Hi, I'm Zoe and welcome to Big Seas, sleep stories for grownups.

Close your eyes and take a slow, deep breath, in through your nose, hold for a moment and gently exhale through your mouth.

Let's do that again. Inhale deeply, hold and exhale slowly.

Now, bring your awareness to your body.

Begin at the top of your head and notice any tension there.

As you breathe out, let that tension melt away.

Move your focus to your forehead, your eyes, your cheeks, relaxing them completely with each slow breath.

Inhale, feeling calm and still.

Exhale, releasing any lingering tightness.

Let your breath travel down your neck and shoulders,

softening any tightness.

With each breath, feel your arms becoming heavy, your hands resting peacefully at your sides.

With your next inhale, let the relaxation spread to your chest and your abdomen.

Feel breath moving smoothly, filling you with a sense of deep rest.

As you exhale, let go of any tension, allowing your body to sink deeper into stillness.

Now, bringing awareness to your lower body.

Relax your hips, your thighs, your knees.

Let your legs feel heavier,

fully supported by the surface beneath you.

Your feet, your toes, completely at ease.

With every breath, your body settles deeper into rest.

There is nothing you need to do. Nowhere you need to be. Just breathe and allow

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