Sleepiest: Meditation for Sleep Podcast
Relax and fall asleep with Guided Sleep Meditation and Sleepy Stories, hosted by me Karissa Vacker, an award-winning voice and meditation guide. We'll bring you an original Sleep Meditation and Sleepy Story every week. Become a Premium member of Sleep Wave for access to over 100 bonus episodes and ad free listening via: https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/Sleepwave for £100 sponsored credit.
4d ago
Tonight’s Wednesday Wisdom with Karissa, invites you to soften into appreciation for your body. After a restless night, Karissa shares a simple practice inspired by shavasana—gently thanking each part of the body to release tension, quiet anxious thoughts, and ease back into rest. For the full meditation, just search for “Appreciating Your Body – Sleep Wave.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6d ago
In tonight's bedtime story with Karissa, we're getting cozy and festive, and there’s nothing cozier or more festive than a Christmas market at night! We're going to visit one together to help us let go of the day and drift into a deeply peaceful sleep. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 10
In tonight’s mini meditation, Karissa offers gentle support for anyone feeling the weight of relationship stress. All relationships - romantic or platonic - can stir up emotions that make it hard to unwind. This short practice helps you soften, breathe, and release any stressful thoughts. With grounding, compassion, and a visualization to help you feel safe and supported, Karissa guides you back to calm - reminding you that you don’t have to solve anything tonight, only rest. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 8
In tonight’s sleep meditation with Karissa, we’ll explore the gentle practice of receiving - softening the body, opening the palms, and allowing sleep to arrive like a quiet gift. This simple ritual of saying “I am open to receiving” helps ease the mind as Karissa guides you into deep, nourishing rest. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 3
Tonight’s Wednesday Wisdom from Karissa looks at what happens when fear shows up - the racing thoughts, the overactive imagination, and the discomfort that can follow us into the night. Through a personal story and soothing guidance, she offers a reminder that grounding, breath, and gentle awareness can bring us back to a feeling of safety. For the full meditation, listen to “Freedom From Fear – Sleep Wave.” Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 1
In tonight’s sleep meditation with Karissa, we're settling into a gentle gratitude practice, designed to help you feel supported. Through a calming visualisation beneath an ancient tree, you’ll reconnect with the people who’ve shaped you and drift into rest feeling grounded and held. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 26
In tonight’s mini meditation, Karissa offers calm and comfort for anyone lying awake with money worries on their mind. With gentle breathing, grounding, and a simple visualization to “store” your concerns for tomorrow, this meditation invites you to feel safe, supported, and steady again. Press play whenever nighttime anxiety feels heavy — and let your mind know it doesn’t have to solve everything tonight. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 24
In tonight’s bedtime story with Karissa, we return to the lush Caribbean island of Nevis for Chapter Two of The Midnight Gardener. Let the warm breezes, tropical landscapes, and gentle storytelling carry you into a deep, restful sleep. Join Sleep Wave Premium ✨ in just two taps! Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free and show your support to Karissa. Upgrade via our show page on Apple, or via this link for all other players ➡️ https://sleepwave.supercast.com/ Love the Sleep Wave Podcast? Please hit follow & leave a review ⭐️ How are we doing with Sleep Wave? Click here to let us know 🙌 Let's get social! Follow us on Instagram 💜 How does Sleep Wave work? 💤 This show is for any one who struggles to fall asleep, or wakes up in the night. 😴 Powerful Sleep Meditations and Relaxing Bedtime Stories help you fall asleep easily. 😌 Episodes begin with calming intros to take you away from any anxious thoughts and prepare you for your wind down. Subscribe today, and next time you're ready to get sleepy, jump into bed, press play, and get sleepy, fast. Looking for the brands I mention on the show? You’ll find all the latest sponsor links and offers right here: https://lnk.to/sleepwave 💜 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices