertension
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Eases PTSD symptoms, anxiety, and depression
2. Enhance Rest and Sleep Quality
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Helps you fall asleep more easily and stay asleep longer
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Promotes waking up feeling rejuvenated and well-rested
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Grants access to deep rest beyond ordinary sleep
3. Strengthen Self-Regulation and Resilience
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Builds self-efficacy through repeated, safe inner explorations
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Cultivates resilience to navigate life’s ups and downs skillfully
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Improves stress management and emotional balance
4. Foster Mindful Presence and Inner Calm
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Encourages curiosity and peaceful engagement with each moment
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Helps quiet the mind, creating a calmer, more content inner world
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Provides relief in times of acute or chronic stress
5. Deepen Well-Being and Connection
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Connects you to the unbroken, whole part of yourself
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Cultivates feelings of happiness, light-heartedness, and connection
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Invites contentment through gratitude and an open heart
6. Facilitate Release and Natural Stillness
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Guides you to let go of tension and habitual thought loops
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Leads into deeper quiet, natural stillness, and inner peace
How do I know iRest® will help me?
Supported by more than 30 peer-reviewed clinical studies, iRest® delivers profound healing from PTSD, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances—all while cultivating enduring resilience and holistic well-being. As an evidence-based, non-pharmacological alternative to conventional drug therapies, iRest® empowers you to regulate your nervous system, restore balance, and reclaim your health naturally and sustainably.
Where is iRest® practiced?
Hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, military, Veteran’s Administration hospitals and outpatient clinics, Inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment
iRest® within the Military
Rooted in service to military personnel and veterans, iRest® began as an innovative response to the unique challenges faced by those returning from combat. In 2006, the U.S. Department of Defense partnered with Walter Reed Army Medical Center to rigorously evaluate this evidence-based adaptation of Yoga Nidra, developed by Richard Miller, PhD. The study confirmed iRest®’s effectiveness in helping Global War on Terror service members manage and alleviate PTSD symptoms, laying the foundation for its widespread use in promoting resilience, balance, and well-being.
Who Recommends the Practice?
Veterans and Military
• The US Army Surgeon General
• Defense Centers of Excellence (DCoE) for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury
