Welcome to the City of Stars sleep journey.
Get comfortable,
Turn off the lights and close your eyes as we begin this journey to a deep and peaceful sleep.
Taking a deep breath,
Allowing yourself to relax and let go as the world around you fades and a new world begins to unfold in your mind's eye.
You find yourself standing at the edge of a magnificent ancient city bathed in the soft glow of a thousand stars.
Above you the night sky is clear and only sprinkled with constellations so vivid they seem to whisper ancient stories.
Taking a step forward,
The sound of the cool cobblestones beneath your feet as you begin to wander through the streets of this mystical and beautiful city.
The air is crisp and fresh but you are bundled in a warm soft jacket.
There is a hint of something sweet carried on the breeze.
Night-blooming flowers that are opening just for you.
As you walk you come to a stone bridge.
You can hear the gentle murmur of a river flowing underneath.
It glistens under the moonlight,
Its surface reflecting the stars above.
It's almost as though the river is made of starlight.
The river's flow is steady and calming as it winds through the city like a shimmering ribbon guiding you on your journey.
The buildings of this ancient city rise around you.
Elegant structures of stone and crystal with soft warm glowing lights in every window.
The city is quiet and peaceful and yet it's alive with a subtle energy.
Gentle murmurs and happy laughter filtering their way down the cobbled streets where you walk.
You feel completely safe as you wander these streets.
You can feel the gentle hum of magic in the air.
A warmth that embraces you as you walk.
With each breath you allow yourself to sink deeper into relaxation.
Feeling the stress of the day melt away as you take in the beautiful city around you.
Finding your way back to this winding glistening river you stop for a moment listening to its soothing sound as it laps against the riverbank.
The city is nestled between towering mountains,
Their snow-capped peaks silhouetted against the night sky.
It is as though the mountains themselves seem to cradle the city,
Helping you feel even more safe and protected.
From your spot on the riverbank the city seems to stretch in every direction.
A perfect blend of nature and ancient architecture as though the stars themselves and magic has shaped this place.
The more you wander the more relaxed you feel in this safe place.
All the tension leaves your body and as you emerge to the entrance of the city you feel so incredibly light.
So light that a sensation starts to overcome you.
Wings begin to unfurl at your back and you feel as though in any moment you could rise off the ground.
These wings stretch from your back,
Large and strong,
Made of soft material that catches the moonlight and the stars above.
On your next deep breath you unfurl those wings fully,
Feeling the air catch against them,
And when you're ready you take flight.
Effortlessly you soar above the city,
The rooftops growing smaller and smaller and smaller beneath you.
The cool night air rushes past as you rise higher and higher.
The city of stars spreading out below you like a dream.
You feel so weightless and free as you glide through the night sky.
Far below you can see the river still winding its way through the city and out towards the mountains.
Its surface is like a mirror reflecting the stars and the glow of the warmly lit buildings.
And as you fly over,
You see yourself reflected in the obsidian-like depths of the river below.
You fly over grand plazas and quiet courtyards,
Lush gardens,
Tavernas,
And local people gathered together in celebration.
All illuminated,
All sparkling with the soft glow of the starlit sky.
In the distance you see the tall mountain peak rising above the city,
And something draws you towards it.
Something is calling for you to land here.
With ease you soar higher and further,
Heading towards its summit.
And as you approach,
You find a perfect perch near the top.
A flat ledge not covered by snow,
Where you can sit and take in the sweeping views before you.
Settling here,
You feel the grounding,
Protective energy of the solid rock beneath you.
Below,
The city of stars twinkles,
Serene and timeless.
And above you,
The blue and purple-hued sky is filled with the soft glow of shooting stars.
Each one leaving a delicate trail as it streaks across the heavens.
You watch in awe as the stars seem to dance across the sky.
Each one a reminder of the infinite possibilities that exist within and around you.
You feel the vastness of the universe,
And the deep peace of this moment.
As you sit on the mountain's edge,
The stars continue to fall,
Painting the sky with their gentle light.
You feel so connected to the energy of this special place,
Knowing that you are safe,
Supported and free to explore the endless potential of your own journey.
For a while longer,
You simply sit,
Watching the stars and feeling the gentle night breeze,
Allowing yourself to be completely present.
In this moment,
There is nothing to do but relax and absorb the beauty and peace that surrounds you.
Eventually,
The shooting stars begin to slow in the night sky.
And you can feel that you have become so very relaxed,
That if it weren't a little chilly up here on the mountaintop,
You might even fall asleep.
And so,
With a soft and steady breath,
You feel your wings stretch wide again,
Catching the gentle current of the night breeze as you prepare to descend the mountain.
You push off from the stone platform where you've been sitting,
And glide effortlessly,
Floating down the cool,
Starlit air.
And as you fly back towards the city,
You notice that one by one,
The warm,
Softly glowing light from the houses,
The gathered spaces and the plazas,
Begin to turn off one by one.
And as though the whole city is finally falling asleep.
Intuitively,
You follow the breeze to your own home,
The familiar rooftops becoming clearer and clearer,
Until you finally land softly on your balcony,
Where the door to your bedroom is welcoming you inside.
Your wings tuck back in towards your body,
And you step into your peaceful and quiet sanctuary.
Taking off your shoes and your soft coat,
You feel the plushness of the carpet beneath your toes.
The fireplace has warmed the room ready for you,
As the doors behind you to the balcony close for you.
You let yourself fully relax and unwind,
As the luxurious bedding and blankets invite you to rest.
You let yourself fully relax as you sink into the comfort of your bed,
Feeling safe,
Cozy,
And completely at ease.
There is not a thought in your mind that will distract you from falling asleep.
You already surrendered all of your worries,
All of your concerns to the night sky.
To the breeze as you flew across the city and the mountains.
You let your breathing slow down,
Becoming softer and more relaxed.
You're home now,
In this safe and quiet space,
Surrounded by the warmth of the crackling fire.
You can let your body melt into the softness of the bed,
Knowing that you are exactly where you need to be.
Let the energy of this mystical city settle into your being.
Knowing that you can return here whenever you wish,
To reconnect to the magic and endless possibility before you.
Allowing yourself to fall asleep and drift away like wings on a breeze.
