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August 5, 2025 47 mins

What if sleep isn't something you need to fight for... but something you've simply forgotten how to find?

Tonight on Dusk and Dreams, join me, Yarrow, as we explore something beautifully ancient and deeply personal: how the cosmos regulates our rest.

In this episode, we’ll trace the hidden rhythms of sleep across time and cultures. You’ll hear how ancient Egyptians used the moon as a spiritual clock, how Greeks built temples for dreams, and how medieval Europeans practiced a natural two-sleep cycle. I'll also share wisdom from desert nomads who navigated by starlight and from Andean communities who honored mountain spirits, revealing that sleep has always been more than just a biological function...it’s an ancient journey.

Next, we'll bridge ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience. Discover how things our ancestors knew instinctively (like the power of natural darkness and starlight) can regulate your circadian rhythms and melatonin production today. You'll learn why our brains still respond to these celestial cues and how deep, restorative rest is a cosmic birthright we can reclaim.

Finally, join me for a guided Starlight Descent meditation to help you gently fall into alignment with the cosmos. This isn't just about sleep; it’s about reconnecting with the part of you that’s made of stardust.

Tonight's Immersive Soundscape: Settle in to the sounds of a gentle night at a beach campsite. You'll be enveloped by the calming sounds of ocean waves, a cozy campfire crackle, a soft breeze, and the occasional distant owl hoot, all under a vast, open sky.

🔱 Coming This Friday: Next, join me as I let my alter ego take flight, and the YLDragons wings our way into moonlit waters, haunted coastlines, and myths that sing in the dark in "The Siren’s Song: Mystical Nighttime Voices." From Greek sirens to Celtic selkies, we'll explore the legends of beings who lure with song and ask if it’s danger we’re hearing, or a forgotten part of ourselves calling us home.

📱 Coming Next Tuesday: We're turning the tables on tech in our next Tuesday episode! We’ll explore modern apps, devices, and sleep aids that support natural rhythms, reduce anxiety, and reconnect you with the rest your body remembers. It’s about pairing timeless advice from ancient traditions with today’s tools.

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