Hello, friends. Have you checked out our new channel on Apple Podcasts? Over the past few years,

Clark and I have worked hard to bring you stories and science content that entertains and

educates while helping your little ones relax and drift off to sleep.

On our new channel, you'll find ad-free episodes, bonus stories, and for the first time,

classic tales, presented just as they were meant to be heard, one chapter at a time.

It's a wonderful way to experience these timeless stories together, helping to make bedtime

a cozy, shared adventure. Look for Sleeptight Media on Apple Podcasts, and let's make bedtime the best part of the day.

Hello, I'm Cheryl, and this is Sleep Tight Relax,

a weekly bedtime show for kids who need a good sleep.

Hello, friends. Welcome to Mindful Monday.

In this episode, we are going to explore imagination.

Now, let's continue by finding a comfortable spot, free from distractions, where you can have a more purposeful posture,

maybe in a chair or sitting up straight on the floor.

Of course, you are also welcome to lie down.

When you are ready, close your eyes, relax your body, and just notice how you are feeling now.

Maybe you are excited or anxious or maybe you are tired.

However you feel is okay.

Now, let's take a few deep belly breaths, breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth.

Take your time and focus on your breathing.

Nothing else matters at this moment.

Be sure to inhale deeply. moment.

Be sure to inhale deeply and slowly.

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