The Autoplay Brain | A Calming Bedtime Story About Thoughts Not Being True
Hello, Little Dreamer- Kids Sleep StoriesShow Notes
What if the thoughts in your child’s mind… aren’t always true?
In this gentle and calming bedtime story, Emerald makes a small mistake at school and begins to feel like she’s the only one who got it wrong. But with the help of Sapphire and Fiona, she learns something powerful: our brains sometimes go on “autoplay,” playing thoughts that aren’t kind—or true.
Through a soothing, imaginative journey, children will learn how to notice unkind thoughts, gently question them, and replace them with something more truthful and supportive.
This story helps children:
Understand that thoughts are not facts Build emotional resilience and self-compassion Learn a simple tool: “That one isn’t kind” Feel safe making mistakes and learning from them
Perfect for bedtime, emotional regulation, and building a strong inner voice.
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