Hi,
My name is Shannon.
I'm a Certified Mindfulness Teacher,
A Reiki Master,
And a Mental Health Advocate.
My pronouns are she and her.
I'm coming to you today from Campbell River,
British Columbia,
Canada,
And I would like to acknowledge that this is the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwilda people,
The Wee-Way Chi,
The Wee-Way Cum,
And the Kaweka First Nations.
Thank you for allowing us to reside and thrive here.
I'm going to guide you into a restful and rejuvenating sleep.
It is common that a busy mind tries to keep you from making the leap from awake to sleep.
So I'm going to give you one last chance to think about these things.
One last chance to go through any worries or concerns that you have that are keeping you from getting a restful night's sleep.
So go ahead and think as hard as you can about anything that's stuck in your mind right now.
But when you do this,
You only give each thought one chance to think about it,
And then you'll let it go.
As each thought arises that keeps you from feeling relaxed,
Say to that thought,
Okay,
I've acknowledged you,
So now you must leave.
And continue.
Think your thoughts,
And only give them one chance to present themselves.
And then say,
Now it's time for you to go.
As you watch these thoughts coming,
Notice how less repetitive they get.
You're emptying these thoughts out by actively letting each one of them go.
If something arises that you already just thought about,
Demand that you're letting it go once and for all.
Because you deserve a restful sleep.
You have only a few moments longer to think of anything that's left.
Then let it go completely.
Restful sleep is natural for you.
It is natural for everyone.
However,
Up until now,
You've allowed your thoughts to have control over you.
Keeping you from getting the rest you deserve.
But now you're done with this habit,
Because restful sleep is natural for you.
And overthinking is unnecessary and unnatural.
Good.
You're doing exactly what you've been needing to for so very long.
Only one last chance to see any thoughts coming,
And say to them,
Leave my mind,
Please,
So that I can have a natural restful sleep that I deserve.
And as these daily concerns fade and become less aggressive in your mind,
You find your body feels lighter.
And you also find that your mind feels lighter too.
A gentle floating sensation sweeps over you.
And this is the most relaxed you've felt in a very long time.
Good.
You notice the slight sound of your gentle breath.
And it reminds you of a calm breeze.
Or serene ocean.
Or even a clear stream trickling by.
Your breath is very similar to these scenes in nature.
Because your breath isn't the most natural thing in the world.
And your breath slows a bit more.
Which means you're very relaxed and ready to doze off into a beautiful sleep.
It's been so long since you've been able to fall asleep so easily that your body welcomes this sensation.
Your mind has been so kind in letting go of any repetitive thoughts because you've acknowledged them and then firmly ordered them to leave your mind.
Your mind listens very well to your instruction.
Allow your mind to drift and wander to the thought of a soft and fluffy pillow.
You may be lucky enough to be laying on one right now.
Just imagine this pillow and feel its softness supporting you.
Feeling how it was created just for you to rest your head upon.
The truth is it was designed by someone who wished you a happy night's sleep every night.
Give thanks to the creator of this soft comfy pillow.
It is a very important tool in a restful night's sleep.
The frequency of sleeping sweeps over your mind and is a very pleasant feeling.
These gentle sensations come very naturally for you.
You sleep deeply and soundly.
You can almost sense the feeling of being a tiny baby when sleeping came often and easily.
When you were a baby,
Your breath filled your belly and soothed you.
You were wrapped in various soft blankets by those who cared for you.
People cared for you when you were a baby and were delighted to see you sleeping restfully.
They knew how important it was to rejuvenate ourselves with sleep.
They smiled as they watched us close our eyes.
You slept easily and nicely then when you were a little baby,
Just as you do now upon your soft pillow.
You sleep deeply and soundly.
You can barely notice your breath now because it is low to only what is needed for a deep and restful sleep.
This is completely natural and it feels so wonderful.
You sleep deeply and soundly.
You deserve a restful sleep.
You deserve a natural restful feeling.
You deserve to let go of unnecessary thoughts.
You deserve to sleep in a way that you feel completely rejuvenated when you arise in the morning.
Everyone you know also deserves to see you well-rested and they are overjoyed to hear the news when you tell them that you're getting the natural sleep that you need every single night.
You sleep deeply and soundly.
Your dreams are constructive and offer a space for learning.
Your dreams contribute to a happy wakeful life.
Your dreams complement your good qualities and offer feelings of completion.
Let the dreamy feelings flow and float now,
Taking you all different kinds of wonderful places,
Having memorable,
Loving experiences.
You sleep deeply and soundly.
Now it is effortless for you to get to sleep.
Good.
Simply practice this meditation technique every night for a few weeks so that you'll fully retain this wonderful habit.
Sleeping soundly is natural for you.
Those you love are delighted that you sleep so deeply,
Getting the rest that you need.
It is your human right to always get a good night's sleep.
And it is your human right to be completely rejuvenated when you arise.
You deserve this and you always have.
I thank you for taking this time for yourself today and practicing with me.
Now I invite you to just let my voice completely fade away and enjoy the rest you naturally experience in a restful,
Flumberful sleep.
Namaste.
