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it's Eric welcoming you back

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to another relaxing episode of

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Listen to Sleep. Well

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it's June and that means

2:22

it's LGBTQ plus pride month

2:25

again and I

2:27

want to take a minute to thank all

2:29

of you who listen and support me to

2:32

tell you how proud I am of you.

2:36

Whether you're a member of

2:38

the LGBTQ plus community or

2:40

an ally, I am

2:42

so grateful that you are here. I'm

2:45

so happy we have this

2:48

welcoming space where anyone can

2:50

come for an inclusive sleepy

2:52

story or meditation. And

2:55

I've heard from so many of you

2:58

that you love this space as much

3:00

as I do. Sure

3:03

I've heard from some listeners who

3:05

wonder why I don't just keep

3:07

my gay identity to my sense.

3:11

Well they don't usually put

3:13

it quite that nicely but

3:16

that doesn't really bother me. It's

3:19

not about me. But

3:21

when it's asked kindly that

3:24

is a fair question so

3:26

I'd like to answer it. Tonight

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somewhere in the world there

3:31

is a kid who is laying

3:33

awake feeling terrible

3:36

about themselves because

3:39

they were bullied for who they are.

3:42

As a matter of fact LGBTQ

3:45

plus youth are

3:47

twice as likely as their

3:49

straight peers to have difficulty

3:52

falling asleep. In

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the 70s and 80s I

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was that kid And I

3:59

came out. And. Nineteen eighty Eight

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because I didn't want anyone

4:03

else to have to go

4:05

through what I went through.

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I'm happy to say a lot

4:10

has changed since then. But.

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We've still got a long way to

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go. So if

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you know someone who

4:19

identifies as Lgbtq plus

4:21

or as an ally

4:24

of our community, I

4:26

would so appreciate it if you would

4:28

reach out and share the podcast with

4:31

them. Visibility.

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Matters. And as

4:35

long as there is breasts

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and my lungs hobbies you

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working to make sure that

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no Lgbtq plus person feels

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like they have to hide

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who they are ever again.

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Tonight. I have a

4:54

soothing sleep meditation for

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you were you enjoy

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a serene journey to

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a tropical island with

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a tranquil sunset, walk

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along the beach before

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arriving at your cozy

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guest house. And

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she gave up at the

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starry skies. Through the skylight,

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he'll be gently guided intuit

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deep and rest of sleep.

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Now. I don't know how you're

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Just take a moment to

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settle in to a nice

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constable processor. Allowing

6:57

the bodies to find a

6:59

gentle still mess. And

7:02

taking a few

7:04

deep cleansing breaths.

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Inhaling. Deeply through

7:12

the nose. Filling.

7:15

The lungs. And

7:17

exhale and slowly through

7:19

the mouse. Releasing

7:21

any tension that the body

7:24

may still be holding on.

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And as you continue

7:40

to breathe deeply and

7:42

evenly, Just.

7:45

Allow your eyes to

7:47

chancellor close. know

8:00

Picture yourself standing on the

8:02

deck of a small boat,

8:05

gently rocking on the

8:07

calm turquoise waters of

8:10

a tropical bay. The

8:14

sun is beginning its descent

8:16

toward the horizon, casting

8:19

a warm golden glow

8:23

across the water. You

8:27

can feel the soft breeze on

8:29

your skin. It

8:32

carries the slight scent of

8:34

salt and tropical

8:36

blooms. The

8:39

ocean is like glass

8:42

as the boat gently glides

8:45

out of the bay toward

8:47

a distant island, lush

8:51

and inviting, surrounded

8:54

by white sandy beaches. As

9:02

the boat draws closer, you

9:05

can see the island's vibrant

9:08

greenery more clearly.

9:12

A beautiful forest of

9:14

palm trees and

9:16

flowering plants swaying

9:19

gently in the breeze.

9:23

The sound of the waves, softly

9:27

lapping against the shore,

9:30

begins to grow more

9:32

distinct, blending

9:35

gently with the

9:37

calls of distant sea birds. The

9:44

boat comes to a stop at

9:47

a small wooden dock. You

9:51

step off the boat and

9:53

onto the dock, feeling

9:55

the warmth of the sun-soaked

9:58

wood beneath your feet. feet.

10:03

You take a moment to simply

10:05

take it all in, and

10:09

breathing in the pure,

10:11

invigorating air of

10:13

this tropical paradise, you

10:16

look around and

10:18

notice a narrow path leading

10:21

away from the dock, inviting

10:24

you to explore. You

10:32

begin to walk along the path,

10:36

the soft powdery sand

10:39

shifting gently beneath your

10:41

feet. The

10:44

path winds through a grove

10:47

of tall palm trees, their

10:50

fronds creating a dappled

10:53

pattern of light and

10:55

shadow on the ground. You

10:59

feel a sense of calm

11:02

and serenity washing

11:04

over you with each

11:06

step, as

11:08

if the island itself

11:11

is welcoming you. Emerging

11:17

from the grove, you

11:20

find yourself on a

11:22

wide, pristine beach. The

11:26

sand is soft and cool

11:28

beneath your feet, a

11:31

soothing contrast to the

11:33

warmth of the setting sun. The

11:37

ocean stretches out before you, a

11:41

vast expanse of clear,

11:44

azure water gently

11:47

undulating in the

11:49

light breeze. The

11:52

rhythmic sound of the waves breaking

11:54

on the shore is

11:57

like a lullaby, calm and calm.

11:59

streaming and constant. You

12:05

begin to walk along the

12:07

shoreline, the

12:10

water lapping at your feet

12:12

with each step. The

12:16

sensation is cool and

12:18

refreshing, grounding

12:20

you in the present

12:22

moment. As

12:25

you walk, you

12:27

notice that the sky is

12:30

changing colors. The

12:33

golden hues of sunset

12:36

are deepening into shades

12:39

of pink, orange,

12:42

and lavender. The

12:45

horizon is painted with

12:48

the soft pastels of dusk,

12:51

creating a breathtaking canvas

12:54

that seems to stretch endlessly.

13:04

The beach curves gently,

13:07

leading you toward a

13:09

small secluded cove. Here,

13:14

the waves are even

13:16

gentler, whispering

13:18

their secrets as they kiss

13:21

the shore. You

13:25

take a moment to pause and

13:28

watch the sunset as

13:30

the sun becomes a glowing

13:32

ember sinking into

13:34

the ocean. The

13:38

sky is ablaze with color

13:40

now, and

13:42

you feel a profound sense

13:44

of peace and gratitude

13:47

for this moment of natural

13:50

beauty. The

13:54

last sliver of the sun is a gentle, green flash. One

14:00

disappears below the horizon,

14:04

and the first stars begin

14:07

to twinkle in the

14:09

darkening sky. You

14:13

continue your walk, following

14:16

the curve of the beach, until

14:19

you reach a winding path

14:23

that leads up a

14:25

gentle slope. The

14:28

path is lined with

14:31

fragrant tropical flowers, their

14:34

sweet scent mingling with

14:36

the salty tang of

14:38

the ocean breeze. You

14:43

follow the path up the

14:45

gentle slope, the

14:48

soft sand giving

14:50

way to smooth, weathered

14:52

stone. At

14:55

the top of the bluff, you

14:58

find a quaint guesthouse,

15:02

its white walls glowing

15:04

softly in the twilight. The

15:09

guesthouse is surrounded by

15:12

a lush garden, and

15:15

from this vantage point you

15:18

have a panoramic view of

15:21

both the ocean and

15:23

the star-filled sky. As

15:30

you approach your guesthouse, feeling

15:33

a sense of

15:35

anticipation and comfort,

15:39

you find the door is

15:41

slightly ajar, welcoming

15:43

you inside. You

15:47

step over the threshold and

15:50

into a cozy, inviting

15:52

space. The

15:56

interior is simple, Yet

15:59

elegant. with

16:01

soft constable furnishings.

16:04

And a large window and

16:06

offers a breathtaking view of

16:09

the ocean below. You

16:13

walk through the guesthouse. Drawn.

16:16

Toward the beautiful staircase that

16:18

leads to the upper floor.

16:23

As you climb the stairs. You

16:26

can feel the cool smooth

16:29

would beneath your feet. At

16:32

the top of the stairs. He

16:35

find a spacious bedroom. With.

16:38

A large, comfortable, As

16:43

you step into the bedroom.

16:46

And last, the door behind you.

16:50

A sense of com. Envelops

16:52

you. The.

16:55

Walls or Pay did in

16:57

a soft creamy you. Gently.

17:00

Reflecting the moonlight streaming

17:03

through the skylight above.

17:08

The. Bed. Positioned.

17:10

Perfectly beneath the skylight.

17:13

Is dressed in fresh

17:15

white places. And

17:18

plush down filled pillows

17:20

that look so when

17:22

fighting. A

17:26

thick woven black. History

17:28

to cross the foot of the bat.

17:32

Adding. You touch him for months. And.

17:38

Beside. Your bed. A

17:40

small wooden night. Oh

17:43

so gently. flickering candle.

17:47

Casting. A warm and

17:49

golden glow. The dancers across

17:51

the room. A

17:55

maze of fresh tropical

17:57

flowers, Sits. Next to

17:59

the can. Their.

18:01

Delicate fragrance. mingling,

18:05

With the breeze drifting in

18:07

through the open window. The.

18:10

Soft Russell Ain't enough the

18:12

palm leaves outside. And

18:15

so natural lullaby to

18:18

the already so recent

18:20

atmosphere. In

18:24

the corner. A cozy

18:26

armchair, With. A plush

18:29

needed throw invites you

18:31

to sit and unwind.

18:35

A small bookshelf, sides

18:37

chair holds a selection

18:40

of well loved box.

18:43

Their spines worn from

18:45

many nights of gentle

18:47

reading. A

18:50

move and rog. Soft.

18:52

Underfoot: Covers.

18:54

The wooden floor. Adding

18:57

an extra layer of comfort

18:59

to the space. The.

19:04

Room feels like a

19:07

sanctuary. A

19:09

perfect blend of simplicity

19:11

and comfort. Inviting

19:14

you to relax deeply.

19:16

And surrender. To. The

19:19

peaceful embrace of sleep,

19:24

You change into sauce

19:26

Constable Night Close. And

19:29

slide into the best. Feeling

19:33

the cool crisp sheath

19:35

seconds to skin. A

19:39

bed, Is perfectly.

19:43

And you feel yourself

19:45

sinking into it's embrace.

19:48

Your body relaxing

19:51

completely. Geese

19:54

up with the stars through

19:57

the skylight. Feeling.

19:59

it deep sense of

20:01

tranquility and gratitude.

20:07

As you lie there, watching

20:09

the moon rise, with

20:12

its silvery light illuminating

20:14

the room, the

20:17

moonlight creates a

20:20

serene, magical

20:22

atmosphere, and

20:24

you feel a profound connection to

20:27

the natural world around you.

20:33

You take a few deep,

20:36

slow breaths, allowing

20:39

the peace of this moment

20:43

to simply wash over you.

20:49

With each breath, you

20:52

feel yourself becoming more

20:54

and more relaxed, the

20:59

tension in your body melting

21:02

away, your

21:04

mind becoming quiet and

21:07

still. You

21:10

are completely present,

21:14

fully immersed in

21:16

the tranquility of this

21:19

tropical paradise. As

21:25

you continue to breathe deeply

21:28

and evenly, you

21:31

begin to drift toward

21:33

sleep, the

21:36

sound of the waves, the

21:39

scent of the flowers, and

21:43

the gentle glow of moonlight

21:46

all blend together, creating

21:50

a perfect lullaby. You

21:55

are safe, secure,

21:58

and utterly. at peace.

22:04

You allow your eyes to

22:06

gently close, letting

22:09

the darkness wrap around you

22:11

like a soft, comforting blanket.

22:17

Your breathing becomes slow

22:20

and steady, and

22:23

you feel yourself drifting

22:25

deeper and deeper into

22:29

relaxation. As

22:37

you sink into a

22:39

deep, restful sleep, you

22:42

know that you are

22:44

exactly where you need to

22:47

be. The

22:50

tropical island, the

22:52

beach, the

22:54

guesthouse, all

22:57

of it is a sanctuary

22:59

of peace and serenity, a

23:02

place where you can

23:05

truly rest and

23:07

rejuvenate. You

23:14

are safe, you

23:17

are loved, and you

23:20

are at peace. Allow

23:24

yourself to surrender to this

23:26

moment, to

23:29

the tranquility and beauty of

23:31

your surroundings, as

23:34

you simply drift off into

23:37

a deep and

23:39

peaceful sleep. Good

23:46

night and sweet dreams.