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How to win the battle for better sleep
How to win the battle for better sleep
How to win the battle for better sleep
Saturday 22nd June 2024
Struggling with sleepless nights? Sleep experts share practical tips and scientific insights to help you achieve restful sleep.
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Episode Overview
- Maintain a consistent bedtime to regulate your circadian rhythm.
- Use cognitive refocusing techniques to distract your mind before bed.
- Incorporate aromatherapy, like vanilla scents, to induce sleep.
- Avoid stimulating activities like phone use before bedtime.
- Consider short naps and light exposure in the morning to improve sleep quality.
"Your brain seeks patterns because it is its most efficient energy use."
Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night, unable to quiet your mind? You're not alone. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', host Sana Khadar chats with sleep experts Melinda Jackson and Stan Rodsky to uncover practical tips for achieving better sleep. From the moment you wake up to the time you hit the pillow, there are strategies you can implement to improve your sleep quality.
Melinda and Stan share insights on maintaining a consistent bedtime, the benefits of cognitive refocusing, and how even the smell of vanilla can help you drift off. They also dive into the science behind why our brains tend to overthink just as we're trying to fall asleep. Melinda likens it to Pavlov's dogs, explaining how our brains can become conditioned to start racing with thoughts as soon as our heads hit the pillow.
Stan offers fascinating advice on using binaural beats and even the benefits of a pre-sleep bath to help lower your body temperature. If you're a shift worker or a parent of young kids, don't worry – they've got tips for you too. This episode is packed with actionable advice and scientific insights that could transform your nights. Ready to win the battle for better sleep? Tune in and discover how small changes can make a big difference.