
Relax and fall asleep with Guided Sleep Meditations and Sleepy Stories, hosted by me Karissa Vacker, an award-winning voice and meditation guide. We'll bring you an original Sleep Meditation and a Sleepy Story every week. Become a Premium member of Sleep Wave for access to over 100 bonus episodes and ad free listening via: sleepwave.supercast.com/ We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.c... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 416 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Alternative HealthHealth & FitnessMental Health | |||

In tonight’s bedtime story with Karissa, we return to Upper Hexton for the village’s first Spring Fair.
With cakes, dancing, handmade ducks, and a small mystery to solve, this cozy story celebrates community, friendship, and the simple joys of sprin... more
In this mini meditation with Karissa, you’ll move from the busyness of the day into a slower, steadier rhythm for rest.
With calming breathwork and the image of a dimmer switch, this short practice helps turn down the noise of the day and reminds yo... more
In tonight’s sleep meditation with Karissa, we journey to Cambodia as twilight settles over Angkor Wat. Through ancient temple corridors and a peaceful villa beneath the stars, this calming visualization helps quiet the mind and release the day as yo... more
In this week’s Wednesday Wisdom, Karissa reflects on the seasons of growth that ask us to become more than we thought we could be. From parenthood to life’s other big transitions, she explores the power of meeting change with compassion, presence, an... more
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A weekly audio program offering guided sleep meditations and soothing bedtime stories designed to help listeners wind down and fall asleep. Episodes cover a mix of calming mindfulness practices, gentle breathwork, and narrative-driven sleep stories, often with light sponsorships and occasional premium promotions. A standout feature is long-form, narrative bedtime storytelling presented in a warm, intimate voice that blends personal anecdotes with practical relaxation techniques. The show tends to emphasize mental health, mindfulness, and daily routines that support restful nights, making it appealing to listeners seeking reliable, soothing content for sleep and stress relief.
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