Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

Originally presented March 13th, 2022 as Season 9, Episode 11 Our story tonight is called Pillow Forts and Treehouses and it’s a story about a rainy afternoon tucked into a hideaway. It’s also about the big ideas of children, a bowl of pretzels and apple slices, and remembering that you are never too old to enjoy a fort. Subscribe to our ⁠Premium channel.⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our stories tonight are called Restoration, and The Lady in the Painting, and they are stories about an inherited treasure, and the tale it has to tell. It’s also about the precious gift of a common moment preserved in paint, the feeling of knowing someone you’ve never met, a clue on a scrap of paper, and the feeling of being so connected to what you’re doing that time passes without notice. Subscribe to our ⁠Premium channel.⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to GLAD GLBTQ Advocates & Defenders, which works to create a just society free of discrimination based on gender identity and expression. Visit bioptimizers.com/nothingmuch and use code NOTHINGMUCH for 10% off any order. For 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code NOTHINGMUCH Order your own NMH weighted pillow now! Listen to our daytime show Stories from the Village of Nothing Much on your favorite podcast app. Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation. Save over $100 on Kathryn’s hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box—a collection of products from our amazing partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Originally Aired: February 27th, 2022 Original: Season 9, Episode 9) Our story tonight is called Opening Night, and it’s a story about the moments before the curtain rises. It’s also about flowers in the green room, the electric feeling of stepping out from the wings, and an armful of programs waiting to be passed out. Subscribe to our ⁠Premium channel.⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our story tonight is called Valentine’s at the Inn, Part Three, and it is the finale of the three-week series of the same name, and also the much-awaited sequel to the story called The Secret Stair, released last Halloween. For those of you who actually hear the stories, and don’t get me wrong, your sleeping is what’s most important here, so I never mind if you don’t hear a word, but for those who do, I apologize for making you wait so long to find out what was up that secret stair at the Inn. And then I made it a three-parter, and put it right at the end of the last part. Yup, guilty. I think it wants to be a book. Anyway, small disclaimer that some things actually happen in this episode, but I’d bet that I’m still going to knock you out if I haven’t already. This story is also about the crosshatched top of peanut butter cookies, the sound of a vacuum cleaner running in the distance, a desk and straight-backed chair by the window, and a plan for something new in the Village of Nothing Much. Subscribe to our ⁠Premium channel.⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to Wigs for Kids. Wigs For Kids is a nonprofit organization that helps children experiencing hair loss work together with a stylist to build the self-esteem and self-image they deserve. If you want to try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder, get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com slash NOTHINGMUCH and use code NOTHINGMUCH at checkout. Visit bioptimizers.com/nothingmuch and use code NOTHINGMUCH for 10% off any order. For 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier, go to AquaTru.com and use the promo code NOTHINGMUCH. Order your own NMH weighted pillow now! Listen to our daytime show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app. Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation. Save over $100 on Kathryn’s hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: Eversio Wellness: Chill Now Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle Alice Mushrooms Nightcap Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book NuStrips Sleep Strips Woolzies Lavender Roll-On Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embrace the art of solitude as winter’s beauty unfolds before your eyes. Experience the joy of a cozy retreat, where cooking lentil pasta stirs up cherished childhood memories. Discover the soothing power of journaling and savor the tranquility that comes from a day spent at home. Reflect on the importance of nurturing oneself and finding peace in the simple pleasures of life.

Indulge in a charming tale of cozy romance at an inn, complete with festive decorations and delicious treats like cinnamon rolls and cardamom buns. Listeners are transported to a beautifully prepared ballroom, where nostalgia mixes with joy as guests anticipate a grown-up prom. The story unfolds against a backdrop of warmth and laughter, while also highlighting a mission to support animals in need. Immerse yourself in this delightful narrative filled with heartwarming imagery and the excitement of love in the air.

Explore the delicate balance of self-care and heartwarming connections as a soothing tale unfolds. Discover the beauty in a Valentine’s Day card that reveals true feelings and the thrill of taking emotional risks. Experience nostalgic moments through a young boy's quest for candy hearts, highlighting the joy of thoughtful gestures in love. The tranquility of a flower shop serves as the backdrop for bravery in expressing affection. This story reminds us of the warmth found in vulnerability and heartfelt connections.

Our story tonight is called Valentine’s at the Inn, Part 1, and it is a story about guests arriving on a sunny cold day to the warmth and charm of the Village Inn. It’s also about breakfast served on freshly ironed table cloths in the drawing room, socks with hearts on them, a black cat and a feather duster, and a little mystery that begins to unwind. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Premium channel.⁠⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to the Open Sight Foundation who aim to provide access to life-changing eye surgeries. Through Operation Sight, we strive to restore vision and transform lives. Order your own NMH weighted pillow now!  Visit bioptimizers.com/nothingmuch and use code NOTHINGMUCH for 10% off any order.  For 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code NOTHINGMUCH Listen to our daytime show Stories from the Village of Nothing Much on your favorite podcast app.  Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation Save over $100 on Kathryn’s hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: Eversio Wellness: Chill Now Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle Alice Mushrooms Nightcap Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book NuStrips Sleep Strips Woolzies Lavender Roll-On Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Originally Aired: February 7th, 2021 Original: Season 7, Episode 3) Our story tonight is called Keepsake, and it’s a story about stepping back through time to remember a particular rainy day. It’s also about sunflowers, the things our younger selves can teach us, and a scrap of something saved for years in a box. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Premium channel.⁠⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this delightful narrative, listeners are invited to cherish the everyday magic found in simple moments. From a cozy coffee shop visit with a unique miso caramel latte to whimsical encounters at the grocery store, the storyteller highlights the beauty of ordinary experiences. There's a special focus on joy and nostalgia, emphasizing the connections that enrich our lives. Journaling becomes a tool for reflection, inspiring appreciation for the little harmonies that often go unnoticed.