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

a calming bedtime podcast for the young and young at heart.

Our sleep story is the second part of our story about Prince Flamingo.

Remember, Prince Flamingo left his home and flew to the place where he met the emperor.

He was welcomed into this place and well treated. He learned that he and the

emperor may be in danger, and he went to tell him about it while carrying a special dice. The emperor

understood and sent Prince Flamingo on his way.

But before we continue with our story, let's take a moment to relax.

We can practice our deep breathing anytime or anywhere.

But before bed, let's first turn down the lights, get comfortable,

and make sure that everything feels as it should. Now close your eyes if you'd like,

and we'll begin with a few slow, deep belly breaths.

Each time you breathe in, breathe all the way down into your belly.

When you breathe in, be sure to slowly breathe through your nose.

And when you breathe out, try to push all the air out of your lungs.

Breathe in and breathe out.

Notice how you feel when you take these deep breaths,

how you get more and more relaxed with each breath.

How the weight of your body sinks into the bed.

Breathe in. Breathe in

and breathe out.

Throughout this time of relaxation and our story,

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