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Buddhism for Sleep & Zen Stories by Sleepy Monk

by Sleepy Monk

Sleepy Monk is a peaceful place to end the day, made for overthinkers, restless minds, and anyone lying awake with racing thoughts. We share calming Zen stories and gentle Buddhist teachings to help you fall asleep tonight. Each long-form episode weaves ancient Buddhist wisdom into soothing sleep stories for deep sleep, sleep meditation, and nighttime listening. Narrated softly over gentle fire crackling and peaceful music. Let go of the day, quiet your mind, and drift off to Zen Buddhism for sleep. Thank you for being here. An original production by Sleepy Monk 🧘✨

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Position in the Spirituality chart (US), last 90 days.

#92
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day in the top 100 since Jul 2026

Latest episodes

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This Too Will Pass - Sleep to Buddhist Teachings & Zen Stories for Profound Peace and Rest

Tonight, we journey through ancient Buddhist stories that will carry you into restful sleep with one of life's most universal truths: this too will pass. Whether you are

Sep 2
3 h 08 min

The Great Matter - Fall Asleep to Zen Stories & Buddhist Teachings for Peace and Rest

Tonight, we will explore one of the most important teachings in Zen Buddhism. It is called The Great Matter. Through ancient Buddhist stories, we will discover how awaren

Aug 31
3 h 08 min

Let Go and Trust Life - Fall Asleep to the Best Buddhist Teachings to Let Go (Zen Buddhism for Sleep)

Tonight, we will go on a journey to discover the profound freedom that comes from learning to let go through these carefully selected Buddhist teachings and Zen stories.

Aug 29
3 h 02 min

The Gateless Gate - Fall Asleep to Zen Stories & Buddhist Teachings for Rest

Tonight, we will discover the profound Zen teaching of the barrier that never existed. This teaching is called The Gateless Gate. Through ancient Buddhist stories, we can

Aug 27
3 h 10 min

The Zen of Nature - Fall Asleep to 3 Hours of Buddhist Teachings & Stories for Rest

Tonight, discover profound peace through the timeless wisdom of nature. Follow ancient Zen Buddhist teachings as they unfold through the elements themselves: flowing wate

Aug 25
3 h 01 min

What is the Purpose of Life? - Sleep to 3 Hours of Gentle Zen Buddhism for Rest

Tonight, as we gently fall asleep, we will explore life's true purpose through three hours of profound Buddhist wisdom designed for deep sleep. These ancient teachings re

Aug 23
3 h 03 min

Rest in Great Peace - Sleep to Calming Buddhist Stories & Zen Teachings for Deep Relaxation

Tonight, rest in the gentle wisdom of Zen and Buddhist teachings as we journey together from the restless mind into boundless peace. This is an invitation to remember wha

Aug 21
3 h 06 min

Sleep Soundly to 3 Hours of Zen Stories - Buddhist Wisdom to Fall Asleep

Tonight, let these ancient zen tales carry you gently into peaceful sleep. Stories of wise monks, patient gardeners, and mountain hermits unfold slowly, each one offering

Aug 19
3 h 00 min

The Unfrozen Mind - Fall Asleep to Zen Stories & Buddhist Teachings to Let Go & Rest

Tonight, let the ancient Buddhist teachings on impermanence gently guide you into the deepest sleep. Through beautiful stories and timeless wisdom, we explore what it mea

Aug 17
2 h 08 min

You Are Enough - Sleep to Gentle Zen Stories & Buddhist Teachings for Rest

Tonight, discover why a seventh-century Zen master taught that true freedom is simply being without anxiety about non-perfection. Through gentle Buddhist stories and time

Aug 15
3 h 02 min

Let Go Tonight - Gentle Buddhist Stories for Peace & Sleep

Tonight, we will explore the most fundamental truths of Zen Buddhism through gentle stories and timeless wisdom that naturally guide you into peaceful sleep. These basic

Aug 13
3 h 01 min

Fall Asleep to Buddhist Teachings for Anxiety & Overthinking - Zen Stories for Deep Sleep

Tonight, let these Buddhist teachings quiet your anxious thoughts and guide you into deep, restorative sleep through carefully selected stories that have brought peace to

Aug 11
3 h 06 min

Conquer Fear, Become Free - Buddhist Lessons & Zen Stories to Calm Your Mind

Tonight, let the ancient wisdom of Buddhism guide you into peaceful sleep through timeless teachings on releasing fear. These stories explore what it truly means to live

Aug 9
3 h 06 min

Ten Steps to Peace - Buddhist Teachings & Zen Stories for Sleep (The Ten Bulls)

Tonight, we will journey through ten ancient stages of peace that Zen masters have passed down for over a thousand years. These are based on a series of profound pictures

Aug 7
3 h 38 min

Return to Silence - Buddhist Teachings & Stories for Deep Peace and Gentle Sleep

Tonight, let these ancient Zen and Buddhist teachings guide you back toward the silence that has always been within you. Through gentle stories and timeless wisdom, this

Aug 6
2 h 06 min

Beginner's Mind: Zen Stories & Buddhist Teachings for Sleep

Tonight, we will discover the liberating Zen teaching of approaching life with fresh eyes and an open heart. This teaching is called Beginner’s Mind. We will explore anci

Aug 5
3 h 00 min

Trust the Mystery - Calm Buddhist Teachings & Zen Stories to Quiet the Mind

Tonight, let the ancient wisdom of impermanence guide you gently into the deepest sleep. These calm Buddhist teachings explore how everything in life is always changing,

Aug 4
2 h 54 min

Let Life Be - Gentle Buddhist Teachings & Zen Stories for Calming Sleep

Tonight, let these gentle Buddhist teachings remind you of something you have always known. That peace is not something you need to chase. It is already here, waiting qui

Aug 3
2 h 59 min

25 Gentle Zen Stories for Deep Peace - Fall Asleep To Zen Buddhism

Tonight, let the timeless teachings of Zen Buddhism carry you into restful sleep. Each carefully chosen tale unfolds against a backdrop of gentle fire crackling and peace

Aug 2
2 h 59 min

Fall Asleep to Zen Wisdom - Buddhist Stories for Deep Sleep

Tonight, immerse yourself in timeless Zen wisdom as ancient stories guide you toward the deepest rest. Discover the profound teachings of beginner's mind, the recognition

Aug 1
2 h 58 min

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