Listen To Sleep - Quiet Bedtime Stories & Meditations

Ama's Loom - A Story of the Weather of a Life

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An old woman weaves the weather of the world from a tiny house at the edge of everything — drought and rain, joy and grief, all of it intentional, n...

The Invisible String - A Story of Connection and Renewal

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spring has come to Taylor's farm, and she's finally planting the cutting garden she's been designing in her mind for years. A slow, dreamy story about...

The Boy Who Followed the River - A Story of Spring Rivers, Old Forests, and Finding Your Way Home

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A boy and his dog follow a swollen spring river deeper into the forest than they've ever gone, where an ancient cedar and the remains of a forgotten c...

Awaken Your Myth - A Story Before Sleep

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You can get my new book at https://awakenyourmyth.com/book/ The beautiful hardcover edition by Chronicle Books (illustrated by John Hersey) is av...

Mishka and the Bear - A Story for Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Different

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A dreamy story about a girl named Mishka who discovers that the things we believe are wrong with us are often the very gifts we were born to share. Le...

The Hearthkeeper's Daughter - A Story of Those Who Stay

05 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the cozy village of Coppervale, a young hearthkeeper named Wren sets out on a quiet hero's journey to carry a live ember through ancient forest and...

The Stone and the Luminous Ground - A Tale of Nature Revealing Itself

29 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A bedtime story about releasing the weight we carry without knowing it, and the luminous ground that has always been there beneath it. For anyone who ...

The Dreams of Thor - A Sleepy Norse Myth of the Silence Inside the Storm

21 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This sleepy new Norse myth follows the god of thunder into deep sleep. What does Thor dream when he finally lets go of his hammer? Your support is the...

One Good Thing - A Story about Finding Rest in a New Place

15 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This sleepy tale is about a dog named Sierra can't sleep in a new place until she's found her one good thing: the spot on the couch where she can see ...

The View from the Loft - A Day Watched from One Window

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A relaxing day observed from one window. Just the ridge, the creek, the changing light. No plot, no destination. The ordinary world, watched closely e...

The Last Light - A Story for the Beauty of Enough

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A lighthouse keeper spends her final night at work as a season of life comes gently to its close. A story about the beauty of letting go, the dignity ...

Loving Kindness Guided Sleep Meditation (A Cabin Classic)

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This sleep meditation fosters feelings of love, kindness, and compassion towards yourself and others, helping you to find inner peace and tranquility....

The Nightboat of Nanna - A Gentle Journey of Drifting Off

22 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by ancient Sumerian myth, this sleepy story follows an ordinary man invited aboard the moon god Nanna's night boat. It’s a slow journey thr...

Mindful Breathing for Sleep - Guided Meditation (A Cabin Classic)

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This gentle meditation will guide you through mindful breathing techniques designed to help you relax and fall into a deep and restful sleep. Your sup...

What the Mountain Remembers - A Journey through Deep Time

15 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy meditative story told from the perspective of a mountain that has witnessed millions of years. This gentle journey through deep time reminds ...

Bodhi and Joey and the Winter Creek

08 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the coldest winter the mountain has ever seen, Bodhi can’t find the voice of his creek and Joey discovers stars in snowflakes. A tranquil sleep s...

The Garden of a Thousand Wings - A Tale of Peace and Unity - Part Two

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of this two-part story follows five birds through seven mystical valleys as they learn to see across difference, to trust without knowing, an...

The Garden of a Thousand Wings - A Tale of Peace and Unity - Part One

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Part one of this two-part story follows five birds through seven mystical valleys as they learn to see across difference, to trust without knowing, an...

The Tale of the Sleepy Squirrel (A Cabin Classic)

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A cozy bedtime story from the enchanted forest of Sleep Mountain, nestled between rolling hills and towering mountains, where Snorlax the sleepy squir...

Six Letters - A Ritual of Looking Back and Stepping Forward

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A man approaching 60 spends the winter evenings before his birthday writing letters by hand to the person he was at each decade of his life. The ritua...

Ocean Waves Guided Sleep Meditation (A Cabin Classic)

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy this guided sleep meditation and the soothing sound of Pacific Ocean waves that I recorded myself to help you relax and fall into a peaceful and...

Ashi and the Raccoon - A Bedtime Story about the Patient Art of Building Trust

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A hungry raccoon discovers Ashi's evening routine at the mountain barn, but reaching the food requires a different kind of intelligence than cat-leapi...

A Starry Night's Lullaby (A Cabin Classic)

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this sleepy original story, young Lila embarks on a magical journey through a celestial dreamscape, guided by the enchanting melody of a lullaby wo...

Mission Bells at Vespers - A Sleepy Reflection on a Summer Evening

04 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Escape to a 1920s California mission at sunset in this peaceful bedtime story. Experience the meditative ritual of ringing vesper bells as a warm summ...

The Hidden Forest of Dreams (A Cabin Classic)

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A very sleepy original story about a sunset stroll on Sleep Mountain with the old man, Bodhi and Ninja. Your support is the cornerstone that allows me...

The Journey to Stillness - A Dreamy Norse Myth for the Turning Year

28 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Odin's quietest son on a sleepy winter journey through frozen forests and mountain villages. This reimagined Norse myth explores stillness, prese...

Toinette and the Elves - A Charming Holiday Fairy Tale (A Cabin Classic)

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A young girl named Toinette helps a friendly elf and receives the magical gift of invisibility with enchanted fern seeds, leading to an eye-opening ad...

The Shepherd's Fire - A Christmas Eve Story of Warmth Among Strangers

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On a cold Christmas Eve in the hills of Andalusia, a young shepherd named Amara tends her flock alone—until, one by one, lost travelers find her fir...

Following the Breath - A Guided Meditation to Help You Relax (A Cabin Classic)

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

My go-to mindfulness meditation for bringing me into our body and back to the present moment. This practice is perfect for bedtime or first thing in t...

Llama Trek to the High Valley - A Peaceful Journey through the Andes

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join a peaceful day-long journey through the Andes mountains, following a llama caravan from foothill villages to a hidden high valley. This guided sl...

Mama & the Cubs (A Cabin Classic)

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spend a warm autumn day with mama bear and her cubs in the madrone grove across the canyon. It's one of my first original stories for Listen To Sleep,...

The Owl and the Longest Night - A Winter Solstice Bedtime Story

07 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift through the longest night of the year with a small pygmy owl who watches from her oak tree as the forest settles into winter darkness. This gent...

Autumn Woods and Gentle Wisdom - A Mindful Bedtime Story About Nature and Self-Compassion

30 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On her weekly foraging walk through autumn woods, an herbalist connects with the quiet wisdom of mushrooms, flowing water, and ancient trees as she di...

The Stone Soup Night - A Dreamy Tale of Gratitude and Connection

23 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A cozy bedtime story about gratitude, community, and the warmth that multiplies when we share what we have. On a cold November afternoon, Eleanor harv...

Between Ocean and Sky - The Sleepy Journey of One Drop

16 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Follow a single raindrop through the complete water cycle in this immersive bedtime story—from the darkness deep underground to the bottom of the oc...

The Remembering - A Bedtime Story About Coming Home

09 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An old man discovers that the forest holds mysteries that begin to gently wake him up to his true nature. A cozy bedtime story about curiosity, wonder...

Taylor and the Last Pumpkin - An Autumn Love Story about Patience and Presence

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A gentle autumn romance about a woman who runs a pumpkin patch, her three very opinionated cats, and a hay ride that changes everything. It's all gold...

The Potter’s Hands - How Imperfect Things Teach Us to Hold What Matters

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A woman discovers the meditative art of pottery, learning that mastery comes not from perfection but from the patient practice of beginning again. Wit...

The Long Way Home - A Sleepy Tale of Two Dogs, a Mountain, and What They Learned Along the Way

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When two dogs get separated from their human during a mountain hike, they must find their way home through unfamiliar wilderness. This gentle hero's j...

The Meeting That Never Was - A Soothing Tale of Self-Discovery and Peace

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy tale of a man who boards a train to a cancelled meeting and finds himself walking through a park that exists slightly outside of time. It's a...

The Library in the Mist - A Foggy Coastal Village Sleep Journey

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Take a leisurely walk through fog-wrapped cobblestone streets to discover an ancient seaside library where rain drums softly on windows and ocean wave...

The Last Song of the Cranes - A Sleepy Flight Toward an Ancient Song

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy tale about a young girl who hears an ancient song and discovers what it means to carry both sorrow and joy, and to return home with a heart m...

Sofie of the Alps: Two Worlds, One Heart — An Autumn Tale of Weaving Solitude and Connection

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the quiet of the Alps, a young girl discovers the gifts of two different grandmothers. Their lessons show her how mountain stillness and village wa...

The Whale of the Silent Fjord – A Gentle Norse Bedtime Story

14 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into the hush of a Norse fjord where Thor and Loki ride upon a great whale into the heart of silence itself. This mythic sleep story blends anci...

Budi, Rudi, and the Cat at the Gate - A Cozy Bedtime Story About Friendship

07 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off with this gentle bedtime story about a girl, her dog, and the cat they meet one quiet evening. Together, they discover how friendship grows ...

One Quiet Song - A Bedtime Journey Into Stillness and Starlight

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Step inside a hidden observatory high in the mountains and drift among the stars on a quiet summer night. A gentle, immersive journey to help you let ...

A Quiet Glow - A Bedtime Story for the Hush Between Seasons

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A quiet possum wanders through the late-summer forest and discovers a kind of light that can’t be seen, only felt. This gentle bedtime story is fill...

The Water Between Us - A Sleepy Tale of Finding Common Ground

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off to sleep with this soothing tale of how curiosity and kindness can heal even the deepest divisions. In a valley where two communities have l...

The Secret of Seal Rock - A Sleepy Mystery on the Maine Coast

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Two brothers wake to a foggy Maine morning and follow a mysterious sound out to Seal Rock, discovering quiet clues hidden by the tide. A cozy, nostalg...

Night Train to the Temple of Peace

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embark on a mystical journey aboard a night train through the Himalayan foothills to Tsering Dewa Ling—the hidden sanctuary of long life and peace. ...

Taylor and the Island of Gentle Things

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this whimsical bedtime story, Taylor and her three curious cats spend a dreamy day exploring a magical island filled with sandcastles, mango groves...

The Seed That Slept for a Thousand Years

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A timeless bedtime story about a seed that sleeps in the heart of the earth for a thousand years before quietly beginning to grow. This meditative dre...

The Mask and the Mirror

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A wandering actor discovers a mysterious mask that reveals not only the hidden truths of others but the tender grief and shame he’s carried within h...

The Lighthouse in the Mist

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off to sleep with this calming guided meditation that takes you on a peaceful walk through coastal mist to a quiet sanctuary by the sea. Designe...

The Girl Who Drew the Moon's Breath

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A young girl sets out on a quiet journey to capture something invisible: the feeling of the moon’s breath, and in the process, she discovers a deepe...

The River of Dreams

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Float down a peaceful river in this guided meditation designed to quiet your mind and gently lull you to sleep. As you drift, you’ll practice mindfu...

The Fox Who Stopped Running

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After losing her mate, a once-fast fox finds herself unable to keep running. In the stillness that follows, she begins to discover that grief isn't so...

The Feather That Wouldn't Dry

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A curious duckling finds a mysterious feather and believes it holds the secret to flying—long before she’s ready. Her quiet journey down the creek...

The Silent Horn of Heimdall

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After the gods have vanished and the world has grown quiet, a young watchbearer is sent to sit where Heimdall’s horn once called across the realms. ...

A Home Beneath the Trees - Part Two

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of this sleepy tale, the forest begins to teach the man what stillness really means. Through rhythm, presence, and the quiet companionship...

A Home Beneath the Trees - Part One

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy tale about a man who leaves behind a lifetime of striving and begins a quiet new life in the forest with his two dogs. But as the silence dee...

The Sleepy Odyssey

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A gentle sea creature sets off on a dreamy underwater journey to rediscover a forgotten peace, meeting mysterious teachers and shedding old layers alo...

Kesh and the Trail of Stars

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A young woman follows a shifting star beyond the edge of her village and into a dreamlike forest filled with quiet challenges and unexpected wisdom. T...

Where the Wind Was Waiting

20 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A young thrush takes his first flight on a spring day, learning to trust the wind, his wings, and the quiet wisdom of the forest. In the stillness of ...

Yggdrasil's Quiet Well

13 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Settle in for a soothing Norse‑myth bedtime story where two women journey beneath Yggdrasil to heal its silent well. Rich with mindful imagery, roma...

Sleepy Wisdom: Finding Peace in the Present – A Journey Through the Tao Te Ching

06 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Experience a poetic journey that weaves ancient Taoist wisdom with evocative nature-inspired storytelling, guiding you toward deep, restorative sleep....

The Tree and the Falling Leaf

30 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A leaf gently drifts through seasons of change, softly discovering the quiet peace of letting go. As it returns to the earth, it finds deep rest in th...

Where the Sky Remembers

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carried by an unseen wind, a young weaver is drawn beyond the sky-threads of her home to a drifting island that exists only in moonlight. As she liste...

The Tides Between

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A grieving singer bound to the shore by an unfulfilled promise must find the courage to release what she’s held onto for too long. With the help of ...

Listening to the Creek - A Guided Sleep Meditation

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This guided meditation uses the deep, steady sound of a rushing winter creek to help you relax, let go, and ease into sleep. As you listen, you’ll b...

The Last Thaw

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An old woman takes a quiet walk to the creek at the end of winter, witnessing the slow thaw and reflecting on the nature of change. As the ice breaks ...

The Winter Garden

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A stranded traveler finds unexpected refuge in a secluded manor’s lush winter garden, where time slows and something quietly begins to take root. In...

Drift Away - A Tropical Beach Sleep Meditation

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off with the soothing sounds of ocean waves as you arrive at a tranquil tropical beach, settling into a cozy cabana with a warm breeze drifting ...

The Lantern Keeper

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A lighthouse keeper’s daughter embarks on a journey through the wild mountains to replace a shattered lens, facing the quiet trials of solitude, unc...

The Hermit of Hollow Glen

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A restless young fox searching for a legendary chest of wisdom meets a quiet old badger who offers no riddles, only silence and a warm cup of tea. As ...

The Traveler

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When a curious girl named Clara discovers a magical kaleidoscope that reveals enchanted worlds, it begins a journey of wonder, connection, and transfo...

Sleep Meditation - Soothing Discomfort with Gentleness

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This 20-minute relaxing meditation gently guides you to bring awareness to discomfort with curiosity and compassion, helping you shift your relationsh...

From Shelter to Sanctuary: Bodhi's Tale

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This sleepy tale is based on the true story of a loyal dog who recounts his journey from a forest litter to finding a loving home with his human compa...

The Winter Hearth

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A mother and her teenage daughter find solace in the rituals of tending their hearth through a long, snowbound winter, drawing strength from its warmt...

The Timeless Clock - A New Year's Tale

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy tale set in a snow-draped village, where a clockmaker and her grandson gather life’s fleeting moments within softly glowing timepieces.We’...

Night Train to the Northern Lights

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into deep sleep on a magical train journey through Norway’s snowy fjords and into the Arctic Circle, where cozy fires, hot springs, and the da...

The 8 Nights of Light - Part Two

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this soothing bedtime story, a workaholic lawyer rediscovers her Jewish heritage through eight mystical dreams during Hanukkah, each one revealing ...

The 8 Nights of Light - Part One

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this soothing bedtime story, a workaholic lawyer rediscovers her Jewish heritage through eight mystical dreams during Hanukkah, each one revealing ...

The Dragon's Fire

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this enchanting fairy tale, an unconventional prince and a mindful young royal join forces to free their siblings from a dragon, not through battle...

Sacred Snow Monkeys - A Japanese Garden Meditation for Deep Sleep

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Journey through the quiet transformation of a Japanese garden as rain turns to snow and back again, winding past ancient temple grounds where macaques...

A Home in the Hollow

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A solitary raccoon and a late-migrating robin find unexpected friendship in an old oak tree, sharing warmth and wisdom as autumn fades to winter. Toge...

The Desert's Memory

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy tale about two sisters who discover a mysterious stone arch in the desert that transports them into the past. They'll need to gather sacred p...

Cozy Autumn Cabin & Snowfall for Deep Rest - A Guided Sleep Visualization

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into relaxation on a peaceful autumn hike through a vibrant New England forest as the sun sets and snow begins to fall. This guided visualizatio...

The Library After Hours

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the hushed twilight of a Victorian library, a dedicated librarian discovers she can step through the pages of books into their worlds, finding sola...

The Whispering Wind Chimes

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover a hidden oasis of magic in the heart of a modern city, where enchanted wind chimes whisper long-forgotten tales to those who pause to listen....

Zephyr's Drift - A Gull's Journey to the Sea

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A young seagull born in an inland dump embarks on an unexpected journey to find the ocean, learning valuable life lessons from wise animals along the ...

Taylor's Harvest Moon Adventure

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Taylor and her magical cats on an enchanting autumn adventure through a mystical forest, where they dance with fairies under the harvest moon and...

The Fox's Starry Pilgrimage

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A soothing bedtime tale following an wise old fox on his mindful journey through an enchanted forest to the mystical Star Fields, encountering profoun...

The Sleepy Dragon's Journey

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join a young girl named Mira as she embarks on a peaceful journey to find an ancient dragon, learning the secrets of deep rest and inner calm. With ge...

Sophie's Alpine Haven

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off to sleep with this tranquil tale set in the majestic Swiss Alps, where a young orphan girl uncovers the wonders of mountain life. Experience...

Mountain Serenity - A Nature Visualization and Mindfulness Meditation

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Journey to a serene mountain landscape in this immersive guided meditation, where lush forests and vibrant summer meadows await to soothe your mind an...

The Mystery of the Vanishing Stream

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Follow Wooly the Bear through the Whispering Forest, where five unlikely friends embark on a heartwarming quest to save their home from a mysterious d...

The Forgotten Flame of Beltane

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A sleepy journey into the magical realm of Scottish folklore, where Rowan the bard must rekindle an ancient fire to restore balance to the land. This ...

More Peaceful Days and Nights - A Guided Mindfulness Meditation

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This guided practice invites you to explore your present moment experience with curiosity and compassion, gently investigating the nature of sensation...

Alba & The Giant's Castle

11 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This original bedtime story is a magical tale of a young princess who discovers that true strength lies not in perfection, but in kindness and diversi...