46 episodes · sleep stories and meditation
Welcome to your personal sanctuary for rest and renewal. This is "Sleep Stories and Meditation," the podcast lovingly crafted to guide you into the deepest states of serenity and transformative sleep. I’m your host, Joel Thielke. My path has been a unique one—from the stages of acting to the pages of authorship, to a global practice as a certified hypnotherapist. This diverse journey has taught me the profound power
October 3, 2025
Episode Description: Whiskers of Widdisham Drift off to sleep with this cozy, fun adventure, "Whiskers of Widdisham," perfect for winding down the night. Follow young Finn Ali as he navigates the delightfully odd streets of Widdisham, a hidden corner of London humming with gentle magic and brimming with peculiarities. …
February 6, 2025
In the enchanting world of Enchanted Hollow, where animals converse and magic abounds, resides Hazel Pricklethorn, a tiny hedgehog with a knack for invention and a heart full of courage. With her trusty toolbox and her loyal friends by her side, Hazel embarks on extraordinary adventures, solving mysteries, helping thos…
January 14, 2025
Join host Joel Thielke and narrator Nigel Jenning in Gulliver’s Isles: A Reflective Journey , an engaging episode of Sleep Stories and Meditation . This reimagined saga pays homage to Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels by delving into the evolved adventures of Gulliver as he revisits the mystical Gulliver’s Isles. Exp…
November 27, 2024
Welcome to Sleep Stories and Meditation, your go-to podcast for winding down, finding calm, and embracing a peaceful night’s sleep. Hosted by certified hypnotherapist Joel Thielke, each episode features soothing bedtime stories, guided meditations, and relaxing affirmations designed to quiet your mind and ease you into…
January 15, 2024
"Empower Your Mind: Subliminal Success and Prosperity - Sleep Stories & Meditation with Joel Thielke" Welcome to Sleep Stories and Meditation, hosted by me, Joel Thielke. In today's episode, we're diving into the intriguing world of subliminal recordings. After a brief introduction, we'll immerse ourselves in a 20-minu…
January 8, 2024
Welcome to “Sleep Stories and Meditation” with Joel Thielke! Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the reasons behind losing motivation and how to combat self-sabotaging thoughts that hold us back from achieving our goals. Whether you’ve made New Year resolutions or just want to ma…
December 22, 2023
Welcome to "Joel Thielke's Holiday Sleep Stories & Meditation." I'm your host, Joel Thielke, and I'm here to guide you into a peaceful night's sleep with soothing stories and meditation. In this special holiday episode, we'll immerse you in the enchanting Christmas spirit with two heartwarming tales. First, we'll revis…
December 13, 2023
Join us for a special replay on the Sleep Stories and Meditation podcast, where we revisit our second episode ever from December 2020. In this episode, we bring to life two classic bedtime stories, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry, narrated by actress Aubree Bowen, and "The Adventures of Hansel and Gretel," performed…
October 25, 2023
Journey into the hidden Sanctuary dreaming grove, a tranquil auditory experience crafted to guide you into the realms of deep, restorative sleep. Written by Joel Thielke and masterfully narrated by Rachael Meddows, this immersive tale takes you on a soulful adventure alongside Alex, a seeker in a mystical forest. As yo…
September 25, 2023
Welcome to "Hypnotic Adaptation: Master the Power of Your Mind to Adapt to Any Change," hosted by Joel Thielke, certified clinical hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner. In this transformative podcast, you'll discover the keys to adaptability through guided hypnosis sessions. Dive deep into your subconscious to rewrite l…
May 18, 2023
In this transformative episode of "Vision into Action," we journey into the captivating realm of sleep hypnosis and the subconscious mind. Harnessing the power of your subconscious mind during sleep can be a potent tool to turn your visions into reality, and we're here to guide you through this process. As we delve int…
May 18, 2023
Welcome to another soothing episode of "Sleep Stories and Meditation". This time, we invite you to immerse yourself in the deep, tranquil sounds of the "Tibetan Singing Bowl Low Resounding Tones". Check out our website Tibetan singing bowls are ancient instruments steeped in thousands of years of history, and they have…
May 17, 2023
Daytime success affirmations are powerful statements that shape your subconscious toward achieving your goals. These affirmations reinforce your self-belief and potential, empower you to create the life you desire, and help you to maintain a positive mindset. They're not just statements but seeds of thought that you pl…
May 15, 2023
Sleep Stories and Meditation is the best sleep podcast for improving your quality of life. Our techniques are relaxing, entertaining, and proven to bring you long-lasting results. So listen as we guide you into a peaceful state with our relaxing hypnosis, bedtime stories, meditations, and sleep sounds; Joel Thielke is …
May 15, 2023
Having trouble falling asleep? Let Sleep Stories and Meditation guide you to a place of tranquility and deep relaxation. This sleep story will transport you to the idyllic destination of Bora Bora. With carefully curated sleep sounds and soothing background tracks tailored to enhance your experience, these Sleep Storie…
May 11, 2023
Green noise, a true marvel of nature, envelopes you in a peaceful soundscape, banishing disruptive noises and inviting deep relaxation. It's like stepping into a tranquil cocoon that lulls you to sleep. This episode will also reveal how green noise can stir the production of delta brain waves, those tiny ambassadors of…
May 9, 2023
#SleepMeditation #SelfBelief #RainSounds Welcome to “Sleep Stories and Meditation,” written and narrated by Joel Thielke. This podcast gently lulls you into a serene, peaceful slumber while enriching your mind and soul. As a Certified Hypnotherapist, former actor, and storyteller, Joel’s enchanting voice and captivatin…
May 7, 2023
Join renowned hypnotherapist Joel Thielke in this captivating episode of Sleep Stories and Meditation as you are guided on a soothing journey into the heart of one of the most enduring legends in literature: the tale of King Arthur. In this enchanting episode, You will be guided by the mesmerizing story of Arthur's leg…
May 1, 2023
Welcome to the Sleep Stories and Meditation Podcast, where we bring soothing tales and calming meditations to help you relax, unwind, and drift off into a peaceful slumber. In this episode, we invite you to embark on a magical journey through the enchanting story of "The Land of Gentle Dreams," written by Carol Anne Gr…
April 24, 2023
Listen to all the episodes on the Motivational Life App . Join host Joel Thielke, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and master storyteller, on this week's episode of Sleep Stories and Meditation. Immerse yourself in a captivating meditative journey aboard a luxurious train as it winds through the enchanting Romanian countryside…
September 2, 2022
Listen to all the episodes on the Motivational Life App . This episode is for new parents, but it's great for anyone who wants to sleep. This topic was a request from Demond and Emily. They are parents of two new twin girls, and they wrote in and asked if there was anything I could suggest to help get their twins to sl…
September 2, 2022
Get the Sleep Stories and Mediation app for IOS Check out our website This episode is about falling asleep quicker and faster, using techniques I've worked with clients and found to work for me. Sleep is one of the most important things we do in our lives. We spend 1/3 of our lives in sleep, so I thought it would be a …
August 17, 2022
#SpiritualCleanse #GuidedMeditation #EnergyHealing Cleanse your spiritual energy and feel revitalized with this guided meditation program from The Sleep Learning System and hypnotherapist, Joel Thielke. This meditation program is designed to work with your subconscious mind, using guided meditation and soothing backgro…
August 5, 2022
In this episode, Catherine Perry will lead you on a ten-minute meditation to reduce stress and mindfully bring you into the state of being in the moment. "You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying about the future." – Unknown. When you change your thinking, you can change your whole world. Hyp…
July 24, 2022
Joel Thielke leads listeners in a deep relaxation hypnosis session to help ease the anxiety that can come with intrusive thoughts. Before you go into your wonderful trance, Joel will discuss some common problems of obsessive thinking and offer helpful tips on breaking the cycle. He also leads listeners in a deep relaxa…
July 19, 2022
Suppose you have insomnia or want to learn how to fall asleep quickly. This is the podcast episode for you. After a day on the beach, get into your warm sleeping bag underneath the moonlit sky. Enjoy the sound of a peaceful campfire and gentle waves hitting the beach. Let these sleep sounds lull you to sleep. You can f…
July 16, 2022
The Gift of the Maji and Hansel and Gretel are two classic bedtime stories that are perfect all year round. Our first story by Oh Henry was written in 1905. It's called The Gift of the magi. Actress Aubree Bowen narrates the gift of the Magi, and The adventures of Hansel and Gretel, Performed by Meg Sarics. So give it …
July 15, 2022
Sleep Stories. In "Cycle Rides Round London," Rachael Meddow's will guide you on a soothing bicycle journey around the outskirts of London and its rural neighbors. This relaxing historical travelogue is designed to help you gently fall asleep and stay sleeping through the night. When you change your thinking, you can c…
July 12, 2022
This meditation is not just about workout motivation. Exercise isn't just about going to the gym. It is about exercising in a way you enjoy, whatever that might be. We each have a level of health and fitness that we want to attain or maintain. Relax, remove stress and enjoy twenty-minute meditation narrated by Michael …
July 1, 2022
This episode is all about relaxing into a deep sleep. Allow yourself to fall asleep to the beautiful music created just for this podcast. Take a musical journey, and as I guide you into a deep body and mind relaxation, Perfect for listeners of any age! If you want to find out what else we've got going on, check out the…
June 29, 2022
It's Mr. Toad's Adventure in a whole new light! Welcome to Sleep Stories -- fairy tales and folk stories specifically engineered to help you fall asleep faster and sleep through the night. Perfect for listeners of any age! When you change your thinking, you can change your whole world. Hypnotist and storyteller Joel Th…
June 24, 2022
In this episode, who wants to fall asleep to the sound of rain tapping on a rooftop. I recorded in the mountains outside of Seattle, Wa. Rain is what they call pink noise it helps reduce the high pitches of white noise and becomes a more pleasant sound. P ink noise can help you focus and sleep better. When you change y…
May 23, 2022
In this podcast, we will meditate on the question, why are we always trying to be happy? What if being. Do I always need to be happy to enjoy life? What if this happiness isn't a destination or a place to get to? Join me; who knows, you might be glad you listened. "The greatest blessings of humanity are within us and w…
March 23, 2022
This episode is about dating with confidence. Dating can be tricky, but dating with anxiety? That's even worse. Do you feel like your dating life is one big disaster, and you're the only one who can't get it right? Dating can be a daunting task for anyone. Still, when you have anxiety or low confidence, that makes thin…
March 22, 2022
My team and I just produced a new podcast episode called Dating Confidence, a hypnosis sleep program. My assistant and producer were talking about dates that went wrong. I revealed that I thought I might have a good story. They so kindly asked me to share it with them. Well, I think I won. So they asked me to record it…
March 19, 2022
Are you looking to explore Barcelona, Spain, without ever leaving your bed? This guided visualization sleep story will prepare you for sleep by taking you through a brief meditative relaxation to bring you into an alpha state. Then you will be whisked away on a peaceful journey through the city's iconic sites while hel…
March 14, 2022
If you're looking for a safe and effective way to ease your anxiety, look no further than the Ease Your Anxiety Podcast. This hypnosis podcast by Joel Thielke, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, can help you take on life's challenges by changing your emotional state and limiting beliefs. The subconscious mind is one …
August 10, 2021
Listen to Maui Vacation Sleep Story. Maui Vacation Sleep Stories is a Guided Meditation that will help you relax and sleep better. With soothing ocean sounds, this hypnotic podcast guides you through a relaxing vacation scene on Maui. When you change your thinking, you can change your whole world. Hypnotist and storyte…
May 26, 2021
Listen to The Power of Affirmations; In this episode, we will explain and show you how affirmations can change your life. Whether you know it or not, you always create positive or negative affirmations daily. If you are unaware of this, you probably repeat negative affirmations throughout the day. When you say somethin…
March 24, 2021
Could your chakras be out of alignment? If you're tired, worn out, overwhelmed, or have body aches. Then you've found the perfect podcast. Today I'm featuring a great therapist Rachael Meddows. We have collaborated for years, and I go to Rachael when I want to be guided into hypnosis. This program will address your sev…
March 22, 2021
Listen to The Power Of Positive Thinking, If you find that you have habitual negativity, a sense of perfectionism, or an unrelenting fear of failure, you’re standing in your own way. Instead, it would help if you have a simple way to clear your mind and dig deep to push past those doubts and fears. Without the proper m…
February 9, 2021
Listen to Five Minute Stress Relief Meditation; If you are stressed out and tired or need more energy, this program can help put you back on the road to feeling good in no time. I encourage all my clients to take little breaks when they can and center themselves to regenerate. Sometimes we need a quick pick-me-up; this…
February 7, 2021
Listen to Why we have a fear of the future; In this Hypnosis and Meditation blog, I map out why we have anxiety and fear of an unknown future. We have all experienced the fear of the future. The list can go on and on, whether it’s a presentation next week at work, a fear of losing your job, or trying to deal with a rel…
December 21, 2020
Listen: to Manifestation and Money, The Sleep Learning System Hypnosis and Meditation, Train your subconscious mind on how to have a money mindset. Train your brain to see, seek and create opportunities with money. Most of the time, you can't have what you want in life because your subconscious mind is telling you you …
December 16, 2020
The Gift of the Maji and Hansel and Gretel are two classic bedtime stories that are perfect all year round. Our first story by Oh Henry was written in 1905. It's called The Gift of the Magi. Actress Aubree Bowen narrates The Gift of the Magi, and The Adventures of Hansel and Gretel, Performed by Meg Sarics. So give it …
December 15, 2020
Listen to Deep Sleep Guided Meditation and Hypnosis; Take a peaceful, sleep-inducing journey into REM Sleep. This episode introduces you to a deeply soothing, relaxing progression into sleep. What if you could go to a magical place that Trains your brain to learn how to sleep fast? Breathe out the stress and breath in …