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Wanderlust in Space

Mon, 21 Apr 2025

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Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧 Writer: Chase Doan ✍️ Sound effects: otherworldly birdsong, idle spaceship 🦜🚀  Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, the family embarks on another interstellar adventure, encountering extraordinary creatures and gaining new insights. 😴 Includes mentions of: Family, Fantastical Creatures, Aliens, Dinosaurs, Food, Outer Space, Flying, Friendship.  Watch, listen and comment on this episode on the Get Sleepy YouTube channel. And hit subscribe while you're there! Enjoy various playlists of our stories and meditations on our Slumber Studios Spotify profile. Tonight's Sponsors BetterHelp. Take care of your mental well-being. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/getsleepy. Support Us Get Sleepy’s Premium Feed: getsleepy.com/support/ Get Sleepy Merchandise: getsleepy.com/store Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-sleepy/id1487513861 Connect Stay up to date on all our news and even vote on upcoming episodes! Website: getsleepy.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/getsleepypod/ Instagram: instagram.com/getsleepypod/ Twitter: twitter.com/getsleepypod Our Apps Redeem exclusive unlimited access to Premium content for 1 month FREE in our mobile apps built by the Get Sleepy and Slumber Studios team: Deep Sleep Sounds: deepsleepsounds.com/getsleepy/ Slumber: slumber.fm/getsleepy/ FAQs Have a query for us or need help with something? You might find your answer here:Get Sleepy FAQs About Get Sleepy Get Sleepy is the #1 story-telling podcast designed to help you get a great night’s rest. By combining sleep meditations with a relaxing bedtime story, each episode will guide you gently towards sleep. Get Sleepy Premium Get instant access to ad-free episodes and Thursday night bonus episodes by subscribing to our premium feed. It's easy! Sign up in two taps! Get Sleepy Premium feed includes: Monday and Wednesday night episodes (with zero ads). An exclusive Thursday night bonus episode. Access to the entire back catalog (also ad-free). Extra-long episodes. Exclusive sleep meditation episodes. Discounts on merchandise. We’ll love you forever. Get your 7-day free trial: getsleepy.com/support. Thank you so much for listening! Feedback? Let us know your thoughts! getsleepy.com/contact-us/. Get Sleepy is a production of Slumber Studios. Check out our podcasts, apps, and more at slumberstudios.com. That’s all for now. Sweet dreams ❤️ 😴 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Chapter 1: What is Get Sleepy and what does it offer?

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Get Sleepy is a production of Slumber Studios and is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and premium members. If you'd like to listen ad-free and access weekly bonus episodes, extra long stories and our entire back catalogue, you can try out premium free for seven days by following the link in the episode notes. Now, a quick word from our sponsors.

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Chapter 2: How can BetterHelp support mental health?

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Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring tonight's episode. You know, traditional in-person therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $250 per session, or the equivalent in other currencies. But with BetterHelp Online Therapy, you can save on average up to 50% per session. Therapy should feel accessible for any of us who need it, and not like a luxury that so many of us are excluded from.

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Therapy has always made such a positive impact on my life each time I've attended sessions, and I hope you're able to do the same if you feel it could be helpful for you. BetterHelp makes therapy more affordable and convenient. Welcome to Get Sleepy, where we listen, we relax, and we get sleepy. My name's Thomas, and it's my honor to be your host.

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Chapter 3: Who are the Fitzpatrick family and where are they going?

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Tonight, I'll be narrating our story as we conclude our mini-series with a family from the future, the Fitzpatricks. Clara and her parents have traveled through the universe and settled on the distant planet, Vida. And now, they are about to visit their alien friends on the other side of the wormhole. Thanks again to Chase for this wonderful trio of stories.

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Our Premium members will be able to enjoy all three stitched together into a long-length episode this Friday night. So if you'd like to try out Premium, the first seven days are free of charge, and you can find a link to sign up in the episode description. Now, make sure you're nice and comfortable in your bed. Cocoon yourself under your covers, cozy and safe in your sanctuary of rest.

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With each breath in and out, and each and every word you listen along to tonight, you can allow yourself to be carried away into a blissful sleepiness, further from the events of the day and from any troubles and any responsibilities. All of it can fade away as you rest in your comfy cocoon.

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Allow those breaths to lengthen a little more as you settle deeper, breathing in slowly, filling the lungs with oxygen. and steadily exhaling with control, really letting the body relax with the release of the breath. Sense the heaviness of your eyelids, the tiredness in your muscles, the easing of your mind.

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Enjoy all of these sensations as they are the natural components that guide you towards sleep. And your imagination can visualize our calming story so that you drift into peaceful, pleasant dreams. Like a butterfly that emerges from its cocoon, beautiful and free. You'll wake up tomorrow feeling all the better for this rest.

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Ready to spread your wings and display your own unquestionable beauty inside and out for the world to see. It's time to travel to planet Vida, where the Fitzpatrick family is about to board their trusty spaceship, setting off on another extraordinary journey. Clara and her parents stand before the sleek, gleaming hull of their spaceship, the Celestial Cruiser.

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They're ready to embark on a momentous journey to the space station on the other side of the wormhole. The ship's metallic surface catches the sunlight, reflecting the vibrant hues of Vida's sky. Waving goodbye to the colonists, Clara follows her mum and dad up the ramp and into the spacious interior of the ship. In her hand, she clutches a card.

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It's the one that Clazo and his alien crew gave them. The soft hum of the engines reverberates through the hull, promising adventure and discovery. As Clara steps inside, she admires the improvements made to the ship. The interior is more futuristic than before. It's adorned with holographic displays, softly pulsating control panels, and plush seating to make their voyage more comfortable.

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The air is infused with the smell of fresh materials and the scent of absolute freedom. Clara breathes in deeply. Her parents settle into the cockpit and prepare for departure, their hands dancing across the controls. Taking the seat next to them, Clara straps herself in and peers through the wide viewport at the distant horizon of their beloved planet.

Chapter 4: What happens when the Fitzpatricks enter the wormhole?

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The celestial cruiser roars to life with a surge of power vibrating around them. The ship rises off the ground and into the air. Clara watches Vida, with its now familiar landscapes and cherished memories, shrink into a distant, colorful orb as they pass through the atmosphere and launch into space. Soon, they are soaring among the stars.

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Clara feels a swirl of emotions, mainly excitement and wonder. Distant galaxies sparkle like scattered jewels across the cosmic sea. beckoning the Fitzpatricks towards a future filled with unknown possibilities. As the minutes pass by, Clara is aware of the rhythmic thrum of the engines, their soothing pulse a companion to her thoughts.

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She is thrilled to be seeing their alien friend again and to explore more of the universe. This trip will go down in history, and it might just affect the lives of countless sentient beings from this day forth. The celestial cruiser glides gracefully through the starry expanse of space. It's guided by the navigational coordinates, leading them to the wormhole near Arion.

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Finally, the moment arrives. Clara's mum announces their approach to the wormhole. a massive blue ring that hangs above the rocky red planet. Clara can barely sit still as she clutches the armrests and stares out of the viewport. Breathless, she watches the wormhole materialize, a shimmering portal through which they will travel to reunite with Clazo and explore more of outer space.

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Clara's parents guide the ship into the wormhole with steady hands. As they traverse the astral bridge that links the two galaxies, time and space fold around them, distorting reality. Inside the ring, brilliant flashes of color streak past, momentarily enveloping the celestial cruiser in a kaleidoscope of energy.

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It is nothing short of exhilarating, feeling the very fabric of space-time shifting around them. And then, the journey through the wormhole ends just as abruptly as it began. The ship emerges into another part of the universe, the space station looming ahead. Distant stars twinkle, as they do elsewhere. although the constellations they form are unfamiliar to Clara.

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The Fitzpatricks marvel at their new surroundings and celebrate their successful journey. They are one step closer to reuniting with Clazo. Clara is thrilled at the prospect of rekindling friendships, and she's excited about the adventures that await them in the uncharted territories of this region of space. She leans back in her seat, her gaze fixed on their destination.

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The space station is bigger than she remembers. Alien spacecraft coming and going from the many docking bays. She understands that the journey ahead will be full of mysteries and unknown variables. But she can't wait to start exploring. The colony outfitted the family with impressive pieces of technology. Wristbands that can modify speech and interpret any language.

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They'll be able to converse with any aliens they encounter without communication barriers. The ship's engines purr softly as they approach their destination. A sense of anticipation is building among the three of them as they are all excited about the impending reunion. As they draw closer, the space station fills up the entire viewport.

Chapter 5: What awaits the Fitzpatricks at the space station?

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The colossal structure is an interstellar haven, surrounded by an intricate network of docking bays and illuminated walkways. It shimmers with an array of vibrant colors, a reflection of the diverse species and cultures that visit daily. With grace and precision, Clara's mum guides the ship towards their designated docking port.

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Leaning forward to gaze out of the viewport, Clara's eyes widen as she catches glimpses of the activity within the space station. There are spaceships of all shapes and sizes flitting about, carrying beings from distant corners of the galaxy. It's a sign of the station's cosmopolitan nature.

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Clara's dad activates the communication panel, and the holographic display lights up, casting a soft glow in the cockpit. Clara then hands her dad the card that was given to them by Clazo. Clara's dad places the card into the console, activating the signal that alerts the alien to their presence.

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After a brief moment, the holographic display flickers to life, and Clara feels a ripple of excitement course through her. Clazo's familiar blue face materializes, beaming with delight. He welcomes the Fitzpatricks to the space station with a voice filled with joy. Their long-awaited reunion is only moments away.

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Clazo provides detailed directions for their final approach, assuring them that the alien community is thrilled about their arrival. The image fades, and the celestial cruiser gently docks at the location Clazo instructed. As the docking clamps engage, the ship settles into place, creating a secure connection between the station and the vessel. The sound reverberates through the ship.

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To Clara, it symbolizes the bridging of two worlds. She unfastens her seatbelt and activates her wristband, before joining her parents at the entrance hatch. She can see her own excitement mirrored in their eyes. The hatch slides open with a hiss of released pressure, revealing a bustling hub of activity.

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Clara inhales deeply to take in the scents of the station, a mix of exotic aromas all intermingling and reflecting the diverse cultures that have converged at this intergalactic crossroads. Following her parents, Clara steps out onto the walkway. At once, she feels a sense of awe and belonging.

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The air is filled with the hum of conversations in alien tongues and the gentle trills of unknown instruments. Faces of different sizes, shapes, and hues greet her with warmth and curiosity. Finally, the family spots Clazo approaching them, his sparkling blue skin catching the light. They exchange friendly smiles, and he shakes each of their hands, welcoming them to the station.

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Clara knows that this reunion with Clazo and the alien community marks the beginning of something special. shared dreams, universal connections, and the infinite marvels that await them all among the stars. With infectious enthusiasm, Clauso leads the Fitzpatricks through the busy corridors of the space station.

Chapter 6: How does Clara feel about her journey and the alien community?

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The family told Clazo about the vision they saw on Vida and the aliens that used to live there and he knows where to find some of them here on the space station. He leads them into a domed chamber. Clara's gaze is immediately drawn to a group of tall, slender aliens standing a few feet away. These are the beings she saw in the vision. Their skin shimmers like liquid stardust.

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They emanate an aura of wisdom and grace, while their presence fills the room with tranquil energy. Clazo and the Fitzpatricks approach the aliens. With a warm smile, Clazo introduces Clara and her parents, explaining that they live on the aliens' old home planet, Vida. The aliens welcome them to the space station, their skin radiating a glow that reflects their inner luminosity.

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They are even more impressive in person. Clara thanks the aliens for taking such good care of Vida, and tells them how much she admires their sense of adventure. The aliens guide Clazo and the family around the chamber, pointing out the artifacts and interactive displays that their civilization has created. Clara's eyes widen at the intricacies of their creations.

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The engines that power the station, the holographic interfaces that respond to touch, and the galactic artworks showcasing their travels, which hang across the walls. The aliens of Vida are the ones who created the space station. They used their technology to bring all the different species together. If they had never left Vida, none of this would have happened.

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Clara and her parents express their thanks and engage in conversation, sharing the story of their travels from Earth to Vida. The more they interact with the aliens, the more they realize that despite their differences, the spirit of Wanderlust unites all of them. Eventually, they exchange farewells, happy to have formed a connection between their two civilizations.

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After they leave the Grand Chamber, Clara and her parents are eager to continue their exploration. They ask Clazo if he would give them a tour of this galaxy outside the space station's walls. He loves the idea and leads them to his spaceship, a sleek vessel pulsating with a soft glow. One by one, they step aboard, the ship's interior warm and welcoming.

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The walls are illuminated with soft hues of blue and purple, while the hum of advanced technology fills the air. As the ship powers on and gets ready to take flight, Clara settles into a comfortable seat between her parents. They strap themselves in for the ride. Clazo pilots the vessel away from the space station with skill and finesse.

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He warns the family to hold on tight as he flicks the controls. The ship enters warp speed, propelling them into the heart of the galaxy. As they traverse the vastness of space, Clara gazes at the wonders that unfold before her. Their alien host guides them towards celestial phenomena that is unique to this part of the universe, promising a visual spectacle beyond their wildest dreams.

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The spaceship has the technology to render visible things that are usually invisible to the naked eye. Soon, they are approaching a nebula. It's a vast cloud of gas and dust, glowing with otherworldly brilliance. The spaceship's viewport shows dancing colors swirling in ethereal patterns. Clara can see shifting hues of indigo, magenta, and emerald. It is a mesmerizing display of cosmic artistry.

Chapter 7: What is the significance of the meeting with the aliens?

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They saw them as emissaries bearing messages from the gods, or as spirits embodying transformation and renewal. He explains that the tales vary across cultures, but common themes always emerge. While some believed that a comet's appearance heralded the rise or fall of empires, others viewed it as a symbol of rebirth and the cyclical nature of existence.

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It served as a reminder that change is the one constant in life. and that the heavens hold secrets beyond our grasp. Clara's mum interjects to share her own knowledge. She speaks of comets appearing in ancient records as harbingers of good fortune. These stories influenced the actions and beliefs of many different societies.

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Nodding, Kara's dad explains that some civilizations viewed comets as reminders of humanity's place in the universe. People back then understood that they were interconnected with the cosmos. Listening to her parents, Clara feels a deep connection to those ancient people. The fascination with comets has transcended time.

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weaving together the threads of humanity's passion for space and all that it holds. As the tale draws to a close, the family gazes out of the viewport. Clara's dad remarks on how comets still inspire awe and curiosity, even today. Comets are a reminder that the cosmos is ever-changing, expanding, and full of mysteries yet to be unraveled.

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Following the comet's path, Clazo adjusts the ship's course to allow the Fitzpatricks to witness its passage from a privileged vantage point. They can see its tail better from this angle, shimmering with colors like a cosmic rainbow. Clazo's voice fills the cabin as he shares scientific insights, like how comets are icy remnants from the early stages of the universe.

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It is humbling to know that this comet has traveled across unfathomable distances. When it's finally out of sight, Clara and her parents return to their seats. Clazo tells the family to buckle up, as he has a surprise. He is taking them down to the surface of one of the nearby planets. Their destination mirrors Earth in many ways. Soon, they are approaching a green and blue orb.

Chapter 8: What role did the aliens of Vida play in the universe?

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As the ship meets the atmosphere, Clara peers through the viewport, her eyes widening with anticipation. They descend gracefully, and a lush landscape unfolds before them. An expansive vista of dense forests, rolling hills, and glistening bodies of water. When the spaceship has gently touched down on the planet's surface,

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Clara follows the others outside, stepping onto land that feels both familiar and alien. There is a slight tang in the air, a unique blend of scents that mixes the earthiness of soil with a hint of exotic plant life. They are standing at the edge of a vast grassland, stretching as far as the eye can see. Golden grasses sway gently in the breeze, creating a hypnotic dance of movement.

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The sky overhead is a brilliant canvas of azure blue, dotted with fluffy clouds that cast shadows upon the ground. Carzo leads the Fitzpatricks to the top of a hill, where they can spot the inhabitants of this remarkable world. alien dinosaurs. Clara's heart leaps with joy upon witnessing these majestic beings, the scene blending elements of the familiar with the extraordinary.

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She has always dreamt of seeing dinosaurs, but this is even better. A herd of herbivorous dinosaurs grazes peacefully in the distance, vibrant hues and intricate patterns adorning their scaly hides. Towering among them is a creature resembling an Apatosaurus. its long neck reaching skyward as it plucks leaves from the tall trees.

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The family observes the diversity of the alien dinosaur population, their eyes wide and their mouths open in awe. Some have frills and crests atop their heads, while others sport plumage that shimmers with iridescent colors, as if touched by stardust. Clazo points out a pack of carnivorous dinosaurs a safe distance away. They are sleek and agile, prowling the grasslands.

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Their sharp teeth glisten in the sunlight. Alien bird species, similar to the ancient creatures that once sawed the skies of planet Earth, flit among the branches of exotic trees. Their feathers range in color from luminous blues to fiery oranges. And their songs fill the air, creating a melodic symphony that transcends language.

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Clara and her parents wander across the land alongside Clazo, witnessing scenes of natural harmony. They see a young alien dinosaur being nurtured and protected by its parents. Clazo shares what he knows of these creatures, explaining their behaviors, their unique adaptations, and the interconnectedness of their ecosystem. Clara listens attentively, her curiosity ignited.

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As they explore the planet, Clara spots a peculiar tiny creature nestled among the vibrant plants. She slowly approaches the adorable, shiny dinosaur. It has large, round eyes that sparkle with curiosity. and its overlapping, multicolored scales reflect the sunlight. Clara crouches down and extends her hand with a gentle smile.

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The minuscule dinosaur tilts its head, emitting a series of trills and chirps. The endearing creature captures her heart, and she can't help but draw closer. It takes a cautious step towards her, its tapered snout sniffing the air. Then, its tail wags playfully. Clara senses genuine friendliness from the animal, so she extends her hand further to allow the little creature to sniff her skin.

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