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Apr 2025
47m 15s

Yggdrasil's Quiet Well

ERIK IRELAND
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Settle in for a soothing Norse‑myth bedtime story where two women journey beneath Yggdrasil to heal its silent well. Rich with mindful imagery, romance, and a gentle hero’s journey, this tale is crafted to calm anxiety and lull you into peaceful sleep.

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Erik


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