Showing results by publisher "audible originals" in Alternative & Complementary Medicine

Let the hush of ocean waves, soft music, and the warm voice of Agapi Stassinopoulos help you envision a state of harmonious calm and put the stresses of the day to bed. Agapi, the meditation guide for Thrive Global (Arianna Huffington's wellness and technology company), has dedicated her life to helping people live more mindful and open-hearted lives. She regularly leads meditation trainings for major corporations like Nike and Starbucks, but here it's just you and her.

This frequency aids in the release of endorphins, the body's natural mood elevators. It also reduces the activity of the amygdala and stress-related brain networks, fostering a sense of calm and reducing negative mental patterns.

Our bedtime stories are designed to let you drift off with no nagging feeling that you need to listen through to the end. Their purpose is to let you slowly fall into peaceful, restful sleep. With that in mind, we present actor Broadway and big-screen star Phillipa Soo reading Chinese fables and folk stories. These traditional tales have a long oral history dating back to the Middle Kingdom of old.

Stimulating the brain's frontal lobes, regions associated with higher cognitive functions like concentration, decision-making, and problem-solving, this frequency enhances beta wave activity in the brain, which is linked to alertness and logical thinking, making it beneficial for tasks requiring intense focus and analytical skills.

Thousands of years ago Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius wrote these meditations as a guide for his own self-improvement, and they're still relevant today. Bedtime stories are narrated by the world’s most celebrated voices and written with no beginning, middle, or end so you don’t stay up to hear what happens next. They're interesting enough to give your mind something to focus on, but delivered in a way that encourages sleep.

21 audio-guided sessions.

Spend a Sunday night nodding off in the backseat with Sophia and her parents as they drive the winding road home from dinner in this Audible Sleep story told by Eva Longoria.

Tuned to 136.1 Hertz, this meditation frequency brings daily balance and harmony to your life. It is often referred to as the "OM" frequency, promoting a sense of grounding, stability, and alignment with the world around you. This sound meditation is ideal for establishing a sense of equilibrium and peace, making it perfect for your daily mindfulness routine.

Enjoy the observations of a wise old tree from season to season through generations in this Audible Sleep story narrated by Sterling K. Brown. Let the tree’s tale of travelling with her leaves, spending afternoons with entire families, and sitting through snow and rain lull you into a peaceful slumber.

Bram Barouh’s warm and welcoming voice makes practicing meditation seem effortless. And what better time to give meditation a shot than now? With Bram’s lighthearted nature and background in meditation education, it’s never been easier to take part in a moment of positive thinking. In this meditation, you’ll simply focus your mind on a person or a pet who fills your heart with love and embrace your wishes for their health, peace, and happiness. Concentrating on these bright feelings can fill you with a sense of overall well-being and calm - a wonderful mindset for sleep.

Nestle into your pillow and close your eyes for this sleep story narrated by John Stamos, in which a waterfall changes through the seasons while it delights in its visitors.

Energy medicine. Acupuncture. Superfoods. Healing magnets. What does the scientific evidence really say about these and other eclectic treatments for personal wellness that fall under the popular term “alternative medicine”? How can we know if a treatment is safe and effective? How can you become your own best skeptical consumer of health news in the media? Join neurologist and science educator Dr. Steven Novella for a fascinating exploration of these and other important questions about the truths - and myths - behind alternative medicine.

Tune out the world with pink noise. Pink noise can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality and focus by blocking external noise, and this 12-hour track is designed to support long-term focus and sleep quality overnight.

This meditation is designed to complement the sign of Taurus. Taurus is a sensual fixed earth sign. Its energies are enduring, but can be slow to change and can sometimes get stuck. This meditation will help you get present and cultivate greater acceptance of the here and now.

Resonating with the body's biofield, this frequency enhances communication and emotional connection. It also stimulates the release of oxytocin, known as the "love hormone", which plays a significant role in bonding and intimacy while enhancing emotional openness and trust, key components in deepening sexual and romantic connections.

In this series, Om Swami shares the essence of the Zen Living, combing the various branches of Zen and its associated techniques, to help the listener master the Zen way of life. There are 8 core episodes and 4 Bonus ones covering the following: Zazen, Wall-gazing, Osoji and many more to calm and center the mind while living in the world.

The 396.3 frequency is associated with achieving a state of total harmony and balance. This sound meditation aids in liberating the mind from negative emotions and fears. It is perfect for those who seek clarity, a sense of alignment, and emotional freedom, helping you to reset and reconnect with your true self.

Tune out the world and unwind at the end of a long day with white noise. White noise can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality by blocking external noise, and this 12-hour track is designed to support your sleep overnight.

Spend a slow-paced day on the water with your rod and reel, listening to the sounds of the waves and waiting for the perfect bite in this Audible Sleep story narrated by Sterling K. Brown.

Due to its ability to deeply relax the mind and body, ASMR has become a source of calm and pleasure for millions.