Guided meditation · 16 min
Profound Sleep
Wake in the dark, set the night's worries down, and let slow tones carry you back toward deep rest.
With
Rated4.612K plays
- Level
- Beginner friendly
- Style
- Guided meditation
- Sound
- Voice with Monroe tones
- Best time
- Middle of the night
About this session
- Eases you back to sleep
- Softens the breath
- Relaxes the body
- Quiets wandering thoughts
A short spoken opening leads into Monroe Sound Science tones. You begin by following your breath, then take one easy breath a little deeper and silently say "relax". You picture that single word moving down into your lungs and out through your body. Then the voice stops, and the tones carry on. The Monroe Institute created it.
It suits the hours when you wake in the night and can't settle again, or any evening when you want to drift off. You don't need to follow along closely. If your attention slips or sleep arrives halfway through, that is exactly what the session allows.
After the session
01
A softer, slower breath
Breathe easily without forcing or trying hard.
02
A body that lets go
Feel ease spread out from head to toe.
03
Permission to do nothing
Rest without any task or goal to meet.
04
A quieter, calmer mind
Let distractions fade into the background.
Who it’s for
Yes, if…
- Anyone who wakes in the middle of the night and struggles to drop off again
- People whose minds stay busy once the lights go out
- Listeners who want a gentle, low-effort way to wind down
- Those curious about sleeping with tones and sound
Not now, if…
- Those looking for an energising or focused daytime practice
- People who want continuous voice guidance throughout (the voice goes quiet early)
- Anyone who prefers silence over tones and music
About the teacher
Monroe Institute
Allyn Evans: Chief Executive Officer of the Monroe Institute Luigi Sciambarella: Hypno-Psychotherapist, Lucid Dreaming and OBE Expert
Allyn Evans and Luigi Sciambarella, both trainers for the world-renowned Monroe Institute, have offered programs on an international stage. The institute was established by consciousness pioneer Robert Monroe and offers residential, virtual and online programs in the US and abroad. Both have trained numerous programs including the flagship Gateway Voyage, OBE Spectrum and Spoon Bending. In addition to being a trainer, Allyn is the Chief Executive Officer of the Monroe Institute and an energy healer. Luigi is a UKCP-registered Hypno-Psychotherapist, Monroe Board Member and lucid dreaming/out-of-body expert who offers Monroe programs primarily in the US and the UK. Both are content creators and voice talent for the Expand App and the Monroe channel on the Mindvalley App in addition to being guest speakers for Mindvalley Pro Members. In addition to being a trainer, Allyn is the Executive Director and President of the Monroe Institute and an energy healer. Luigi is a UKCP-registered Hypno-Psychotherapist and lucid dreaming/out-of-body expert who offers Monroe programs primarily in the US and the UK. Both are content creators and voice talent for the Expand App and the Monroe channel on the Mindvalley App in addition to being guest speakers for Mindvalley Pro Members. The two are in the process of creating a Quest for Mindvalley.
See all by Monroe InstituteQuestions people ask
Still unsure? Ask your assistant anything about this session.
What is the word "relax" for in this meditation?
It gives your mind one simple thing to hold. On a slightly deeper breath you think the word, let it move from your head down into your lungs, then let it spread through your whole body as you breathe out. It works as a quiet cue for release, with no effort needed.
Why does the voice say "whatever we pay attention to becomes the foreground"?
It explains why you're asked to let distractions drift into the background. Instead of fighting thoughts, you give your attention to the rhythm of your breathing, and everything else naturally recedes. It's a gentle way to settle without struggling.
What if my mind wanders or I lose track of the voice?
The guide says that's all right. There is nothing to accomplish, and losing track of the words or falling asleep during the session is also fine. If you notice you're holding your breath or trying too hard, soften your focus and return to a gentle breath.
What am I meant to do once the voice goes quiet?
You allow the tones to wash over you and rest. The final invitation is to get curious about what kind of feeling you can create with your imagination, since that tells you more about letting go. After that you simply stay in that place of ease and comfort.
Why is this one suggested for the middle of the night?
The guidance is brief and undemanding, so it won't pull you fully awake. There are no long exercises to follow, just a few breaths, one word and then tones. That makes it easy to use when you wake in the dark and want to ease back toward sleep.