Exploring the challenges of sleep disturbances, particularly snoring issues, the chapter dives into detailed bedtime rituals involving sensory adjustments and emotional dynamics in sharing a bed. Strategies for improving sleep quality, considerations for couples sleeping together or apart, the impact of pets in the bedroom, and tips for combating 'revenge bedtime procrastination' are discussed, along with the importance of winding down without screens before sleep.
326. Why We Can’t Sleep & How to Fix It with Dr. Shelby Harris
Psychologist and sleep expert, Dr. Shelby Harris, takes us on a deep dive into our most important pillar of health: SLEEP. From insomnia to night anxiety to revenge procrastination to snoring partners, Dr. Shelby Harris has realistic, concrete advice to help us understand why we struggle – and how to get the sleep we need.
- How much sleep should we really get – and the signs we’re not getting enough.
- Realistic sleep wellness for women – and how to share the mental load that’s keeping us up.
- How to handle snoring – and how to create a sleep alliance with our partners – (this part changed Abby and Glennon’s sleep plan forever!)
- Plus, Abby’s hot tip for fixing your social media algorithm. (Spoiler alert: Highland mini cows.)
About Dr. Harris:
Dr. Shelby Harris is a psychologist and sleep specialist who treats a wide variety of sleep, anxiety, and depression issues. In addition to her book The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia, Dr. Harris has been a columnist for the New York Times, and has been featured in other media including the New Yorker, Washington Post, Today Show, and Good Morning America. Dr. Harris can be found on Instagram at @SleepDocShelby where she provides evidence-based information about sleep wellness and sleep disorders.
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