LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam #355: Sleep SECRETS Unlocked: Chronotypes and the Real Reason You’re Tired (with Dr. Michael Breus) | Sleep, Hydration & Breathwork
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Jul 25, 2025 Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and board-certified sleep specialist, shares invaluable insights on sleep and well-being. He discusses chronotypes—how our genetic makeup affects sleep patterns—and the importance of hydration and breathwork. Listeners learn practical strategies for overcoming insomnia, the impact of alcohol on sleep, and the significance of consistent wake-up times. Breus also introduces techniques like 4-7-8 breathing to improve sleep quality, debunking common myths and offering tips for optimal hydration along the way.
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Work Hours Affect Sleep Success
- A patient struggling with sleep said moving time zones helped because her chronotype conflicted with her local schedule.
- Dr. Michael Breus arranged with her boss to adjust work hours, improving her productivity dramatically.
Chronotypes Evolve Over Lifetime
- Chronotypes are genetic and vary across life stages, shifting from lion babies to bear toddlers to night owl teens.
- The dolphin chronotype uniquely edges with insomnia, reflecting half-awake brain traits and hormonal disruptions.
Consistent Wake-up Times Matter
- Keep your wake-up time absolutely consistent, ideally matching your chronotype.
- Avoid alarms if possible; natural awakening supports optimal energy and sleep quality.
