The Dream Sanctuary

The Dream Sanctuary

Author: Laurel Hostak Jones, Bleav March 27, 2024 Duration: 57:55
Experience the healing power of dreams in this bedtime story inspired by Greek mythology and history.   In tonight’s story, you make a pilgrimage to the famous temple of Asclepius, Greek god of medicine. While there, you amble through the breathtaking landscape, soak in the healing baths, and participate in a ritual to honor the god and ask for his blessing. As the day ends, you find rest in the sanctuary, where you experience a healing dream encounter with one of the gods.   Sleep & Sorcery is a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. My name is Laurel, and I’ll be your guide on tonight’s fantastical journey. Sleep & Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. Listen to my voice for as long as it serves you, and when you’re ready, feel free to let go of the story and relax into sleep. If you’re still awake as the story comes to an end, I’ll guide you through a body scan for rest and healing.     -   🌙 Audience Survey 🌙   I want to get to know you better! Help out Sleep & Sorcery by filling out this audience survey, which will take 5-10 minutes to complete: http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=ymwex-LLmJ7K&ver=standard -   ✨Order the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, unlimited paperback coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. Limited edition hardcover is available now! The book features many of your favorite stories, plus exclusive writings and a suite of rituals to enrich your resting and waking life. - Stock up on magical incense, fragrance, home goods, and more from Sea Witch Botanicals. Shop small while supporting our environment and healthy waterways. Nature misses you.   https://seawitchbotanicals.com/?ref=bb-gpkkp2%5C   - Stories like mine are best with headphones! For comfort and security when drifting off to sleep, SleepPhones are the best thing I've found. They won't fall out like earbuds, and they're not bulky or uncomfortable like most over-ear headphones.   Learn more: https://www.sleepphones.com/?aff=846   -   Now you can support Sleep & Sorcery on Patreon. Pledge a monthly donation to Sleep & Sorcery, which helps me keep making original bedtime stories for you. In return, you can qualify for exclusive supporter benefits, like episode scripts, bonus sleepy readings of classic literature, merch discounts, and giveaways. I hope you’ll consider supporting me on Patreon, so I can continue doing what I love.   Visit patreon.com/sleepandsorcery to learn more and pledge your support.                                    - Music/Sound: A Glimpse of Avalon by Flouw, Dream Focus Beta Waves by Mandala Dreams, Epidemic Sound     Instagram | Twitter | Insight Timer | YouTube | Newsletter Signup   ✨NEW Sleep & Sorcery MERCH✨ Show your love of Sleep & Sorcery – or get some gifts for the sleepy sorcerer in your life with this cozy collection of apparel, dream journals, die-cut stickers, and home goods. Visit https://bit.ly/shopmyth.   Want to get in touch? sleepandsorcery@gmail.com   Disclaimer: some links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you decide to purchase the product, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!

Imagine a place where the day's tension dissolves into the soft cadence of a story, where the goal isn't to stay alert but to gently let go. That's the essence of Sleep and Sorcery. Created by Laurel Hostak Jones, this podcast weaves together folklore and fantasy into a unique audio experience designed for rest. Each episode is crafted to be a journey away from wakefulness, blending the structure of a guided meditation with the immersive pull of a bedtime tale. You might find yourself picturing a thatched-roof cottage in a quiet, mythical village one night, and the next, floating in a serene spaceship gazing at distant stars. The narratives draw from timeless sources like the forests of old Bohemian tales or the legendary court of Camelot, but always with a soothing, rhythmic delivery meant to calm the mind. This isn't a podcast for active listening; it's an invitation to use narrative as a tool for mental quietude. The pacing, the descriptive language, and the tranquil tone are all intentional elements to guide you toward a deep and comfortable sleep. By merging elements of fiction with relaxation techniques, Sleep and Sorcery offers a distinct path to unwinding, turning your bedtime routine into a small, personal adventure that naturally eases you into dreamland.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep Stories
Podcast Episodes
3+ HOURS (+music) | Christmas Magic Sleep Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:12:03
Get cozy and settle in for four festive sleep stories filled with magic and enchantment, accompanied by ambient music. Spend Christmas at the mysterious mansion of Covenshire, making new friends and sharing legends from…
3+ HOURS (no music) | Enchanted Garden Sleep Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:24:23
Settle in for four tales, this version without background music, about the magic of plants and herbs. We’ll dream through enchanted gardens, magical forests, and botanical happenings. Spin flowers into Romantic poetry. C…
3+ HOURS (+music) | Enchanted Garden Sleep Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:27:12
Settle in for four tales, accompanied by ambient music, about the magic of plants and herbs. We’ll dream through enchanted gardens, magical forests, and botanical happenings. Spin flowers into Romantic poetry. Communicat…
3+ HOURS (no music) | Sleep Stories for Spooky Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:18:50
Settle in for four tales,this version without background music, perfect for autumn and the eve of Halloween. Spend Samhain season in the pumpkin patch communing with fire spirits… Explore the folkloric twists and turns o…
3+ HOURS (+music) | Sleep Stories for Spooky Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:23:03
Settle in for four tales, accompanied by ambient music, perfect for autumn and the eve of Halloween. Spend Samhain season in the pumpkin patch communing with fire spirits… Explore the folkloric twists and turns of a corn…
The Entangled Kingdom | Medieval Fantasy Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:23
Explore the interconnectedness of the realm in tonight’s medieval fantasy bedtime story. In tonight’s story, you are the last true elf in the fantasy realm of Brenindor. The kingdom is on the precipice of seismic change,…
The Corn Maze | Autumn Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:04
In tonight’s sleep story, as the first chilly winds of autumn blow in, you and your friends revisit your favorite fall tradition: a local farm with a seasonal pumpkin patch, hayrides, and a corn maze. You decide to chall…
Arthur's Corner | Superhero for a Day | Fantasy Sleep Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:13
Find out what makes someone a true hero in tonight’s fantasy bedtime story for kids. In tonight’s cozy sleep story, you make a wish on a shooting star to become a superhero. When you wake up the next day, you discover th…
Arcade of the Arcane | Urban Folklore-Inspired Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:06
In tonight’s sleep story, you are the owner of a beloved local video game arcade. One day, you receive a delivery of a vintage game cabinet – a game you’ve somehow never heard of. What’s more, the cabinet doesn’t work, a…