Welcome back! For the next few episodes, we’re continuing our current theme of Mindset May, and focusing specifically on our brain health. Because who doesn’t want to be sharp when they’re 90, right?

In today’s episode, I’m talking about something we often sacrifice, but desperately need—quality sleep. We all crave it, and at various points in our lives, we all struggle with it (shoutout to my friends with young children).

So, I’m sharing a wealth of information about the function and science of sleep and some of my favorite methods for improving your sleep quality ASAP.

I also talk about…

• 4 stages of sleep and what we get from each of them
• The importance of breaking up with the snooze button
• Creating a sleep friendly environment
• Building in relaxation time before sleep
• The effects of caffeine, alcohol, food, and exercise on sleep quality
• Light as a supplement to get in doses throughout the day

Resources:

• Reframing Our Relationship with Alcohol: Exploring Sober-Curiosity
• The Role of Sleep Hygiene in Promoting Public Health: A Review of Empirical Evidence
• What Are the 4 Stages of Sleep?
• Sleep Spindles
• Alcohol and Sleep
• 9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed
• 5 Reasons Exercise Improve Sleep
• Using Light for Health
• Get the screen light adjusting f.lux app

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