Sleep Magic: Cultivating Gratitude In A Crazy World | Sleep Hypnosis with Gratitude Practice

Host: Jessica Porter
Date: February 18, 2026

Episode Overview

In this calming and heartfelt episode of Sleep Magic, hypnotherapist Jessica Porter weaves together sleep hypnosis and a guided gratitude practice to help listeners find peace amidst the chaos of the world. Jessica emphasizes the power of gratitude—not as a fleeting feeling, but as an ongoing practice that shapes personal well-being and ripples positivity into the wider world.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Listener Appreciation and Community Connection

(00:11 – 02:44)

• Jessica begins by expressing sincere gratitude to her global audience.
  • Individual shoutouts are shared for listeners from Australia, the UK, South Africa, and Canada, highlighting the podcast’s global reach and community spirit.
  • Jessica jokes with Evie (13, UK): “I hope to make it the rest of your life. We'll see how that works out.” (01:18)
• She reaffirms her appreciation for everyone who reaches out, underscoring how much each message matters.

The Value and Practice of Gratitude

(02:48 – 05:55)

• Jessica restates how crucial gratitude is—not just as a feeling, but a discipline akin to relaxation.
• She notes the world’s rapid and unsettling change, yet emphasizes how “we still have the power of our own minds. Only we can get into our own minds and make the choice to cultivate positive thoughts.” (03:37)
• On the impact of gratitude:

  “When you think and feel good, it can act like a positive virus… your cultivating gratitude is a gift to them… Maybe you help turn a discussion around by reframing it.” (04:07 – 04:29)

• Jessica challenges the misconception that positive thinking is weak or naive, stating that “positive thinking is the engine of history.” (04:54)
• Ultimate takeaway: “We have a choice.” (05:50)

Guided Hypnotic Relaxation

(07:29 – 16:23)

• Jessica gently leads listeners into relaxation:
  • Guided imagery begins with eyelids, spreads relaxation through the face, then down the body.
  • She uses tactile visualizations, such as, "Your face is done for the day," and, "Let your arms be heavy, like they're made of marble."
  • A sense of safety and comfort is built step by step, inviting the body and mind to let go.

The Gratitude Practice: Personal Reflections

(16:23 – 54:08) Jessica lists and elaborates on things for which she feels grateful, offering warm, sensory-rich language and intimate imagery:

• Rain in Los Angeles:

  "I'm grateful for the rain...I love staying indoors...I love that rain makes everything so green." (16:23 – 21:55)

• Green Grass:

  "I'm grateful for the green, green grass in LA...I often go out at night and just...smell...so fresh and bold and grassy." (22:07)

• The Power of Smell:

  "Smell itself is a really incredible thing because it’s invisible...To me, smell is proof that there is an invisible world… Like feelings and ideas. And love. All invisible." (23:47 – 24:48)

• Seasonal Shifts:

  "By the end of January and into early February, I feel the atmosphere getting lighter just inch by inch… The promise of spring is as delicious as spring itself." (25:30 – 26:52)

• Her Cat, Ziggy:

  "When he curls up next to me...our energies mingle and we both relax...we don’t share language, we share touch." (28:22 – 29:18)

• Pineapples:

  "I’m entranced by its qualities…explodes in the mouth. And its taste, both sweet and tart in equal measure…with its beautiful, elegant armor, protecting such a sweet and lovely treasure." (30:33 – 32:23)

• Sporting Events:

  "It’s becoming rare for many of us to all focus on one thing… helps me feel connected to the world in a positive way." (33:47 – 34:10)

• Love vs. Division:

  "In Charles Darwin’s great work, The Descent of Man, he uses 'survival of the fittest' only twice, but mentions love over 90 times...Our connections to one another help us survive." (34:58 – 35:50)

• Sleep Itself:

  "I love letting go of my responsibilities for the night. I love letting go of my personality for the night...It’s such a productive time...I love dreaming." (36:35 – 39:59)

• Soft Pink Blanket:

  "It reminds me of how kind and gentle we can be sometimes. That sometimes life is very soft. And asks us to be soft." (40:23 – 43:15)

• Clouds:

  "I always look up into the sky to see what the cloud channel is showing...like a painting being painted in real time." (43:36)

• Courage:

  "I see people all around me showing great courage. I don’t think we know how much courage we have until it is needed." (44:10 – 45:05)

• Life & Consciousness:

  “I am grateful to be alive. I'm grateful to be conscious. For this experience we call life.” (54:08)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Only we can choose to feel good as a practice. We cannot wait for the world around us to do it for us. Chances are it’ll do the exact opposite...” (04:01 – 04:08)
• “Positive thinking is the engine of history.” (04:54)
• “Your face is done for the day.” (09:16)
• “Smell is proof that there is an invisible world… things that matter, that carry intelligence and information, like feelings and ideas. And love. All invisible.” (24:40)
• “Love is more powerful than division... because our connections to one another help us survive.” (34:58 – 35:44)
• “I love letting go of my responsibilities for the night... I love dreaming… my mind becomes unfettered.” (36:51 – 39:59)
• “Sometimes life is very soft. And asks us to be soft.” (43:11)

Important Timestamps

• 00:11: Listener appreciation and heartfelt introductions
• 02:48: Main theme—gratitude as an essential practice, not just a feeling
• 07:29: Sleep hypnosis relaxation begins, guided body scan
• 16:23: Transition to deep gratitude practice and reflections
• 22:07: Detailed gratitude for sensual experiences (grass, smells)
• 28:22: Personal connection—gratitude for her cat
• 33:47: Social gratitude, connection through sporting events
• 34:58: Insightful comparison—love versus “survival of the fittest”
• 36:35: Gratitude for sleep and letting go
• 43:36: Appreciation of clouds, nature’s artistry
• 44:10: The role and reality of courage
• 54:08: Culmination: Thankfulness for simply being alive

Tone and Style

Jessica’s approach is lyrical, warm, gently humorous, and deeply comforting throughout. Her voice, both figuratively and literally, serves as a calming anchor. The episode uses hypnotic pacing, soothing descriptions, and personal storytelling to invite vulnerability and relaxation.

Conclusion

“Cultivating Gratitude In A Crazy World” is both a gentle meditative journey and a reminder that gratitude, when practiced intentionally, can transform not only our nights but our days. Jessica’s personal reflections double as prompts for listeners to consider their own sources of gratitude, fostering calm, connectedness, and hope for restorative sleep—no matter how crazy the world may seem.