The Matt Walker Podcast The Midnight Bookshop: A Sleep Story Read by Matt Walker
Dec 29, 2025
Dive into a serene escape as you picture a cozy British bookshop hidden between old brick buildings. With calming breathing exercises, you’ll explore the shop's inviting scents and warm atmosphere. Wander through the aisles, feeling the books' spines, and settle into an armchair wrapped in a soft blanket. Take in the gentle ripples of the canal outside while embracing the tranquil sanctuary. Finally, drift into deep relaxation, letting go of tension and allowing the stillness to guide you into restorative sleep.
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Begin With Intentional Breathing
- Get comfortable and lie down in a position that feels right before sleep.
- Take slow deep breaths and exhale to let your body and mind settle.
Use A Detailed Mental Scene
- Visualize a quiet, safe place to shift attention away from daily rush and stress.
- Imagining sensory details (lamp glow, canal, bridge) helps the mind move toward calmness.
Arriving At The Midnight Bookshop
- You enter a cozy bookshop tucked between old brick buildings and hear the bell ring softly.
- The shop smells of aged paper and polished wood and the shelves hold books waiting to be opened.