Stop Thinking, Start Feeling - Fall Asleep to Zen Stories & the Buddha's Four Foundations of Mindfulness for Rest and Sleep

Tonight we explore the Buddha's four foundations of mindfulness (Satipatthana), one of the most practical teachings in Buddhism. When the mind races at night with worries and plans, this teaching offers a simple way out of overthinking and back into the body, the breath, and the present moment.
The Buddha taught that peace can be found by paying attention to four things: the body, our feelings, the mind, and the nature of all things. This episode moves through each one slowly, with Zen stories, Buddhist teachings and calm guided reflections. It is for anyone who wants to quiet a busy mind, ease stress and worry, and fall into deep, restful sleep.
This is long-form Buddhism for sleep, made for relaxation, mindfulness meditation and deep rest. No experience with Buddhism or meditation is needed. Get comfortable, dim the lights, and listen for as long as you like.
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Original stories, teachings and script written and produced by Midnight Monk. 🧘🌙✨