As the day comes to a close, it’s time to rest and reflect on all that has happened. What better way to do this than by reading some inspiring quotes about sleep and relaxation? Below you will find a collection of quotes that will help you drift off into a peaceful slumber. May these words bring you comfort and peace as you relax into the night.

the best GooD NIGHT QUOTES

  1. “I love the silent hour of night, For blissful dreams may then arise, Revealing to my charmed sight What may not bless my waking eyes.” -Anne Brontë
  2. “I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” -Sarah Williams
  3. “The sky grew darker, painted blue on blue, one stroke at a time, into deeper and deeper shades of night.” -Haruki Murakami
  4. “We love the night and its quiet; and there is no night that we love so well as that on which the moon is coffined in clouds.” -Fitz-James O’Brien
  5. “The moon will guide you through the night with her brightness, but she will always dwell in the darkness, in order to be seen.” -Shannon L. Alder
  6. “This is the ending. Now not day only shall be beloved, but night too shall be beautiful and blessed and all its fear pass away.” -J.R.R. Tolkien
  7. “Night is purer than day; it is better for thinking, loving, and dreaming. At night everything is more intense, more true. The echo of words that have been spoken during the day takes on a new and deeper meaning.” -Elie Wiesel
  8. “Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow, that I shall say good night till it be morrow.” -William Shakespeare
  9. “Do not go gentle into that good night but rage, rage against the dying of the light.” -Dylan Thomas
  10. “It was the possibility of darkness that made the day seem so bright.” -Stephen King
  11. “Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night.” -Edgar Allan Poe
  12. “This is the end of the day, but soon there will be a new day.” -Bernard Williams
  13. “Night is the wonderful opportunity to take rest, to forgive, to smile, to get ready for all the battles that you have to fight tomorrow.” -Allen Ginsberg
  14. “As the night gets dark, let your worries fade. Sleep peacefully knowing you’ve done all you can do for today.” -Roald Dahl
  15. “The night is more alive and more richly colored than the day.” -Vincent van Gogh
  16. “Don’t fight with the pillow, but lay down your head and kick every worriment out of the bed.” -Edmund Vance Cooke
  17. “Day is over, night has come. Today is gone, what’s done is done. Embrace your dreams, through the night. Tomorrow comes with a whole new light.” -George Orwell
  18. “Night is always darker before the dawn and life is the same, the hard times will pass, everything will get better and sun will shine brighter than ever.” -Ernest Hemingway
  19. “Sleep is the best meditation.” -Dalai Lama
  20. “Goodnight, goodnight, goodnight, What more is there to say than goodnight? We’ve had a lot of fun and it’s time to toodle-oo. Au revoir, auf wiendersehn and Inka, dinks doo. Goodnight, goodnight, goodnight.” -Jimmy Durante
  21. “Goodnight stars, goodnight air, goodnight noises everywhere.” -Margaret Wise Brown
  22. “The night is longer than a day for those who dream, and day is longer than night for those who make their dreams comes true.” -Jack Kerouac
  23. “There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep.” -Homer
  24. “Good night—may you fall asleep in the arms of a dream, so beautiful, you’ll cry when you awake.” -Michael Faudet
  25. “Before you go to sleep, do not forget to say thanks for everything good that has happened to you in the last 24 hours. I am thankful at the moment for you.” – Unknown
  26. “The longest way must have its close – the gloomiest night will wear on to a morning.” – Harriet Beecher Stowe
  27. “Nighttime can seem longer than the day when you dream big dreams. Daytime lasts longer for people who make their dreams come true.” – Unknown
  28. “Make sure to be thankful before bed. What you think about now will determine the state of your dreams.” – Unknown
  29. “She wanted none of those days to end, and it was always with disappointment that she watched the darkness stride forward.” – Unknown
  30. “The night breeze is blowing through my hair and the soft touch reminds me of your kisses. I wish I didn’t have to miss you this much.” – Unknown
  31. “Although I love the stars that dot the night sky, I love the stars in your eyes even more. While I sleep, I will think about my favorite stars and wait to be with you again.” – Unknown
  32. “My idea of a good night has always been having a lovely meal and a proper conversation.” – Kirsty Gallacher
  33. “All I wish is that the nights when we are together would never end. When we are apart, I cannot bear it. Good night, my love.” – Unknown
  34. “Sleep, my Bella, dream happy dreams, you are the only one who has ever touched my heart, it will forever be yours.” – Edward Cullen
  35. “Never let the darkness or negativity outside affect your inner self. Just wait until morning comes and the bright light will drown out the darkness. Today has been difficult, but tomorrow will be another day.” – Unknown
  36. “While you dream, I wish that each hope and goal comes true. I just want you to receive everything that you have wished for.” – Unknown
  37. “The sun is upset now, but the moon dances in joy. Although the sun is depressed at seeing you go, the moon gets to enjoy the whole night with you.” – Unknown
  38. “There is something that is big, warm and fuzzy. Before you get too many ideas, you should know that it is a good night hug sent from me to you!” – Unknown
  39. “I think the best way to get a good night sleep is to work hard throughout the day. If you work hard and, of course, work out.” – William H. McRaven
  40. “They say that God sprinkles his blessings upon the earth every day and I think I have caught one—it’s you! Wishing you a good night and I love you.” – Unknown
  41. “Thank God for everything good that has happened during the day and wish everyone else a good night. Afterward, take a deep breath and sleep tight while dreaming of me. Sweet dreams.” – Romancebetweenthelines.com
  42. “I like the night. Without the dark, we’d never see the stars.” – Stephenie Meyer – Twilight
  43. “I was walking along and this chair came flying past me, and another, and another, and I thought, man, is this gonna be a good night.” – Liam Gallagher
  44. “I just want to say, good night, sweet prince, may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.” – Harry Dean Stanton
  45.  “Sometimes I’m so tired, I look down at what I’m wearing, and if it’s comfortable enough to sleep in, I don’t even make it into my pajamas. I’m looking down, and I’m like, ‘t-shirt and stretchy pants? Yup, that’s fine. It’s pajama-y, good night’.”- Rebecca Romijn
  46. “A day is going to end again. It is nice to have a friend like you. Making my everyday seems so great. Thank you my friend lastly. Good Night and Sweet Dreams.” – Unknown
  47. “Here is a short line to keep in touch because you’re always on my mind very much.” – Unknown
  48. “Before you fall asleep every day, say something positive to yourself.” ~ Enid Bagnold
  49. “I miss you in waves, and tonight I am drowning.” ~ Denice Envall
  50. “Good night dear friend! I say good night to thee. Across the moonbeams, tremulous and white, bridging all space between us.” ~ Hester A. Benedict
  51. “Sleep is the golden chain that binds health and our bodies together.” ~ Thomas Dekker
  52. “May tonight be a lovely and serene bridge that will lead you to a wonderful tomorrow.” ~ E. Joseph Cossman
  53. “You know that place between sleep and awake, the place where you can still remember dreaming? That’s where I will always love you.” ~ J.M. Barrie
  54. “Always end the day with a positive thought. No matter how hard things were, tomorrow’s a fresh opportunity to make it better.” ~ Harry Dean Stanton
  55. “Fear can keep us up all night long but faith makes one fine pillow.” ~ Philip Gulley
  56. “And I start sleeping and dreaming and I think I’ll dream about you all through the night.” ~ John Mayer
  57. “I wonder how well you sleep at night, and what kind of dreams you have. I wish I could step into them as you step into mine. Goodnight, my beautiful.” ~ Fred Parquet
  58. “I don’t wanna close my eyes, I don’t wanna fall asleep, cuz I’d miss you babe and I don’t wanna miss a thing.” ~ Aerosmith
  59. Go to sleep knowing that I loved you this day, and each tomorrow my love grows stronger. Good night!” ~ Catherine Pulsifer
  60. “The moon is full, the night is deep, nature is alive—the only thing missing is you, next to me as we sleep.” ~ Nicholas Staniszewski
  61. “Good night my dearest love and have pleasant dreams. Here’s to hope that tomorrow will be as sunny and bright as you are.” ~ Anthony T. Hincks
  62. “Throw off your worries when you throw off your clothes at night.” ~ Napoleon Bonaparte
  63. “Day is over, night has come. Today is gone, what’s done is done. Embrace your dreams through the night. Tomorrow comes with a whole new light.” ~ George Orwell
  64. “Don’t fight with the pillow but lay down your head and kick every worriment out of the bed.” ~ Edmund Vance Cooke
  65. “Good night. Let the stars light the way to where your dreams can be found awaiting your arrival.” ~ Anthony T. Hincks
  66. “May the good memories of today lull you to sleep.” ~ Kate Summer
  67. “Never apologize for burning too brightly or collapsing into yourself every night. That is how galaxies are made.” ~ Tyler Kent
  68. “I wish for you a good night, a good sleep, and when you awake with energy and passion you will abound.” ~ Kate Summers
  69. “Let us step out into the night and pursue that flighty temptress, adventure.” ~ J.K. Rowling
  70. “There is something to be said for the night. The darkness holds a sense of promise as if anything could happen. Good night!” ~ Meg Collett
  71. “As you end this day before you sleep, remember to count your blessings, not your troubles.” ~ Catherine Pulsifer
  72. “Good night! God keep you till the morning, and guard you safe from every harm.” ~ Lyliam Williams
  73. “Life is full of new beginnings, and a new day tomorrow brings. Sleep well.” ~ Catherine Pulsifer
  74. “When I say good night to you, I am wishing you a pleasant and restful sleep. Not a night where you have to count sheep, but one that you will wake rested and fine.” ~ Catherine Pulsifer
  75. “Good night now, and rest. Today was a test. You passed it, you’re past it. Now breathe ‘til unstressed.” ~ Lin-Manuel Miranda
  76. “Sweet dreams, because anything else would be just a nightmare. Good night!” ~ Anthony T. Hincks
  77. “When I got to bed and cannot sleep, I don’t waste time by counting sheep; I count all my blessings, one by one. Good night.” ~ Eldred Herbert
  78. “Sweet dreams, good night, and may your tomorrow be so bright!” – Kate Summers
  79. “Here is to hoping that angels will guard you while you dream and the gentle breezes of the night will keep you cool. If it is too cold, may your blankets be warm as you drift on to a gentle rest.” – Unknown
  80. “Touch your heart and shut your eyes, dream sweet dreams and sleep tight.” – Unknown
  81. “The stars and moon arrive just to wish you a good night. Let the light of the moon guide your dreams as you pass the night away.” – Unknown
  82. “Why go to bed with a frown and anger when you can go to bed with a smile and laughter? The world is only as serious and painful as you allow.” – Unknown
  83. “Melancholy were the sounds on a winter’s night.” – Virginia Woolf
  84. “The day is over and the night has covered the sky. Today is done and gone away, allowing you to embrace your dreams.” – Unknown
  85. “All I wish is a sheet of clouds for your bed and bright crystals for the stars. While you sleep, may the angels play sweet songs that bring you bright dreams.” – Unknown
  86. The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep. E. Joseph Cossman
  87. In Everything Give Thanks …. For the sweet sleep which comes with night, for the returning morning’s light. -Unknown
  88. To all, to each, a fair good-night, and pleasing dreams, and slumbers light. Walter Scott
  89. Sleep is the best time to repair, but it’s hard to get a good night’s rest when we don’t dial the inner chatter down. Kris Carr
  90. Good-night is a very simple combination of two simple words and ordinarily, it is very easy to say it. You hear it everywhere, and on the lips of everybody. Shepherdstown, Jefferson County, West Virginia Newspaper, March 2, 1911
  91. Here is to hoping that angels will guard you while you dream and the gentle breezes of the night will keep you cool. – Unknown
  92. For from us the day takes flight, but, like a glowing torch in heaven, to us the grace of God is given: It tends and guards till morning light – Good night! – Unknown
  93. “Life begins at night.” – Charlaine Harris, Dead Until Dark
  94. “Each night, I hope that the moon is large and bright and you will be happy and right. When you turn off the light, keep in mind that I am dreaming of you.” – Unknown
  95. “The sun has gone down, the moon and stars are out. It’s time to have all your troubles, worries, and cares melt away. Lay your head down and drift off to sleep.” – Unknown
  96. “Night is the wonderful opportunity to take rest, to forgive, to smile, to get ready for all the battles that you have to fight tomorrow.” – Allen Ginsberg
  97. “I promise to be the warrior who fights all your nightmares and the messenger who brings all your sweet dreams. Good night.” – Unknown
  98. “Night is to see the dreams and day is to make them true. So its good to sleep now and see the dreams. Good night, sweet dreams!” – Unknown
  99. Good-night, all cares and sorrows! Welcome, my boatlike bed! None or many my to-morrows, this one night is overhead! -Harper’s Bazar
  100. As I have discovered, what you feed your mind in the day will affect your quality of sleep at night. -Yvonne Haughton,
  101. As you lay down to sleep, focus your thoughts on the good of the day. Tomorrow is another day to start afresh. Catherine Pulsifer
  102. Downward sinks the setting sun, soft the evening shadows fall; light is flying, day is dying, darkness stealeth overall, Good night. – Unknown
  103. One of the best things you can do to help you find a good night’s rest is to develop a routine for yourself that you stick to each night. – Julie Schoen
  104. “Your bed is ready to give you a hug, you should be ready to have a rest, and say goodbye to all the stress. Good night!” – Unknown
  105. “The sea will grant each man new hope, and sleep will bring dreams of home.” – Christopher Columbus

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