• Daws In The West Country: Birds and Man
    May 10 2023

    This week, I'm back reading works from the public domain. This book on birds is such a beautifully written time capsule of what Bath and Wells were like at the turn of the 20th century. I cut in a few times to explain some of the words. Enjoy, and thank you for listening 🤗

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    28 mins
  • Remove Creative Blocks: Journey to the Magical Cove Meditation
    May 4 2023

    Do you ever feel so stuck when you're trying to create, either for work or for fun? Hopefully, this soothhing and invigorating meditation will help!

    Take a journey to a magical cove where you'll explore your own imagination.

    Thank you for listening 🤗

    Narrated by me (Fran!) and accompanied by ambient music.

    Sound effects by zapsplat.com

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    I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗


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    20 mins
  • Magical Hot Chocolate Body Relaxation Meditation ☕
    Apr 26 2023

    Feeling tense? Listen to this meditation to relax your body, any time of day, with the magic of a hot chocolate!

    Narrated by me (Fran!) and accompanied by ambient music.

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    I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗

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    10 mins
  • Cozy Witch Cafe Guided Sleep Story
    Apr 20 2023

    In a forest in Springtime, you venture down a path to a giant toadstool-shaped cafe. Inside, you'll find magic, mystery, and comfort...


    Join me on this magical, cozy sleep story with ambient forest, fireplace, and gentle conversation sounds.

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    I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories!

    Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗

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    25 mins
  • Sawdust & Sanctuary: Cozy Cottage Workshop Guided Visualisation
    Apr 13 2023

    You can listen to this episode anytime you want to come to a magical cottage and craft something beautiful.

    Narrated by me (Fran!) and accompanied by ambient music and sound effects of birdsong and a crackling fire.

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    I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗

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    15 mins
  • What happened to Tales For The Tired? An update
    Apr 10 2023

    Hi! I'm Fran and this USED to be Tales For The Tired... but things have changed round here. Give this podcast episode a listen if you want to find out the exciting changes!


    Thanks so much for listening 💜


    Links I mentioned in this episode:



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    💜 Listen on Insight Timer: https://insig.ht/QIkCzLhQSyb

    💌 Tell me what you think on IG! https://www.instagram.com/cozywithfran/ I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗


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    6 mins
  • Struggle to sleep? Try this counting meditation 😴
    Apr 8 2023

    For ages I struggled to sleep because my brain is extra active at night. Then I read somewhere about the power of counting back (like counting sheep!) and decided to try it. Long story short- it worked so well that I only get to about 97 from 100 before I'm out like a light! So here I am sharing it with you in the hopes it helps you like it helped me.

    🎧 Want to buy a MP3 copy of this story to keep? Check out my shop! https://ko-fi.com/franholly/shop 💚 Support with a one-off tip to keep the content coming: https://ko-fi.com/franholly/ ⏯ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMYd8T37IUl_ZoD2yvCKLw I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗

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    23 mins
  • On The Trail With Your Camera
    Feb 22 2023

    This sleep story episode is from a book we've explored before, back in 2022 when this podcast was very first finding its feet. The book is call On The Trail. This time, I'm reading a section about taking a camera with you to photograph wildlife and your camp.

    Please let me know if you enjoyed it and share with a friend if you did!

    ~~A NOTE FROM FRAN~~

    I recorded this episode back when the podcast was called Tales For The Tired. Since then, I've branched out to help you with guided meditations and visualisations, as well as sleep stories. The old name didn't make sense anymore, but the coziness remained! That's why you'll now see new links directing you to Get Cozy With Fran. Thank you for listening!


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    I believe your imagination can help relieve your anxiety, insomnia, and stress. As adults, it's all too easy to forget to have fun and ignore that sense of wonder and silliness you had as a kid. That's why I create magical, uplifting guided meditations, creative visualisations, and wholesome sleep stories! Thank you for joining me on a journey to a happier, more peaceful you 🤗

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    31 mins