Sleepcasts by Headspace

Similar to bedtime stories, sleepcasts take you on an audio-guided tour of a dreamy environment, whether that’s a Californian desert at night or a beautifully tranquil lakeside lodge.

Sleepcasts vary in length, from 45-55 minutes. Each one begins with a “wind down,” which could be a meditation exercise, or even a simple breathing technique, followed by a narrated tour of a sleepy landscape, complete with a soundtrack that evokes that place, to create a soothing, immersive experience.

Unique to Headspace’s sleepcasts, these night-time journeys are remixed each night, meaning that experience is slightly different each time you listen. That way, you can’t memorize the narrative, and use it to track the passage of time, something we found could cause anxiety for restless sleepers. Whatever bedtime story appeals, the blend of sound and visualization helps to create the ideal conditions for healthy, restful sleep.

Here is a sample sleepcast - Desert Campfire - that is a comfort for worried minds.

The Headspace sleepcasts can build healthy bedtime routines. The more we go to bed at the same time and learn how to unwind, the more we build a pattern of behavior that trains the mind to relax and drift off a little bit easier.

Sleep by Headspace — which includes sleep music and sleepcasts — is one way to overhaul your bedtime routine and make falling asleep something you look forward to.

In addition, the Headspace app also offers a selection of sleep-friendly meditations — a guided experience that offers a natural sleep aid all on its own, allowing us to let go of the day and rest body and mind at the same time. You can read more about the effectiveness of sleep meditations, and the supporting science, here.

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