Rest: Sleepy Bedtime Stories

(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:37) Escape to the Waterfall

Unwind with a gentle summer tale, as Lucy and her friend Kate wander through sunlit woods in search of a hidden waterfall.

With the sounds of birdsong and flowing water in the background, this story is designed to quiet your mind and calm your body. Soothing narration and tranquil imagery make this the perfect escape for easing stress, winding down after a long day, or drifting peacefully into sleep. 🌊

Host & Narrator: Jessika Gössl 🌙 
Writer: Alicia Steffann ✍️ 

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast 🌙

Support the Show:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
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Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for the night, join popular British sleep narrator Jessika Gössl, as she reads bedtime stories that will gently guide you into a deep, restful sleep.

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:32) The Book of Forgotten Things

Tonight, we return to a library just beyond waking and just before dreams; The Library Between Dreams.

This chapter is called The Book of Forgotten Things - a story of quiet hallways, glowing books and the soft presence of the Librarian who waits there, always knowing the exact moment you’ll return.

Follow Rest so there's always a story waiting when you need one 😊

I'm Jessika - storyteller, narrator, and the English voice behind Rest. I created this podcast because I believe everyone deserves a moment of peace and calm at the end of the day. I'm so glad you're here.

🌙 Download a free Rest bedtime story — "The Library Between Dreams": restpodcast.beehiiv.com

✨ Find everything Rest in one place: linktr.ee/RestPodcast

📱 Instagram: instagram.com/unwindwithrest ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@UnwindWithRest

🎙️ If Rest has ever helped you sleep — a review on Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify helps more grown-ups find their way here.


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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:22) The Book of Comfort

Welcome back to The Library Between Dreams; a magical place that waits just beyond the edges of sleep.

Tonight’s chapter is called The Book of Comfort. It's a story that doesn’t rush, doesn’t ask anything of you, it only offers warmth and a soothing place to rest.

Host & Narrator: Jessika Gössl 🌙 
Writer: Grace Ford✍️ 

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast🌞

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).
Watch, listen and comment on this episode on the Rest YouTube channel!
Support us:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:21) Rapunzel

Tonight, we’re stepping into the classic fairytale of Rapunzel - the story of a girl hidden away in a tall tower, and the Prince that changes everything.

You don’t need to follow every word… just breathe, relax, drift... and let the rhythm of the tale carry you gently into sleep. 

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast🌞

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).

Watch, listen and comment on this episode on the Rest YouTube channel!

Support us:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:27) The Tale of Benjamin Bunny by Beatrix Potter

(00:14:31) The Tale of Mr Jeremy Fisher by Beatrix Potter

Fall asleep to two Beatrix Potter stories: The Tale of Benjamin Bunny and The Tale of Mr Jeremy Fisher.

Read softly and slowly, these tales will calm your mind and help you find rest. Curl up, close your eyes, and let these familiar, nostalgic stories carry you toward sleep.

Follow Rest so there's always a story waiting when you need one 😊

I'm Jessika - storyteller, narrator, and the English voice behind Rest. I created this podcast because I believe everyone deserves a moment of peace and calm at the end of the day. I'm so glad you're here.

🌙 Download a free Rest bedtime story — "The Library Between Dreams": restpodcast.beehiiv.com

✨ Find everything Rest in one place: linktr.ee/RestPodcast

📱 Instagram: instagram.com/unwindwithrest ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@UnwindWithRest

🎙️ If Rest has ever helped you sleep — a review on Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify helps more grown-ups find their way here.

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:19) The Cat in the Tree

When a stray cat gets stuck in a blooming tree one quiet morning, a simple act of kindness from Emily sets the beginning of something unexpected and warm.

Told from the cat’s perspective, this gentle, slow-paced story is softly read to help you relax, unwind, and drift peacefully into sleep. 🐾✨

Writer: Betty Mbandu ✍️ 


Follow Rest so there's always a story waiting when you need one 😊

I'm Jessika - storyteller, narrator, and the English voice behind Rest. I created this podcast because I believe everyone deserves a moment of peace and calm at the end of the day. I'm so glad you're here.

🌙 Download a free Rest bedtime story — "The Library Between Dreams": restpodcast.beehiiv.com

✨ Find everything Rest in one place: linktr.ee/RestPodcast

📱 Instagram: instagram.com/unwindwithrest ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@UnwindWithRest

🎙️ If Rest has ever helped you sleep — a review on Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify helps more grown-ups find their way here.

Music from Uppbeat
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https://uppbeat.io/t/tranquilium/gentle-resonance
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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:54) The Library Between Dreams

There is a floating library that only shows itself in the stillness between waking and dreaming.

A place where the shelves stretch on forever, and the books hum gently with the stories they hold. It’s called 'The Library Between Dreams', and tonight, you’re invited in.

Host: Jessika Gössl 🌙 
Writer: Grace Ford✍️ 

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast🌞

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).
Watch, listen and comment on this episode on the Rest YouTube channel!
Support us:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:26) The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter

(00:12:42) The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin by Beatrix Potter

Fall asleep to two Beatrix Potter stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin.

Read softly and slowly, these tales will calm your mind and help you find rest. Curl up, close your eyes, and let these familiar, nostalgic stories carry you toward sleep.


Follow Rest so there's always a story waiting when you need one 😊

I'm Jessika - storyteller, narrator, and the English voice behind Rest. I created this podcast because I believe everyone deserves a moment of peace and calm at the end of the day. I'm so glad you're here.

🌙 Download a free Rest bedtime story — "The Library Between Dreams": restpodcast.beehiiv.com

✨ Find everything Rest in one place: linktr.ee/RestPodcast

📱 Instagram: instagram.com/unwindwithrest ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@UnwindWithRest

🎙️ If Rest has ever helped you sleep — a review on Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify helps more grown-ups find their way here.

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:01:58) Guided Wind Down

(00:03:57) The Bremen Town Musicians by The Brothers Grimm

Join me as we follow four unlikely animal friends on their whimsical journey to Bremen, where they hope to start new lives as musicians.

Perfect for winding down, this gentle tale of friendship, hope and second chances is a soothing story to relax your mind and ease you into sleep.

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast🌞

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).

Watch, listen and comment on this episode on the Rest YouTube channel!

Support us:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest

(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story

(00:02:50) The Model Millionaire by Oscar Wilde

Fall asleep to this classic story by Oscar Wilde. The Model Millionaire is a charming little tale about generosity, kindness and an unexpected twist of fortune.

With soft narration and a gentle pace, this bedtime story is perfect for quiet evenings and restful nights. Let the soothing tone guide you towards sleep, one word at a time. 💤

NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).

If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate and leave a comment, it really goes a long way to help the podcast 🌙

Support the Show:

• Rate the show on Spotify and leave comments on your favourite episodes
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for the night, join popular British sleep narrator Jessika Gössl, as she reads bedtime stories that will gently guide you into a deep, restful sleep.

Connect with Us:

• Stay up to date with all our latest news on our Website and Instagram.
• Got a question or thoughts to share? contact us here. 

Music from Uppbeat
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https://uppbeat.io/t/tranquilium/gentle-resonance
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