How Time Changes Affect Your Sleep and Energy Levels
Episode Overview
Time changes can disrupt your internal clock and affect sleep and energy levels. Melatonin and cortisol play key roles in regulating your sleep-wake cycle. Consistent sleep routines help maintain your circadian rhythm. Listening to your body's signals is crucial for overall well-being. Practical tips include morning sunlight exposure and creating a calming evening routine.
Learning to listen to our body is actually an act of self-love.
How does the time change mess with your body? In this episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach, Laura Lummer dives into how seasonal time changes can disrupt our energy levels and sleep patterns. Laura, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shares her expertise as a Certified Life, Health, and Nutrition Coach to help you understand why even a one-hour shift can throw off your internal clock.
She explains the roles of melatonin and cortisol in regulating your sleep-wake cycle and offers practical tips to realign your habits with your body's natural rhythm. From the importance of consistent sleep routines to the benefits of morning sunlight, Laura provides actionable advice to help you navigate the challenges of time changes. She also shares personal anecdotes, including her experience with the GeneFit app, which helped her recognise when she was overloading her body with exercise.
Laura's insights are not just about surviving the time change but thriving through it by listening to your body's signals and honouring its needs. If you've ever felt off-balance after a time change or struggled with sleep, this episode is packed with valuable information and tips to help you feel better and more aligned with your natural rhythms. So, are you ready to give your body the rest it deserves?
Tune in to learn how to make the most of your sleep and energy during seasonal changes.