In part two, Ben and sleep expert Dr. Nerina Ramlakhan dive into the practical side of sleep. They discuss how parents of neurodivergent children can better support rest, the most common questions on sleep, and why it’s the “golden thread” that unites everything.
Nerina unpacks the science of dreams, the role of our senses, and shares practical tips - from sleeping in new places to strategies for emotional regulation. With warmth and wisdom, she reveals how small, intentional choices can transform the way we rest.
CW: Mental health and abuse
00:00 Introduction
1:05 Sleep Tips for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids
2:46 The Corporate World & Creating a Safe Nervous System
3:31 The Most Common Questions About Sleep Answered
5:08 How to Change Unhealthy Sleep Behaviours
6:29 Sleep as the Golden Thread That Unites Everything
7:58 Why Do We Dream? The Science Behind It
9:12 How Long Do Dreams Actually Last?
10:16 Dreams vs. Nightmares: What’s the Difference?
11:07 How Sights, Sounds & Smells Impact Sleep
15:40 Touch & Sleep: Best Accessories for Better Rest
16:50 Dr. Nerina’s Top Tips for Sleeping in a New Place
19:43 Emotional Regulation & Setting Boundaries for Better Sleep
22:41 Dr. Nerina’s Green Dot Badge
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On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently.
Host: Ben Branson
Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné
Video Editor: James Scriven
Social Media Manager: Charlie Young
Music: Jackson Greenberg
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