Healing Sleep: A Soothing Escape For Anxiety Relief

Release anxiety and find peace in tonight's guided sleep meditation.

You are listening to Healing Sleep.

High atop a tranquil Himalayan mountain escape,

You find refuge at a special resort where open walls and cool stone floors allow the moonlight to pour in freely.

As your anxiety fades into the night,

You have the chance to reimagine the life you wish to lead in a healing room created just for comfort.

Fall asleep in this airy escape,

Feeling safe,

Comfortable,

And free of all cares and anxiety as you welcome deep,

Restorative healing.

Approach this practice with self-compassion and kindness.

Your body is always doing its best and sometimes worries may get out of control.

But tonight,

You will reclaim your power in the sanctuary of your room and mind.

You may find deep healing in the hours of sleep that will soon arrive.

It's time to dream away.

Welcome to Michelle's Meditation Sanctuary.

I am Michelle and as you listen,

Think of me as a dear,

Trusted friend and confidant.

Your best interests are in mind always and I am here to help you come down from your day in a loving,

Nurturing way.

This is your sacred time to step away from the world and delve into your inner sanctuary.

As you settle into this peaceful space,

Allow yourself to fully release the weight of the day.

There is no need to rush,

No need to do anything at all.

Just simply be.

And you may find yourself focusing on my words or eventually losing yourself in the quiet pauses between them as you fade to sleep.

Each breath you take deepens your relaxation.

With every inhale,

You feel your lungs filling,

Used to their greatest capacity.

And with every exhale,

You let go a little more.

This is your time,

Your place of comfort.

As we begin,

Let's focus more on each breath.

Come back to yourself in this safe space where you can feel all you need to feel and let it go,

Knowing that you are being tended to and cared for.

The gift you deserve at the end of every day.

Now bring to mind the worries that have been holding you tight.

Imagine them as gossamer-thin strands of light,

Delicate and shimmering,

Tangled within you.

These strands of fear and concern loosen as you exhale in a sigh,

Lifting from your mind like corn silk on a gentle breeze.

With each breath,

They drift higher,

Drawn into the vast expanse of a crystal clear,

Starry blue-black sky.

You watch them unravel,

Dissolving into the night far beyond your reach.

And in this moment,

You realize there is beauty in having these thoughts and recognizing how easy it is to detach yourself from them and visualize them floating into a space where all things go when they are no longer needed.

For beyond your mind and body,

Beyond your room,

Beyond this world,

There is infinite space that may hold them.

And for you,

It is so easy,

Because there's nothing more to do.

Just breathe.

Just be.

Just be.

Continue to inhale,

Maybe yawn,

And then sigh.

Each breath invites more space within you.

Every inhale nourishes,

And every exhale releases.

If you were to adjust the sails of your mind,

You would align with the peaceful winds,

Saving resistance for another time.

Tonight,

You surrender to this easy moment,

A gentle current of stillness.

You trust yourself.

You trust this night.

So much support and love and kindness was required along the way for you to be here now.

Now,

Even all the things that went unnoticed have helped you come to this point of comfort.

So inhale,

Maybe yawn,

And sigh,

As you drift deeper into tranquility,

Lighter and freer with each breath.

Peace begins to permeate each cell in your body,

So at the core level,

You feel transformed,

Not in a radical way,

But in a way that feels gentle,

As easy as the incoming tides of a cove.

With each new breath,

Your cells communicate with one another,

Taking guidance from you like villagers throughout your body.

This word of peace spreads.

Visualize your cells responding as you invite them to stand down and enjoy this nightly holiday meant for restoration and feeling better.

Because you deserve to feel better.

And you absolutely deserve to feel good.

Now,

Gently scan your body,

Bringing awareness to any areas holding tension.

Start at the crown of your head and soften your forehead.

Release your jaw,

Let your shoulders drop,

And feel a gentle wave of relaxation cascading down your arms and hands.

Your chest expands with ease.

Your stomach unknots and your legs grow heavy as your feet connect with this wave of circular energy around you,

Surrounding you like a soothing orb,

So that you are protected from any interference from the outside world and can go deeper within.

Every inch of you is safe,

Supported,

And ready to let go.

Should any other thoughts drift through your mind or try to linger,

Looping endlessly,

Transform them into tiny capsules,

Each one holding a thought or worry.

And you may hold them in the palm of your hand,

Feeling their weight.

With a deep breath,

You release them.

They become lighter and scatter in the air,

Shrinking and dissolving into shimmering strands,

Carried away like silken threads of a web catching the wind.

They drift far,

Far beyond your reach,

Unraveling into the vast unknown,

Where they no longer weigh you down.

And as you watch them go away,

You realize that you are not your thoughts.

You are not your anxiety,

And you are not your worries.

Right now,

You offer yourself kindness,

Just as you would comfort a dear friend.

You remind yourself that you are doing your best.

You are worthy of rest.

You are worthy of peace.

No matter how chaotic things may seem at times,

You are not the chaos,

And you are certainly not bound to it.

You are a singular entity that is safe in the here and now.

Now visualize yourself standing on a quiet mountain path,

High in the heart of the Himalayas.

This may be a region you've never explored and are not quite familiar with.

But being taken out of the familiar allows for your brain to adapt to a new environment,

Breaking the cycle of routine thoughts and concerns.

The world around you is hushed,

Except for the distant chime of temple bells carried by the wind and the rhythmic murmur of a river winding through the valley below.

The air is cool and crisp,

Tinged with the scent of pine and the faintest whisper of jasmine.

A soft mist clings to the slopes,

Dissolving as the late afternoon sun pours fiery magenta light over snow-capped peaks.

You inhale deeply,

And you can practically feel every pristine molecule of oxygen filling your lungs and awakening your senses.

Every breath tastes pure,

Like cold spring-fed water infused with the mineral essence of untouched nature.

In this burden-free refuge,

You focus only on the path ahead.

In this place that people have come to for centuries in search of deep restoration.

With effortless steps,

You journey forward.

The ground beneath you,

A mix of smooth stone and ancient weathered wooden steps,

Is a delicate breeze that caresses your skin,

Cool yet invigorating,

Bringing promises of safety and comfort.

Soon,

The landscape shifts,

Opening into a secluded resort nestled against the cliffs.

Its glass walls reflecting the endless blue sky.

Atop a hill,

A concrete building with a sturdy frame gives way to endless glass walls and windows that overlook the mountain views.

The modern dwelling is seamlessly woven into the majesty of the mountains,

Carefully designed to feel like it has always belonged here.

Just the same.

As you step onto the resort property,

A sense of belonging permeates your soul.

At the entrance,

You are warmly greeted.

The staff's presence is kind and intuitive.

Their voice is low and melodic.

They're simply here for support as they guide you inside,

Where the very air is curated for healing.

The corridors are long and open,

Their floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping views of rolling emerald valleys bathed in sunset hues.

The air moves freely here,

Circulating with angelic grace and soft,

Soothing whispers.

Never stagnant,

Always fresh.

The mountain air offers a loving touch,

Caressing your skin and face with reassurance.

Its presence reminds you of how good it can feel to be in your body.

You wear something light,

A flowing fabric that moves effortlessly with each step,

Bringing awareness to every part of your body as you revel in this freeing sensation.

Perhaps you've forgotten how light and carefree you may feel.

Each movement feels unhurried,

Your body already responding to the energy of the sacred retreat.

The floors are smooth beneath your feet,

A polished stone that is cool against your soles as you walk barefoot.

The lighting is gentle,

Deep orange gold pools of illumination casting elongated shadows that sway like candlelight.

You continue down a hallway lined with handcrafted wooden doors,

Their dark grains rich and inviting.

Each one leads to a healing suite that offers comfort,

Comfort,

Privacy,

And deep renewal.

And then,

You reach your own.

As the door opens,

The space welcomes you with a sense of familiarity.

The room is breathtaking,

Designed with simplicity and luxury in perfect harmony.

Walls of glass frame the moonlit mountains,

Casting silver beams across the floor.

A high,

Inviting canopy bed rests in the heart of the sparsely furnished room,

Dressed in sheer fabric.

A woven rug covers the floor with silky meditation pillows scattered in a circle that offer a place for reflection and indulging in sunrises and sunsets in peace.

You are drawn to the bath,

An oversized soaking tub set near an open-air terrace.

The water is quite warm and infused with botanicals as delicate tendrils of steam rise into the cool night air.

The transition from the stone floors and billowing garments and air to the silky,

Healing water couldn't feel more welcome.

The moment you sink beneath the surface,

Your body unravels,

Tension melting into the warmth.

The scent of lavender and chamomile surrounds you as the crisp mountain air hits your nose,

Softened by the steam.

You close your eyes,

Feeling weightless,

Every muscle unwinding as the water cradles you.

Bubbles swirl around you,

Their delicate shapes rising and breaking in shimmering bursts.

But this isn't an ordinary bubble bath.

It has transformative powers.

Within each bubble,

You observe scenes of yourself,

Like tiny films projected onto their iridescent surfaces or like miniature holograms playing out key moments of joy and passion in this life.

These bubbles capture the happiest moments of your lived-in experience,

As well as all the things you would do if you lived an empowered life on your own terms.

Encouraged,

Inspired,

Supported.

More bubbles rise and more stories unfold.

You see yourself walking along the ocean's edge,

Your footprints swallowed by the tide.

Not worried about what comes next.

You see yourself embracing someone dear,

Feeling their warmth,

Their love,

Their presence.

You see moments of passion,

Of purpose,

Creating,

Exploring,

And living.

Each vision is a glimpse of a life,

Burdened by worries and fear.

Your energy is your currency.

Once spent on worry,

You now have great reserves in your hands.

An abundant,

Golden reservoir of potential.

And now you choose to spend it well.

Instead of imagining or anticipating the worst,

You allow yourself the grace and freedom to imagine the best.

No longer depleted by overthinking,

No longer drained by doubt,

You invest your energy into what truly fills you.

Into joy,

Into connection,

Into dreams that may have faded beneath the weight of daily routines but now sparkle.

They feel within reach,

Awakening the parts of you that feel most alive and that make this singular life special.

No longer distant thoughts,

These calming visions and hopes.

Are now within reach,

Protected within these magical,

Iridescent spheres.

As the bubbles dissolve,

The images linger in your mind,

Their warmth settling in your body.

They conjure waves of soft,

Heartwarming energy that flows through you as you feel grounded in this reminder that you have the power to choose where to direct your energy.

You decide.

You are the artist of your dreamscape,

Of your inner sanctuary.

You are no longer bound by anxious thoughts.

You are free.

As the bathwater cools ever so slightly,

You decide to rise and dry off with a plush towel waiting beside you that happens to be in your favorite color.

You step out of the tub and dry off,

And then wrap your body in an airy robe,

Cinching the belt around your waist,

In what feels like a supportive and loving hug.

The scent of the botanicals still lingers on your skin as you move toward the bed,

Its inviting softness promising deep,

Restorative sleep.

Your robe ripples with each graceful step as your body becomes heavier and your mind lighter.

The moon hangs high above the snow-capped mountains,

Casting its perfect silver glow across the valley.

In this tranquil moment,

The gentle sounds of the Himalayan winds join your deep,

Healing breaths.

You feel more peaceful than you've felt in such a long time.

Peace resonates deep into your bones and offers pristine clarity in your mind.

Your mind is as clear as the night sky,

As clear as the glacial lakes found throughout the area.

Tranquility weaves its way through every muscle fiber and organ,

As vitality flows through your veins and arteries,

And you silently celebrate the wonder that is you.

Your body does so many things right in order for you to be here,

Right now,

Even when you don't pay attention,

It continues to keep you alive,

Doing its best to keep you safe.

You appreciate your body for every wonderful thing it's done to bring you to this perfect place for rest.

As you continue to walk through the bedroom,

Sheer curtains dance against the floor-to-ceiling windows,

Encouraged by the mountain breeze to elegantly ebb and flow.

They give a beautiful example that stays with you of what it's like to surrender and go with the flow.

You approach the windows and peer out,

Basking in the moonglow.

As you take in the vista,

Your attention turns to your hands,

You notice how still they are,

How steady,

Every nerve cell in your body has taken your invitation to enjoy a moment of tranquility.

You enjoy this restorative night and holiday.

The lunar light casts an ethereal,

Pearly glow on your hands as they remain steady and then gently fall and land at the sides of your soft robe.

You inhale the crisp air,

Every molecule of oxygen traveling to your lungs and dispersing throughout your body,

Helping you to stand down,

To relax.

To enjoy this enchanting retreat.

Peace is no longer just an idea,

But something tangible.

Something alive in your bones,

Woven into your breath,

Settled deep in your soul.

Tonight,

You are home within yourself,

And when you are home within yourself,

It doesn't matter what happens outside,

For you always have some place safe to go.

You turn away from the window,

The cool air caressing your skin as you move toward the bed,

Longing for the warmth of its weighted comforter.

Every step feels as though you are hovering above the stone floors,

As once more,

You embrace a feeling of lightness,

Floating,

Wafting through the Himalayan air.

The canopy above drapes in sheer,

Weightless fabric,

Undulating with a night's soft breath.

Moonlight filters through,

Casting delicate patterns across the bed,

Shifting,

Swirling,

Changing with every whisper of the wind.

The cement walls,

Vast and cavernous,

Have a soft sheen and give a deep sense of protection.

You peel back the covers and climb upon the bed.

The linen sheets welcome you with their feathery touch,

Cool yet warming,

As they can form around your body.

The mattress cradles you as you surrender into its support.

It offers the ideal balance of firmness and give,

Matching your needs and preferences as you settle.

Every muscle,

Every fiber of your being softens in gratitude.

You have arrived at this moment of complete rest,

With nothing left to do but let go.

The room around you dissolves into pure sensation,

Softness,

Warmth,

Comfort.

The hush of stillness carries you deeper into tranquility.

As you separate yourself from the outside world,

Going deeper within,

You have never felt lighter or more at peace.

The vastness of the space around you mirrors the spaciousness within.

As your mind expands beyond thought,

Beyond worry,

Into the boundless serenity of the dreams that will guide you through this night and inspire your waking life.

You are aware and open to all that you long for,

And all that is possible with a clear mind and open heart.

Your breath slows,

Aligning with the steady rhythm of the night.

Your body grows heavier,

Sinking deeper into the bed.

And the gentle weight of the comforter presses upon you like a loving embrace,

Grounding you in the safety of this sanctuary.

Everything around you fades like a mist lifting from the Himalayan peaks at dawn.

The last remnants of the day dissolve into the quiet,

Carrying you like wisps of clouds retreating into the sky.

And as this world dissolves and you glide into your sleeping life,

I am going to count you down to deep,

Healing rest.

The night holds you and uplifts you with possibilities.

Your limbs grow heavier,

Infused with deep,

Tranquil stillness.

The moonlight shimmers,

Wrapping you in its silvery glow,

With a promise of magical dreams.

Your breath is as effortless as the breeze,

Guiding you deeper and deeper into peace.

One,

From the ground of your head to the soles of your feet,

You welcome the incoming waves of sleep.

Sleep comes easily now,

Soft and welcoming,

As you slip into the vast,

Infinite sanctuary of the night.

Finding bliss,

Finding hope,

Finding encouragement,

Finding sleep.

It's time to sleep.