Welcome to Bedtime Stories for Everyone, in which nothing much happens.

You feel good, and then you fall asleep.

I'm Catherine Nikolai.

I write and read all the stories you hear on Nothing Much Happens.

Audio engineering is by Bob Wittersheim.

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Every episode is someone's first episode, so I like to let you know how this works. How will a bedtime story put you to sleep?

Well, mostly it will because it occupies the part of your brain that likes to wander and worry.

It keeps it in a soft, cozy nest, and once your brain is seen to,

your body will naturally follow. I'll tell the story twice, and they'll go a little slower

on the second read. If you wake again later, just turn the story back on,

or think through any details you can remember. You'll drop right back off. If you're listening,

you know self-care is vital for overall wellness, but it can be hard to

prioritize yourself and ask for what you need. If you're a veteran going through a tough time,

there are people who want to listen and help with no pressure or judgment. Dial 988, then press

1. Chat at Veteransisline.net or text 8355 to reach the veterans

crisis line. Responders are ready to support you no matter what you're going through.

Now, lights out campers. Set down anything you were going through. Now, lights out campers.

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