# The Boy Who Followed the River - A Story of Spring Rivers, Old Forests, and Finding Your Way Home

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Podcast: [Listen To Sleep - Quiet Bedtime Stories & Meditations](https://stenobird.com/podcast/listen-to-sleep-quiet-bedtime-stories-meditations-3033738)
Published: 2026-04-26T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://listentosleep.com/464
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Duration seconds: 2295

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A boy and his dog follow a swollen spring river deeper into the forest than they've ever gone, where an ancient cedar and the remains of a forgotten camp ask something quiet of him. A gentle, meditative story about presence, loss, and the way wild places hold us even when we don't know we need holding. You can get my new book at https://awakenyourmyth.com/book/   Your support is the cornerstone that allows me to continue crafting tranquil stories and meditations for you. For less than the price of a cup of coffee, you'll unlock an oasis of over 500 ad-free Listen To Sleep episodes, including 8 subscriber-only full length sleepy audiobook classics like Winnie the Pooh and Alice in Wonderland. To pledge your support, visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://listentosleep.com/support⁠⁠ or subscribe right in Apple Podcasts and get a 7 day free trial.  Want to change your story? Take the free Path Assessment at https://jointhecabin.org . In two minutes, you'll see your personalized journey and know exactly where to start.  To join my email group and get a bunch of goodies, go to ⁠⁠ https://erikireland.com   Sleep well, friends.💜  Erik  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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