4-Hour Calm Winter Sleep Story | A CHRISTMAS CAROL | Bedtime Story for Grown Ups (audiobook, asmr)

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Happy Holidays! We may all have an inner Scrooge from time to time. But it is never too late to change and become a better version of ourselves. And to become a better version FOR ourselves. Enjoy this bedtime story and dream away tonight. If you know someone else struggling with sleep, please share! Dream away and subscribe for more videos! kzbin.info/door/Kp9S0rMUS1hrKTCV68Lk2w If you would like to support this channel and help keep new content coming: www.paypal.me/michellessanctuary www.venmo.com/michellehotaling

[@larrymarcus3176]

Perfect elocution, cadence, execution of a very old world Brit vernacular. Even Dickens wry sarcastic humor is discernible. He would have been honored. You bring life to any story.

[@dale9724]

This is really great. My family used to read it together every Christmas. We’d pass the book around. Then my spouse and I used to do it with our friends. Lots of good food, spiced cider, etc. Huge fun, deeply meaningful.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

That sounds so lovely! I actually recorded this on a week I was hosting family for Thanksgiving and didn’t have the mental bandwidth to write! It was fun and my first time reading it aloud.

[@barbaratrepka5896]

You are the very best narrator that I have ever heard. I listen to a lot of audiobooks and you win hands down. Thank you so so much💕

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Wow, thank you! That's really heartwarming and I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@yonitznkc]

Michelle is gifted with a voice, ears, intelligence, and a spirit all combining for healing our dysregulated nervous systems.

[@amaliagrassi6870]

Omg!! Can I believe what I see before my eyes? 4 hours? 4 hours and of my very favourite Christmas story?! What a glorious gift! Thank you Michelle! 💙🙏

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I hope you enjoy-- I realize it is quite uncommon for a woman (and American) to record this beloved tale, but it was such a pleasure to explore the novella after having seen nearly every adaption for film and theatre. Hope you enjoy! 💜

[@amaliagrassi6870]

@@MichellesSanctuary Can't wait! Your voice is perfect for it! 💙🙏

[@lpearse1]

You have a gift.

[@raliskott2436]

I am SO very excited! Because your voice is so calming, usually I gently drift off nightly, but I think for this, I will start listening in the daytime while I am baking gingerbread cookies in celebration! Thank you for the joy and comfort you share. Personally, you make my life better…BIG TIME! Hugs to you Michelle 🤗

[@MichellesSanctuary]

What a wonderful idea-- I was hoping that people would be flexible in how they listen, since this is such a long tale. And I can smell those cookies now. I was just thinking of hosting a small gingerbread cookie and house making party. Happy holidays! 💜

[@stephaniechabot4806]

Beautiful words spoken Thank you so much for all that you do to make my nights pleasant and peaceful. ❤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you! This means a lot!

[@momofdeux]

I've listened to this every night for a week and haven't gotten to stave 2 yet! 🤣 I love it so so much, thank you Michelle!!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

That is wonderful (that you are getting to sleep!). I am so glad people like you are enjoying it-- I wasn't sure how it would be received as it's a little different from what I normally release. Happy holidays, Mackenzie!

[@mindovermatter5886]

Early night tonight down under, it's not winter but nearing the first day of summer, but the stories and sleeps are still welcomed. Awaiting eagerly this marathon, thank You.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you-- may you relish a mental escape from summer than as I delve into more snowy adventures this month! 💜

[@lyndabrennan4560]

Oh bless you Michelle, you narrate this classic book beautifully, it's really got me into the Christmas spirit, thank you very much sweetie, love and hugs 💖 💖

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Lynda! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Sending love and hugs right back to you. 💜

[@kyli1204]

Best story ever written! Charles Dickens narrated by Michelle. Beautiful ❤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Oh thank you! It was such a big task and joy to record.

[@kyli1204]

@ 4 hours of reading aloud, just for us! You’ve done so much for me in some of the hardest times in my life the past 5 years. I have been so lucky to stumble upon your channel. You helped me find peace and rest and dream when life was painful and damaging.

[@normangrandy8904]

OMG, I was fast asleep listening to sasquatch encounters. Then i started having this amzing dream about a women police officer. I was riding around with her and she kept talking and telling me this story. She had the most beautiful voice. I felt like a little boy being driven home. I was lost walking home at night. She picked me up. She just kept driving and talking. So i fell asleep. Theres so much more to it but hard to explain. But ive haven't felt these comforting and warm feelings since i was a small child. The dream eventually went a little sideways and i woke up at about the 90 minute mark. I've subscribed! Im a 46 uear old whonlobes christmas so much, especially having two little boys now. This is my favorite story. Its Dec 29 and I'm still watching a chrismas carol movies. My absolute favorite os tje 1951 Scrooge classic. Thank you so much for invading my sleep, and turning it into an amazing experience. Giving me warmth and feelings i haven't jad since I was 7. Merry Christmas and sending love and blessings to you all, from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤️

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you for sharing and I'm so glad you were able to connect with those magical feelings as you slept. Thanks for being part of this sanctuary and I wish you all the warmth and comfort 2025 can bring. ✨

[@stephburdick]

A meditation and A Christmas Carol?! I didn’t expect such a great early Christmas present! Thanks so much!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure. Happy holidays!

[@AuthorLynnLamb]

Wow, this sounds amazing, Michelle. This is a big undertaking, but with your talent I'm certain that your telling will be remarkable.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Lynn-- please laugh aloud as I confess that I did this because I thought it would be easier and quicker than my normal productions! I was wrong, but still glad I was able to finish this wonderful novella.

[@rosetsiporin5798]

Ur voice puts right to sleep u amazing girl

[@valerie-nk9th]

What a great narrator you are! For me, the best sleep stories are ones I'm familiar with, otherwise, I sometimes get too interested in the story! This was perfect. Thank you!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you! This feedback is so helpful. Happy holidays!

[@valerie-nk9th]

@@MichellesSanctuarybtw, after posting this , I tried 2 of your original stories for taking a nap. They (and your narration of them) were perfect, and I fell right to sleep.. :) Thank you for sharing them!

[@falconb8t750]

Omg yesssss!!!!! Thanks for this!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure. Sweet dreams! 💜

[@profesorakarenv]

So awesome…I am sure this will become a holiday tradition for many. It is the perfect way to enter the holiday season!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I do hope so-- whether for sleep, listened while decorating, or all of the above. It was a pleasure and feat to record.

[@j.p.1241]

Thank you everything is beautiful

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure-- thank you for writing. Happy holidays!

[@lpearse1]

Amazing.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

💜💜 Thank you. Sweet dreams!

[@GoldsGymLisa]

It would be my dream come true if you had a PodCast with simply Story Telling, in addition to your amazing Bedtime PodCast. You have an incredibly talented technique in your delivery:) You tell story’s in a way that is literally mesmerizing!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

That's a lovely idea. I am considering launching a few new channels in the new year!

[@kellykranz7652]

Thank you so much for the sleep stories. I listen every night

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure-- thank you for being part of this sanctuary!

[@liljar.6284]

Your stories feed my heart and soul. I love you ❤❤❤

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[@liljar.6284]

@@keiraadolph442 Hello Keira. Thanks but no thanks. I can speak to the dead myself.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Sending love to you and hope my stories continue to nourish you! 💜

[@BlessedAngee]

I Just Want to Thank You so Much !!! I Have to listen to you EVERYNIGHT to go to Sleep! THANK YOU YOUR AMAZING ❤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I'm so glad you're here! Thank you for being part of this sanctuary 💜

[@bloke3958]

I don’t know if it’s your voice, inflection or beautiful tone, but I have the most wonderful nights sleep listening to you! 💕

[@MichellesSanctuary]

That makes me so happy that these stories are working, Mike! Sweet dreams!

[@Laugh_always.havefun.]

Oh my I’m sooooo ready! Thank you Michelle thank you so much ♥️❤️❣️

[@MichellesSanctuary]

💜 My pleasure! Happy holidays, Traci!

[@GoldsGymLisa]

What a Special Treat! Ohhhh thank you! You are an amazing narrator:) I could listen to you tell stories all day long:))

[@MsAabbo]

I loved this so much! You are so talented and I just love listening to your soothing voice before I drift off to dreamland!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you for your kind words, Alisa-- so happy you are part of this sanctuary. Sweet dreams! 💜

[@Ang.143]

I loved waking up randomly and hearing about Scrooge! Perfect for this time of year 😊

[@MichellesSanctuary]

How wonderful- yes, let’s all embrace the magic of this time of year.

[@marniejohnston5106]

Oh my goodness…one of my all time favourites!! Can’t wait for this one ❤️

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I hope you enjoy-- I remember watching cartoon versions as a child during early dark nights in December and I always slept so well after.

[@jasonsonghurst1030]

Thank you so much for the hard work that goes into each story, time to sleep 😴 😴 ❤️💤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Jason! 💜

[@AWorldUnveiled]

I appreciate the effort you put into researching and narrating these stories. It's both entertaining and educationa

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Much appreciated!

[@1jamesodom]

You are a blessing to others

[@MichellesSanctuary]

You are so kind for saying so. Happy holidays!

[@debbieohara9240]

What a treat Michelle 🙌🎅🤶💗 Played it during the night ... It's superb 🙌💗thank you xxx

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Debbie! Hope you had a wonderful night of sleep.

[@daphnehinds5581]

Thank you Michelle! You are amazing! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Sweet dreams! 💜

[@Matty-Mat79]

This is great :) thank you :) I missed my parents read to me at night , now I get to fill that dream kinda :) thank you

[@MichellesSanctuary]

So happy to help in any way-- there is something so nice about having a story to bring us to sleep and dreams. Happy holidays!

[@ASideshowJourney]

How did I miss this one? Saving for another day. :)

[@Katcher-yg9re]

Will you read a Valentines day novel for us fans since February is right around the corner? I loved this Christmas reading of this Charles Dickens book! Sincerely thank you and CHEERS!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Let me do some research for that! It's a lovely idea.

[@MichelleFaithLove]

Lovely way to have joyful winter dreams. Michelle has a gentle, beautiful voice. Thank you and happiness to all. December 2022. 🛌🥱😴💤💤💤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you- from one Michelle to another. May these stories continue to feed your imagination and bring peace and sleep! 💜

[@victoriapratto9567]

Hi Michelle looking forward to a great sleep story worked hard last night looking forward to Great dreams and great sleep

[@MichellesSanctuary]

You've earned it-- it should be up tonight to enjoy!

[@harrietadams2326]

Thanks 4 another awesome story 2 listen 2 l love it!🥰

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure-- dream away!

[@jcszot]

Wonderful! Thank you! 🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you! And happy holidays!

[@anastasiaromanoff1010]

yes.. I listen.. working nights.. this is four hours long.. I'm a new subscriber.. thank you.. I don't have to search for anything else to replace this horrible MSM news.. thank you for helping all of us through these difficult world times.. we will get through this together..

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thanks for joining this sanctuary and I hope these stories continues to help you dream away in 2023! 🥰

[@louaynemaihara2437]

More! More of your great voice and good intent.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you so much! I am working on more!

[@nicholasgrop1468]

Thank you thank you . Been waiting all week . I don't know how you do it but you do it good. 💜💜💜💜

[@MichellesSanctuary]

So glad you're part of the sanctuary--- I just keep myself to committed to showing up every Sunday for you all (and for myself). 💜

[@RiverRusted]

Oh this is going to be amazing. Yay Thank you for this amazing gift tonight Michelle ❤️❤️ Happy holidays. Thank you for helping survive this year 2021....Peace friend

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Glad I could help in anyway-- we all deserve to celebrate surviving this year! Happy holidays!

[@briancomiskey9824]

I am in love with your soothing voice. Thank you for sharing it.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

My pleasure 😊 thank you for being part of this sanctuary, Brian!

[@briancomiskey9824]

@@MichellesSanctuary 💜

[@OldieHouse]

I am so excited to listen tonight

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Sweet dreams!

[@Mcgahee-vi7vz]

Good night everyone sweet dreams 😴 🌙 🌚 🌔 🌕 🌖 🌛

[@MichellesSanctuary]

You too, Luis-- sweet dreams! 💜

[@CozyDreamTales-eo8sl]

Thank you for the beautiful story

[@summerbowman9736]

Took me 10 days to finish. 😆 Thank you for this great undertaking! It was awesome!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I love that you finished! Happy holidays!

[@amyhyde70]

This was awesome💥! Was fully prepared to stay awake and listen to the story, at least half… I fell asleep during the pre story🤓 Which is the main reason we listen, right?! Woke up hours later and re started. Still didn’t make it to the story. Will try again tonight! Thank you Michelle for training my brain to fall asleep when I hear your voice …. I think….. Wanna hear the story….. I think….. Wanna sleep….did sleep! Thank you!!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

This made me smile- how effective and yet, there’s a lot of story to get through! How wonderful you are falling asleep so quickly. I do wonder if in person I would have the same effect on people if my voice is so associated with sleep! 😂

[@amyhyde70]

🤣😂, I really don’t think so. It’s just all your listeners are trying desperately to get some sleep, and you have the perfect cadence. The guy that does sleep stories sounds creepy. (I’m sure he’s an angel) In person I’m sure you would be captivating, yet not sleep inducing😂 I’m just really grateful that you chose this as your thing. You are really good at it💥👍🐬 Thank you!!

[@sineadnichoirbin7232]

Brilliant! Can't wait Michelle. You're so talented 🎅🎄💞

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I hope you enjoy it-- sweet dreams!

[@ChrisJones-os2og]

Thank you for this classic!

[@johncassidy7621]

Greetings and blessings from Ireland 🎶☘💖🎶 I first tried to listen to this recording the first day it was uploaded.. And i have TRIED to listen every night since then.. With no success.. I keep falling asleep before the ending !?!?.. lol.. I'll shall try again tonight.. Thanks for taking the time to do this Michelle 🌈🌏🌎💖

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, John, for your words and for your dedication! I'm glad it is getting you sleep. My ultimate goal (one of these times I may just read a phone book at the end to see who's still with me) 😂. Happy holidays!

[@johncassidy7621]

@@MichellesSanctuary 😹🤣😹🤣

[@victoriapratto9567]

Michelle well done I enjoyed the story very much Merry Christmas to you and all listening

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Victoria! Happy holidays!

[@erica4642]

Absolutely love this! The topic and the length are perfect.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Erica-- Happy Holidays!

[@daniellachanelle4142]

I've seen the Donald duck version of this, but never read the book. Your voice is great to fall asleep to!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I'm glad you discovered this version-- I think I may have first been introduced to the Disney version myself. Sweet dreams!

[@Bunzilla22]

This is fantastic! Would love to hear you read the wind in the willows!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

That is a great idea-- I do want to read more stories, I'll see if other listeners are on board with that.

[@Bunzilla22]

@@MichellesSanctuary there is wonderful abridged version read by Richard Briers if reading the whole book is too much! The whole thing takes about 6hours but Richard Briers version is around 3 hours.

[@alanmalczewski8631]

Great job, love this!!!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Alan. I'm so happy-- sweet dreams!

[@christinenewland386]

Beautifully read! What a treat! Thank you so much Michelle! Merry Christmas! ❤

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you, Christine! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Happy Holidays!

[@summerbowman9736]

YESSSSSSSSS!!!! 🤩😍😆

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Enjoy! Happy holidays, Summer!

[@lolmumru597]

Thanks man , got my gcse tomorrow and I’m hoping this will go in subliminally

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Hope it all went well!

[@jaimezimmerman161]

Omgosh a Christmas Carol!!! I'm so excited for this reading!!! I love your other stories so much and now that you have a classic story I'm even more excited to listen than usual!!! We just got about 4 in of snow up here in Michigan so this is perfect 🥰 Thank you michelle!!!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

How beautiful it must be--- I've only had a few flurries so far in New York. I hope you enjoy this one! It was a wonderful experience to explore the words and themes of Dickens. Sweet dreams!

[@MatiasGeraldoThe2nd]

This is nice

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Thank you 🎄

[@faithleopold5245]

Please go back to the stories you write. They are one of the highlights of my week. I was a little let down when it was someone else's story. You have such a gift.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I will always do that. But I was ill this week and hosting family for Thanksgiving and working my other jobs. I just did not have the ability to write as well. I do have over 200 original stories you can revisit this week!

[@faithleopold5245]

@@MichellesSanctuary oh good! And yes! I usually listen to 2 or 3 a night. They are the highlight of my evenings. I hope you are feeling better!

[@sandarahcatmom9897]

4:50 story begins...

[@taoccsnndn4961]

Hi Michelle

[@MichellesSanctuary]

Hello!

[@MichellesSanctuary]

How lovely-- it makes me smile to read this. I want to write about the Gulf Coast at some point! Christian is an amazing friend and colleague and I'm glad his channel brought you over to this sanctuary. Sweet dreams!

[@taoccsnndn4961]

@@MichellesSanctuary AWW TYSM AND I CANT BELIEVE YOU RESPONDED THIS CHANNEL WILL BE SOMETHING IM DEFINITELY COMIN BACK TO

[@anastasiaromanoff1010]

Michelle. would you please do Bernard Cornwall Authorian trilogy "Winter King" "Enemy of God" "Excalibur".. these are also my favorites.. and Brahm Stoker's Dracula.. your readings bring brilliant pictures to mind.. then you might start Harry Potter series

[@MichellesSanctuary]

I would love to do these-- I'm going to look into it. Thank you, Anastasia!

[@lisacup6876]

A bunch of new age nonsense.

[@MichellesSanctuary]

But sometimes nonsense can feel wonderful. Happy holidays, Lisa! 💜