Bedtime Stories: A Unique Guided Relaxation Program for Falling Asleep and Entering the World of Dreams [Audiobook, Unabridged] [Audio Cassette]

Clarissa Pinkola (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2002

Bedtime Stories Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D.

As a child growing up in a family of cantadoras (keepers of the old stories), Clarissa Pinkola Estés learned first-hand how a story told at bedtime can soothe away the troubles of the day, and prepare the way for another night’s dreams to follow. Now a beloved cantadora herself, Estés shares this treasured family tradition with you on Bedtime Stories, her own special collection of tales to relax and ease you into sleep. Join this world-renowned Jungian analyst and bestselling author as she explores:

• How to use stories as healing companions that open an "aperture" into the divine world of our dreams

• The meaning of archetypal figures like Mother Night and the Sandman, and themes such as renewal, enchantment, and transformation

• Original tellings by Dr. Estés of her bedside favorites, including Sleeping Beauty, the Mouse and the Lion, and more "Adulthood is only a disguise we wear during the daytime," Estés teaches. So tonight pull the covers up tight and listen as a magic world enfolds and restores you, with Bedtime Stories.

Editorial Reviews

Book Description

Beloved storyteller Estes gathers stories treasured as healing companions around the world for listeners of all ages. With cello accompaniment by Eugene Friesen. 1 cassette. (Baby/Preschool)

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This material is not available in print. --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Sounds True, Incorporated (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564559602
• ISBN-13: 978-1564559609
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,427,777 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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60 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You, Clarissa Pinkola Estes - I can SLEEP now!!!!, January 12, 2005

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Cynthia S. Hood (Watauga, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bedtime Stories: A Unique Guided Relaxation Program for Falling Asleep and Entering the World of Dreams (Audio CD)

I can't remember ever being read to as a child but I do have early memories of my mother rocking me and singing. I never knew what I was missing until last night. I put my headphones on, pushed start and Mrs. Estes whisked me away to a magical place in time.

The CD begins with a brief relaxation exercise and then she tucks you in (it's SO comforting) and then she asks you to do only ONE thing...listen to the sound of her voice.

She begins her stories with a brief explanation that everyone comes into sleep as a child. Throughout the day we have to be adults but in sleeping and waking we have the open minds and hearts of children and we are able to hear with that crystal clear child hearing and open our minds to childhood dreams.

She then briefly touches on "The Giant Wardrobe," from "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe," and then leads into her own version of the classic "The Sleeping Beauty."

From there we're led to "The Meeting with Destiny," and "The Lion and Mouse Fable," "The Sandman" and "Sleeping Hero" legends and "The Jumping Mouse Tale."

I was almost asleep by this time (and was slightly stunned because I usually have insomnia and I NEVER sleep) but I was able to hear her finish the sixty minute CD with the ever beautiful poem "Winken, Blinken and Nod."

After hearing this CD I truly felt like a child who had been tucked in bed and had touched upon the magic of far away places and had seen the unseen lands of fairy tales. I felt as if I had lived in those stories and I treasured that feeling.

I woke this morning feeling rested, yes, RESTED, for the first time I can remember, it's been so long. I have opened my heart to fairy tales and bedtime stories and have made a commitment to myself to listen on audio CD's to these stories that were never read to me.

I have seen and felt the magic of these fairy tales and I have realized that I never had the chance to live in this magical kingdom where children usually live. I'm no longer a child, but at night and in my dreams...I will be.

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I only wish I could hear the end of the tape . . ., August 28, 2002

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Susan (Newmarket, ON Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bedtime Stories: A Unique Guided Relaxation Program for Falling Asleep and Entering the World of Dreams (Audio Cassette)

This is an amazing tape. Those who have enjoyed Dr. Estes' previous taped lectures will welcome her familiar story telling style. She paints such a creative picture, that it lulls you into the story and you can see each of her characters. Even the short segment from Chronicles of Narnia with which she begins is enchanting -- and carries the listener into the realm of Story and Image.

There is only one problem. I waken in the morning after a great night's sleep, and realize that I have never heard the end of either side of the tape! Not really a problem, however, because my sleep has been sweet and restorative -- exactly what Dr. Estes wishes each of her listeners!

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the ONLY relaxation program I can stand, January 10, 2005

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ethereal girl (my own little world) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bedtime Stories: A Unique Guided Relaxation Program for Falling Asleep and Entering the World of Dreams (Audio CD)

Being a "professional insomniac," I have stacks of relaxation tapes and CDs, hypnotherapy, white noise, ocean surf, etc. Most are grating or just not helpful. I LOVE this CD! I actually fall asleep listening to it. Additionally, the stories are enchanting and very enjoyable. I only wish she would make a sequel...and that her many tapes would be recorded on CDs.