Savvy Psychologist How can you improve your sleep for better mental and physical health?
Oct 29, 2025
Discover why sleep is a crucial foundation for your mental and physical health. Learn about the impact of seven or more hours of sleep on mood, memory, and immune function. Dr. Johnson discusses how sleep regulates emotions and can dampen anxiety and depression. Explore the risks of insomnia and the importance of cognitive behavioral therapy for treatment. Get practical tips for improving your sleep routine, including the best wind-down practices and the benefits of morning light exposure.
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Sleep As A Health 401(k)
- Sleep is a foundational health deposit that compounds like a 401(k) for your mental and physical well-being.
- Prioritizing regular, adequate sleep yields cumulative benefits across mood, cognition, and health.
Seven Hours Is The Evidence-Based Floor
- Most adults need at least seven hours of sleep regularly; that is the evidence-based floor, not an aspirational target.
- Living on five to six hours likely incurs health debt your body pays over time.
Host's Personal Sleep Transformation
- Monica Johnson shares she used to be a six-hour sleeper and felt transformed after getting seven hours.
- She describes that extra hour as life-changing, like seeing a whole new world.