Drew Linsalata
Drew Linsalata
EP 236 - I Can't Sleep And I'm Anxious About That! (w/Daniel Erichsen)
EP 236 - I Can't Sleep And I'm Anxious About That! (w/Daniel Erichsen)
EP 236 - I Can't Sleep And I'm Anxious About That! (w/Daniel Erichsen)
Wednesday 7th December 2022
Sleep expert Daniel Erichsen discusses a cognitive behavioral approach to insomnia on 'The Anxious Truth'. Learn tips for better sleep.
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Get the buttons here!Unlocking Better Sleep: Insights from Sleep Expert Daniel Erichsen
The essential core message I have is that sleep is effortless and when we abandon the struggle to fight the attempts to sleep, it just happens by itself.
Ever find yourself tossing and turning, anxious about not being able to sleep? You're not alone, and this episode of 'The Anxious Truth' might just have the answers you're looking for. Host Drew Linsalata welcomes sleep physician Daniel Erichsen to discuss insomnia and how a cognitive behavioral approach can help you catch those elusive Z's. Daniel breaks down insomnia as an ongoing struggle with sleep that feeds on itself, making it a vicious cycle.
He also busts some common myths about sleep, like the idea that everyone needs seven to eight hours of shut-eye when, in reality, many people get by just fine on six hours. Daniel's insights into the brain's survival mechanisms and how they impact our sleep are eye-opening. He emphasizes the importance of changing how we think about sleep and learning to accept its unpredictable nature. One of his standout tips? Stop fighting sleep and let it come naturally.
By focusing less on the anxiety surrounding sleep, you can actually improve your chances of a restful night. So, if you're tired of being tired, tune in to hear Daniel's practical advice on how to break the cycle of insomnia.