Deep into Sleep Ep012: Am I lazy? No, my sleep phase is just delayed —with Jonaed Iqbal
Nov 20, 2019
Jonaed Iqbal, the founder of nodegree.com, is on a mission to help those without college degrees find their footing in the job market. In this engaging conversation, he shares his personal battles with sleep apnea and delayed sleep phase disorder. Jonaed reveals how quality sleep has transformed his energy and productivity. The discussion also touches on the societal stigma around unique sleep patterns and the need for flexible work environments. Jonaed's insights on embracing diverse sleep needs challenge conventional norms around rest and performance.
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Struggling with Sleep Apnea
- Jonaed struggled to wake up early since his teenage years and needed 12 to 14 hours of sleep on weekends.
- He discovered his sleep apnea after his girlfriend noticed his heavy snoring affected her sleep.
CPAP Transformative First Night
- Jonaed bought a used CPAP machine which gave him eight hours of restful sleep for the first time.
- He immediately felt a huge improvement in energy as if he had slept 13 to 14 hours.
Low Sleep Efficiency Impact
- Jonaed's sleep study showed his sleep efficiency was 66%, well below the normal over 85%.
- Low sleep efficiency led him to compensate with excessive sleep and daytime napping before treatment.