Lullaby Protocol

An exhausted new mother and illustrator turns to a recommended sleep-training audio series seeking relief from sleepless nights. What begins as soothing guidance soon introduces subtle influences into her routines, family interactions, and creative work. As hidden commands activate during everyday moments, she faces mounting internal conflict between her nurturing role and an erosion of personal control. The narrative follows her efforts to safeguard her identity while navigating the growing tension between resistance and reluctant compliance. With her husband unaware and daily life providing constant triggers, the story examines the psychological stakes of identity, autonomy, and the quiet power of unseen influence.