Wellness Loud

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

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Can’t sleep? You’re not alone—and there’s help. Nothing Much Happens  is a bedtime story podcast beloved by millions. Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai tells soothing, cozy stories where—just as the title says—nothing much happens. That’s the magic. Instead of spiraling thoughts or anxious scrolling, you’ll be gently guided to a calm, comfortable place. Each episode is read twice, with a slower second telling to ease you into rest. Trusted by listeners for over seven years and streamed more than 180 million times, it’s a ritual of safety, comfort, and sleep. Subscribe to our  ⁠⁠Premi...

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Wellness Loud

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Health

Podcast website

www.nothingmuchhappens.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

In The Bleachers 21.09.2020

Our story tonight is called In the Bleachers, and it’s a story about a game watched on a crisp fall evening. It’s also about pumpkins on doorsteps, flannel shirts, and remembering that there are lots of ways to grow. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes . Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens...

Bonfire 07.09.2020

Our story tonight is called Bonfire and it’s a story about an evening on the beach toward the end of the summer. It’s also about bare feet in the sand, kite tails flapping in the air, and the subtle signs of the shifting season. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Mu...

Summer Feast 24.08.2020

Our story tonight is called Summer Feast, and it’s a story about a meal eaten on a blanket spread over the grass. It’s also about shapes spotted in the clouds, whistle weeds, and taking the time to savor some favorite flavors. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much...

The Labyrinth 10.08.2020

Our story tonight is called The Labyrinth and it’s a story about a slow walk on a gravel path in mid-summer. It’s also about hidden places, unseen acts of kindness, the way cats sit in their windows, and always looking for magic. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-M...

The Turnaround 27.07.2020

Our story tonight is called “The Turnaround” and it’s a story about a trip down a gravel road on a summer day. It’s also about bulrushes and bonfires, family stories, and coming back to a place you know well. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnys...

In the Map Room 13.07.2020

Our story tonight is called In the Map Room and it’s a story about the pleasures of looking at the world drawn out on paper. It’s also about a gasp of koi fish in a pond, a bike ride that leads somewhere surprising, and the view from the upper room of an old house. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchas...

Wind and Wildflowers 29.06.2020

Our story tonight is called Wind and Wildflowers and it’s a story about a summer afternoon walk in the woods. It’s also about the moments before the rain rolls in, the secret life of trees, and a glass of iced tea drunk from a back porch glider. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://...

The Inn Keeper 15.06.2020

Our story tonight is called The Inn Keeper and it’s a story about a morning in early summer on the lake. It’s also about taking the time to do something well, a porch swing that faces the water and a slice of coffee cake on thin china plate. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omny...

The Hardware Store 01.06.2020

Our story this week is called The Hardware Store and it's a story about finding all the right things for a few projects at home. It’s also about stacks of fresh-sawn wood, a packet of peanut butter cups, and the ride home, with the window down. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://b...

A Dance In The Park 18.05.2020

Our story tonight is called A Dance in the Park and it’s a story about coming back into the world after a bit of time spent alone. It’s also about a glass of pink hibiscus tea, window shopping on a downtown street, and moving to the music on a sunny day. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book:...

Old Houses 04.05.2020

Our story tonight is called “Old Houses” and it’s a story about a wandering amble through an unknown neighborhood. It’s also about a forgotten piece of music in an old piano bench, a penny pressed into a sidewalk, and the stories we tell about the places we live. So let's get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Pur...

The Front Door and The Back Door 20.04.2020

Our story tonight is called The Front Door and the Back Door and it’s a story about a bit of Spring Cleaning inside and outside the house. It’s also about butterflies drawn in chalk on the sidewalk, a message arriving at the just the right moment, and seedlings waiting for their chance to grow. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-f...

At the Hideaway 06.04.2020

Our story tonight is called “At the Hideaway” and it’s a story about getting away to a tiny cabin in the woods. It’s also about seeing signs of Spring, a long walk, and finding a way to feel connected even when we’re far apart. Buy the book Get beautiful NMH merch Get autographed copies Get our ad-free and bonus episodes Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/lis...

The Jewelry Box 23.03.2020

Our story tonight is called The Jewelry Box and it’s a story about a an heirloom handed down through a family. It’s also about a jeweled broach pinned on the lapel of a jacket, Spring sunlight, and some good advice for when things break. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book! Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn mo...

The Tea Shop 09.03.2020

Our story tonight is called The Tea Shop and it’s a story about a carefully prepared cup of tea drunk on a cool morning. It’s also about a cat with a crooked tail, a memory of belonging, and the days on the edge of a new season. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book! Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about...

All Day, At Home 24.02.2020

Our story tonight is called All Day, At Home and it’s a story about tucking yourself away from the world for a bit. It’s also about watching winter from a window seat, red pepper flakes from the Italian coast, and the joy of minding one’s own business. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book! Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Hearts & Flowers 10.02.2020

Our story tonight is called Hearts and Flowers and it’s a story about showing someone what’s in your heart. It’s also about a Valentine’s Day card signed with a flourish, a shop full of flowers, and the moment that you decide to take a risk. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book! Get our ad-free and bonus episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https...

Fresh Snow 27.01.2020

Our story tonight is called Fresh Snow and it’s a story about time spent outside as the flakes fall. It’s also about a late-night bath, a peppermint stick in a cup of hot chocolate, and the easy comfort of long-held friends. So get cozy and ready to sleep. This episode mentions alcohol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See...

A Break In The Weather 13.01.2020

Our story tonight is called A Break in the Weather and it’s a story about a day in the sun. It’s also about a heart drawn on a window pane, dripping icicles, and that fresh open feeling that comes with a little bit of change. So get cozy and ready to sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Little Rituals 30.12.2019

Our story tonight is called “Little Rituals” and it's a story about a simple way to shift into a calmer place. It’s also about tiny cups and saucers, a memory from a favorite place, and lessons learned from Mom. So get cozy and ready to sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Under the Tree 16.12.2019

Our story tonight is called Under the Tree and it’s a story about a day of decorating around the house. It’s also about a bowl of oatmeal with cinnamon and apples, a box of ornaments wrapped in paper, and the things that connect us to the past. So get cozy and ready to sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens See omnystudio....

Skating In The Park 02.12.2019

Our story tonight is called “Skating in the Park” and it’s a story about revisiting a yearly tradition. It’s also about a thermos of coffee waiting to warm you up, thick socks, and the kind of friends who even after a while apart, can pick right back up where they left off. So get cozy and ready to sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothin...

Over the River and Through the Woods 18.11.2019

Our story tonight is called Over the River and through the Woods and it’s a story about going home for Thanksgiving. It’s also about fresh rolls from the bakery, late night card games, and sitting at at a long kitchen table with people who know you well. So get cozy and ready to sleep. This story mentions alcohol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit....

The Cabin in the Woods 04.11.2019

Our story tonight is called “The Cabin in the Woods” and it’s a story about a trip along winding roads and a special place at the end of them. It’s also about pine cones high in their branches, a jigsaw puzzle spread out on the kitchen table, and a calm quiet feeling that comes from being far away from everything. So get cozy and ready to sleep. This episode mentions alcohol. See omnystudio.com/li...

Grandmother's Grimoire 21.10.2019

Our story tonight is called Grandmother’s Grimoire and it’s a story about a family heirloom that arrives in the crispy cool days of October. It’s also about an afternoon in the attic with old trunks and photographs, a cup of sugar from the pantry, and the return of an old friend. So get cozy and ready to sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/...

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