10 min
Express reset
A condensed 5-phase descent - perfect for a restorative nap or a reset before an appointment.
Sleep is a skill. Learn it.
Sovaluna
5 ancient practices. One deep sleep system. Backed by neuroscience.
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Included with Platinum · 7-day free trial · €129.99/year (save 46%)
The problem
You sleep a third of your life.
No one taught you how.
Pills numb the brain. White noise hides symptoms. Sovaluna trains your body - phase by phase, night after night - until deep sleep becomes a skill.
The creator
Kiran
Sleep expert • Breath coach
Kiran grew up in Rishikesh, at the foot of the Himalayas, between a father who taught breathing techniques and a mother who studied neurobiology. After studying neuroscience in London and fourteen months of insomnia at twenty, Kiran spent seven years travelling the world - yoga nidra in India, body-based therapy in Berlin, breathing techniques in Moscow and Paris, vagus nerve neuroscience in the United States - before a monsoon night in southern India brought the five pieces together.
“Deep sleep isn’t luck. It’s a skill. And you can learn it.”
The method
5 phases. One night of deep sleep.
Each phase unlocks one nervous system layer. From awake to asleep, in order.
Phase 01
Release
The body stores stress in muscles and tissue. This phase systematically dissolves that tension through guided, progressive release.
Informed by Peter Levine's body-based therapy & Jacobson's progressive relaxation
Phase 02
Regulate
Activating the rest-and-digest nervous system through specific techniques that help shift the body from alert mode to recovery mode.
Informed by Stephen Porges' polyvagal theory
Phase 03
Architect
Precise breathing rhythms that reduce physiological arousal and prepare the cardiovascular system for sleep onset.
Informed by Stanford rhythmic sighing research (2023)
Phase 04
Descend
A guided transition through the space between wakefulness and sleep, using techniques rooted in the oldest contemplative traditions.
Informed by Yoga Nidra & Vedic traditions
Phase 05
Immerse
A frequency soundscape designed to accompany and extend deep sleep phases throughout the night.
Informed by pink noise & deep sleep studies (Northwestern, 2017)
The origin
Seven years of research. One monsoon night. Five phases.
In a cabin in southern India, with no electricity after sunset, listening to rain on the roof, the five phases came together for the first time. Not as a theory. As a lived experience. Kiran slept nine hours that night. And the next. And the next.
Key takeaway
Sovaluna is the first structured deep sleep method built around 5 phases, blending neuroscience and contemplative traditions. In 21 days, the body relearns how to sleep - not as an accident, but as a repeatable skill.
Who it’s for
Sovaluna is designed for adults who:
- Take more than 30 minutes to fall asleep despite exhaustion
- Wake up at night and cannot stop ruminating
- Have tried sleeping pills, melatonin and sleep sound apps without lasting results
- Want a non-pharmaceutical approach with no dependency risk
- Understand that sleep is a skill, not luck
The evidence
Ancient wisdom meets modern brain science.
Each technique behind Sovaluna is backed by peer-reviewed research. Here’s the proof.
−58%
Reduction in anxiety symptoms with relaxation-based interventions
Mayo Clinic Proceedings
+80%
Increase in slow-wave deep sleep with acoustic stimulation
Sleep, 2014
−23%
Reduction in cortisol levels with heart-rate variability training
HeartMath Institute
Scientific sources
- Progressive muscle relaxation - Jacobson, E. "Progressive Relaxation" (University of Chicago, 1938). Recent meta-analyses: JAMA Internal Medicine, 2014
- Polyvagal theory - Porges, S. W. "The Polyvagal Theory" (W.W. Norton, 2011). Clinical applications: Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 2018
- Rhythmic sighs and physiological arousal - Balban, M. Y. et al. "Brief structured respiration practices enhance mood and reduce physiological arousal" (Cell Reports Medicine, Stanford, 2023)
- Acoustic stimulation of deep sleep - Papalambros, N. A. et al. "Acoustic Enhancement of Sleep Slow Oscillations and Concomitant Memory Improvement" (Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, Northwestern, 2017)
- Yoga Nidra and NSDR - Datta, K. et al. "Yoga Nidra: An innovative approach for management of chronic insomnia" (Sleep Science and Practice, 2021)
- Heart rate variability and sleep - McCraty, R. et al. "The Coherent Heart" (HeartMath Institute, 2009). Cortisol intervention: Stress and Health, 2018
The program
21 nights to sleep deeper.
Week 1 - Foundations
Try each phase on its own. 15–20 min per night.
Week 2 - Integration
Combine phases. 20–25 min per night.
Week 3 - Mastery
Full 5-phase sessions. 25–35 min per night.
Standalone sessions
5 Sovaluna sessions, on demand.
Beyond the 21-night program, Kiran offers 5 shorter sessions: when insomnia hits, after a long flight, or to catch up on sleep over the weekend.
28 min
Acute insomnia
For nights when the body refuses to let go. Extended phases 1 and 2, slow descent, prolonged soundscape.
22 min
Jet lag
Realigns the circadian rhythm after a time-zone shift. Practice during the day (NSDR) or before bed.
15 min
Night waking
When you wake up at 3am and rumination kicks in. Short-circuits arousal through vagal regulation.
35 min
Weekend recovery
A longer session to recover from chronic sleep debt. Practice as an afternoon nap.
How to start
Three steps to your first night.
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Download Nala
The free app is available on Google Play. Create your account in less than a minute.
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Start the Platinum trial
7 free days to test Sovaluna and the entire Premium catalogue. No card charged before the trial ends.
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Open Night 1
Put on your headphones, lie down, follow Kiran’s voice. Phase one begins.
Platinum pricing
€129.99/year after 7 free days
Sovaluna is exclusive to the Platinum tier (€19.99/month or €129.99/year, equivalent to €10.83/month). The 7-day free trial lets you test the full programme without commitment - cancel anytime via Google Play.
FAQ
Is Sovaluna available?
Yes. Sovaluna launched in April 2026 inside the Nala app. The 21-night programme and the 5 standalone sessions (express, acute insomnia, jet lag, night waking, weekend recovery) are accessible through the Platinum subscription, with 7 free trial days.
How much does Sovaluna cost?
Sovaluna is included in Nala’s Platinum tier: €19.99/month or €129.99/year (about €10.83/month). You get 7 free days to test the entire programme. Cancel anytime via Google Play.
Is Sovaluna meditation?
No. Sovaluna is a structured deep sleep method that draws from five disciplines (body relaxation, nervous system regulation, breathing, yoga nidra, sound therapy) without being any one of them. It is a discipline of its own.
What is the difference between the 21-night programme and standalone sessions?
The 21-night programme teaches the 5 phases progressively (week 1 foundations, week 2 integration, week 3 mastery). The 5 standalone sessions are tools to use on demand, without following the programme order: acute insomnia, jet lag, night waking, weekend recovery, and a 10-minute express version for naps.
How long is each session?
10 to 35 minutes. Programme sessions run 15-35 minutes (longer toward the end). Standalone sessions range from 10 (express) to 35 minutes (weekend recovery).
Do I need meditation experience?
None. Sovaluna was designed for people who have never meditated. Every phase is guided step by step by Kiran.
Is Sovaluna compatible with NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest)?
Yes. NSDR is a category that includes yoga nidra and the deep nap protocols popularised by Andrew Huberman. Sovaluna integrates these principles in phases 4 (Descend) and 5 (Immerse), while adding phases 1-3 (body relaxation, vagal regulation, breathing architecture). The Jet lag standalone session is specifically designed for daytime NSDR.
Who is Kiran?
Kiran is a sleep specialist and breathing architect. After studying neuroscience in London and seven years of research across India, Europe and the United States, Kiran created the Sovaluna method.
Does Sovaluna replace medical treatment?
No. Sovaluna is a wellness programme. It does not diagnose, treat or cure any disease. For persistent sleep issues, consult a healthcare professional.
Go further
Before or after Sovaluna: free resources
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Sovaluna is in Nala Platinum. 7 days free, then €129.99/year. 21 nights + 5 standalone sessions (express, acute insomnia, jet lag, night waking, weekend reset). Cancel anytime.
Sovaluna is not a medical device. The content provided does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a healthcare professional for any medical condition.