#gentlestories

[honeybadgermountain]

Episode 14: In the Mud...

'Furber is a Tree Listener and one of seven nature spirits that live inside in the Mystic Woods. The following stories are excerpts from his journal.'

The episodes are written and illustrated by Daniel Saunders, and explore themes around compassion, mindfulness, and connection with nature.

If you have enjoyed this story, visit my website to see all the episodes so far!

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[audyjostorybooks]

There was a time when Cinni wished she could be someone else...

Someone braver.

Someone louder.

Someone who never felt afraid.

But as the seasons changed, she discovered something important.

The things she once thought were flaws

were simply part of who she was.

Her gentle heart.

Her quiet nature.

Her thoughtful spirit.

✨

You don't have to become someone else to be special.

Sometimes, the most beautiful journey is learning to be yourself.

💛

[audyjostorybooks]

Not every brave heart is loud… 🌿

Some are quiet.

Some speak softly.

Some hide their feelings behind small smiles.

Cinni used to think she had to change to be accepted by others.

But little by little, she learned this:

A gentle heart is not a weak heart.

You do not have to become someone else to deserve love and friendship.

Sometimes, simply being yourself is already enough.

(Continue Cinni’s gentle journey in the link below 💛)

[honeybadgermountain]

Why is Frizzle blue? Find out in a new episode of "Furber and the Mystic Woods." Coming soon!

[audyjostorybooks]

A little thought from Meera 🌿

Not every brave step is loud and bold.

Sometimes courage is simply trying again

even when you feel small.

And Meera believes

that every small step matters.

[serenitygiftart]

The Mapmaker’s Daughter is a gentle fairy tale about grief, legacy, and the quiet courage it takes to let go. After her father’s passing, a mapmaker’s daughter finds comfort in his old charts—only to discover a hidden path meant for someone willing to continue the journey. What follows is not a tale of conquest, but of listening, surrender, and trust. Told in a calm, soothing voice, this original fairy tale is designed to help you relax and drift into sleep. Perfect for bedtime listening, gentle rest, and anyone who finds comfort in quiet fantasy and dreamlike stories. 🌙 Get comfortable, breathe slowly, and let the story guide you toward rest.

[honeybadgermountain]

Prints, Tees, Stickers and more!

New Mystic Woods prints featuring all the characters from the series are now available from Redbubble.

Pattern based around the characters of my webcomic series, 'Furber and the Mystic Woods' which is available to view through my website.

Every purchase helps to support this webcomic!

Visit mysticwoodsfurber.wordpress.com to find out more about the project and see all the episodes so far.

Thanks for reading 'Furber and the Mystic Woods!'