The Stoic Handbook with Jon Brooks Release the Day: 20-Minute Deep Sleep Body Scan
Jan 23, 2026
Enjoy a soothing journey into relaxation with a Yoga Nidra-inspired sleep meditation. Start by settling in, then experience a head-to-toe body scan to release tension. Drift deeper with gentle breathing and a floating visualization, feeling supported by every exhale. Embrace the peace of the present moment while releasing the day's stresses. Let your thoughts float away as you sink into calm silence. Finally, glide into a night of deep, uninterrupted sleep with continued affirmations of rest and tranquility.
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Settle Into Bed With A Slow Breath
- Make yourself comfortable and settle into bed, allowing the body to find its natural sleeping position.
- Breathe slowly and let each exhale carry you deeper into relaxation as you scan from head to toe.
Scan From Head To Toe And Release Tension
- Move through your body systematically, noticing tension and intentionally softening each area from scalp to toes.
- Release jaw, shoulders, chest, belly, hips, and legs so the body becomes heavy and supported.
Use Weightless Imagery To Drop Effort
- Visualize floating weightlessly on a cloud, ocean, or in peaceful darkness to reduce orientation and effort.
- The imagery reinforces that there's no up or down and you are completely held.