Moonshots with Peter Diamandis Sleep Scientist: This Is What Poor Sleep Really Does to Your Body and Brain w/ Matt Walker | EP #167
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Apr 30, 2025 
Matt Walker, a renowned neuroscientist and author of 'Why We Sleep,' shares fascinating insights into the science of sleep. He explains how lifestyle choices, like caffeine and screen time, impact sleep quality. Discover practical tips to overcome midnight anxiety with techniques such as meditation. Walker also discusses the benefits of bedtime stories for adults and modern sleep aids. He emphasizes the crucial link between sleep health and overall well-being, urging listeners to invest in better sleep for a healthier life.
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Choose Naturalistic Sleep Drugs
- Avoid older sleep drugs like Ambien and Lunesta as they provide sedation, not naturalistic sleep.
- Prefer newer Dora’s drugs which gently promote natural sleep and improve brain toxin clearance during sleep.
How to Fall Back Asleep
- When awake at night, distract your mind to avoid anxiety and rumination.
- Use meditation, breath work, body scan, or a detailed mental walk to help fall back asleep.
Five Key Sleep Improvement Steps
- Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day to anchor your circadian rhythm.
- Dim lights an hour before bed and avoid alcohol and caffeine late in the day to improve sleep quality.
