Welcome back to another episode here on Driftoff. I'm your host Joanne.

Tonight we have a tale called The Tears of Pronella, penned by Evelyn Sharp, about friendship and a quest for true connection.

In this dreamy fairy tale, we follow a young lad who is deaf due to an enchantment bestowed upon him at birth.

This enchantment separates him from the world he so dearly wishes to be a part of. And with unwavering determination, he seeks to

become a real boy, not for the sake of hearing the songs of birds or the rustle of the wind, but to hear the tears

of his princess and offer the comfort that only true friendship can provide.

But before we begin, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing

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You can find all those links in the show notes. Your support really does make a difference. Find a comfortable position. Allow yourself to sink into the

embrace of your bed or chair, feeling supported and safe.

Take a few slow deep breaths.

Fill the air filling your lungs as you inhale, bringing with it calmness in peace.

And as you exhale, soften.

Allow the worries and tension from the day to fade away.

Each... Each full breath helps you drift deeper and deeper into relaxation. Perhaps you might imagine a soft, warm light enveloping you. Its soft glow feels comforting and gentle.

And as this light wraps around you,

surrounding you completely, surround you're

completely. You might notice a feeling of becoming lighter and lighter,

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