Unwind with this tender and timeless retelling of The Ugly Duckling — a gentle tale of quiet wandering, seasonal change, and the calm discovery of one’s place in the world.

Told with soothing narration and peaceful imagery, this episode of Sleepy Journeys Through Fairytales will lull you into rest with each soft footstep, each flutter of feathers, and each moment of reflection on a tranquil lake.

Follow the journey of a duckling who leaves the comfort of his nest to find belonging in the wider world. As the seasons pass, the story gently unfolds toward understanding, transformation, and rest.

Highlights of the episode:

• A calm morning beside a nest on the edge of a quiet pond
• The early hatching of the ducklings — and the last one to arrive
• Subtle moments of rejection in the barnyard
• A peaceful solo journey through fields, woods, and snowy marshes
• A warm cottage and a firelight glimpse in winter
• The return of spring, a reflection in the lake, and gentle belonging
• A quiet wind-down beneath the stars

🛌 Perfect for:

• Bedtime listening
• Fans of bedtime stories for adults
• People managing insomnia, stress, or racing thoughts

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Put on your headphones, get cozy, and let the story lull you into peaceful rest. 💫

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Explore our other Sleepy Journey shows:

📜 Through History – Explore our dreamy past

🧚 Through Fairytales – Classic tales told with a soothing touch

🎶 Through Music History – Relax with stories behind legendary musicians

👑 Through Famous Figures – A gentle look into inspiring lives

🐉 Through Myths & Folklore – Legends and tales, told softly

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