Michelle's Sanctuary: Bedtime Stories & Sleep Meditations

Journey to a futuristic mountain sanctuary where fear and self-doubt dissolve into a "blue hour" of healing and boundless possibility. Using the power of neuroplasticity and vivid visualizations, feel hopeful as you imagine the best possible outcomes. This practice invites you to release the weight of the day and drift into a restorative sleep, centered in the certainty that your best days are still ahead. It's time to dream away.

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All aboard the Midnight Train to Sapa, a soothing sleep journey that begins in the vibrant bustle of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. With a companion of your choice, you board a timeless night train that ascends through moonlit rice terraces and into the "walking clouds" of the Vietnamese highlands. Snuggle up into the quiet luxury of your private cabin and prepare for a night of restorative rest. It’s time to dream away.

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Experience a profound nervous system reset with this guided journey: "Highway to Calm." This deep sleep meditation pairs a soothing female voice with a high-quality atmospheric soundscape and calm sleep music to help you drift off effortlessly.

As we travel the bioluminescent desert, the rhythmic "whoosh" of the silver highway acts as a natural anchor for your breath, stimulating the vagus nerve and signaling yo...

Escape a cold winter downpour and step inside a historic Alpine bookshop inn, where rain taps softly on the roof and firelight glows against dark timber walls. This cozy sleep story for grown-ups follows a gentle evening of browsing books, warming by the hearth, and settling into a quiet mountain suite as the storm continues outside. Let the steady rhythm of rain and Michelle's soft narration guide you into deep, peaceful sleep. It...

Fall asleep with this guided sleep meditation for safety and soothed nerves, designed to help you find a deep sense of belonging within. If you struggle with anxiety or feeling like an outsider, tonight’s journey on Michelle’s Sanctuary will help you regulate your nervous system and find your "inner home." It's time to dream away. 

Original Script, Narration, Sleep Music, Sound Design, and Production by Michelle Ho...

Escape to the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands with this cozy sleep story for adults. As a soft snow squall transforms the misty glens into a pristine winter wonderland, find your way to a lovingly restored stone bothy. This bedtime story is designed to help you settle into the beauty of your imagination, offering soul-deep peace and a sense of absolute safety.

Listen as we journey past the high Munros, across an ancient fai...

Calm & Protected Sleep Collection offers 5 remastered beloved guided sleep meditations that help you find protection, feel safe, and fall asleep fast. With Michelle's soothing voice, soft brown noise, and original sleep music, you may come down from the day and feel your nervous system surrender. You deserve peace and comfort and this continuous play it here to help. It's time to dream away.

The Journey Includes:The Peace Shield...

Relax and fall asleep fast with this deep sleep story for grown-ups set in an immersive winter landscape. Hunker down as the snowstorm of the century brings a chance to slow down and settle in this bedtime story, "Blizzard at the Cabin." A walk through the charming village for supplies brings you back to the cabin as the storm rages outside and you find comfort with a beloved pet and companion. Camp out by the fire in a pile of sof...

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This session is the first in my new "From the Vault" series—a collection of my original, foundational meditations and stories that have helped millions of people around the world find peace. While this is an older recording and my production style has since evolved, the healing energy of this specific practice remains one of my most requested.

In this meditation, we move together toward t...

Escape into a world of falling snow and crackling firelight, where the Winter Fairies invite you to share in their seasonal magic. Through their joyful guidance, you will learn the healing power of the "long sleep" and discover how to nourish your inner light during the darkest months. Surrounded by their playful presence, your anxiety melts into the frost, leaving you refreshed, healed, and ready for deep rest. It's ...

Escape into a frozen forest of light and magic. 🧚✨

In tonight’s magical sleep story, we journey to the hidden realm of “The Winter Fairies.” Let Michelle’s soothing, gentle female voice guide you through a shimmering landscape of frost-covered pines and starlit glades where three healing fairy sisters help you find comfort in winter. This immersive bedtime story is specifically designed for anxiety relief, helping you quiet a racin...

Step into a fresh season of life with this Deep Sleep Meditation. Whether you are transitioning into a New Year, starting a new week or month, or simply closing a chapter in your personal story, The Winter Refresh is designed to reset your nervous system and clear your mind for a new beginning. Settle into the coziest winter haven and find quiet, supportive reassurance. It’s time to dream away. 🌙

Embrace the "Wintering" phase of th...

Deep within a snow-covered forest, a glowing oasis with maximalist decor offers your sanctuary for the night. Relax and unwind by thåçe fire with your beloved dog as a nostalgic Christmas tale conjures heartwarming moments. Cherish this time of solitude and quiet reflection as you snuggle up and recognize the silent protest of holiday lights, daring to shine on in the darkest of nights. It's time to dream away.

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Step away from the noise of the world and burrow into a sanctuary of iridescent snow and absolute safety with this cozy guided sleep meditation. Welcome the sweet surrender of hibernation, where you are cozy and safe to rest. Sink into the warmth of your inner burrow as the 'Snowflakes of Hope' guide you into a deep and certain sleep. It’s time to dream away.

Original Script, Narration, Production, and Sound Design by Michelle Hotal...

Find a soothing sanctuary with "Christmas by the River," a cozy bedtime story that draws on a sense of holiday cheer and community. Join me, Michelle, on a charming, guided journey through her historic hometown's holiday festival, filled with warm memories, hot cocoa, and the melodious sound of carols. As the evening concludes, find refuge by a crackling fire where the deep, restorative silence of a sleepy village wil...

🕯 A Christmas Carol Sleep Meditation: Holiday Rekindling ✨

This guided sleep meditation is specifically designed for deep sleep, relaxation, and stress relief and recorded live by a female voice. Inspired by Dickens’s classic tale, join Michelle for a gentle journey through the Past, Present, and Future to release anxiety, find inner peace, and rekindle your spirit. Sink into your pillow and let the nostalgic warmth of the hol...

Enjoy a magical Christmas sleep story narrated by a soothing female voice as you relax and unwind with "Holidays at the Queensbury Hotel." Built in 1926, tonight's enchanting tale begins with a quiet snowy night at the historic hotel. A magical portal transports you through time to enjoy the optimistic happenings of the hotel's first Christmas. Enjoy a sense of wonder and the holiday spirit before finding yourself...

Welcome to your Cozy Winter Haven, with tonight's deep sleep meditation narrated by a female voice and designed to create cozy winter moments as you snuggle and enjoy profound rest.T his soothing bedtime practice practice is your gentle escape from the cold, offering powerful Hygge vibes to snuggle into before sleep.

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Settle into the ultimate comfort as we explore the Danish art of Hygge (finding joy and conten...