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Michael Breus

Clinical psychologist and sleep specialist known as The Sleep Doctor, author of books on sleep and chronotypes and an expert on sleep, hydration, and breathing for long-term health.

Top 10 podcasts with Michael Breus

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140 snips
Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 13min

443: Why You’re Not Sleeping Great, and How to Fix It (Sleep Doctor Explains!) | Michael Breus, PhD

Dr. Michael Breus, known as 'The Sleep Doctor,' is a clinical psychologist and best-selling author dedicated to improving sleep health. In this engaging discussion, he reveals the difference between sleep quality and quantity and offers practical strategies for better sleep. Topics include the impact of caffeine and supplements on sleep, the importance of a cool sleep environment, and how hydration affects restfulness. Michael also touches on the connection between sleep, metabolism, and health issues like hypertension and Alzheimer’s disease.
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19 snips
Nov 27, 2024 • 57min

Sleep, Drink, Breathe with The Sleep Doctor

Dr. Michael J. Breus, known as The Sleep Doctor, is a double board-certified clinical psychologist and sleep specialist. He discusses the basics of wellness—sleep, hydration, and breathing—as vital elements for managing ADHD. The conversation highlights the significance of consistent habits, including optimal hydration strategies and the impact of caffeine on sleep quality. Dr. Breus offers actionable insights on napping and personalized sleep techniques that can enhance focus and well-being. Tune in for practical tips to simplify health management in an increasingly complex world.
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15 snips
Dec 2, 2024 • 20min

3 Wellness Fundamentals to Keep Your Baseline Strong Forever with Dr. Michael Breus

Dr. Michael Breus, a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist, breaks down the essentials of wellness. He dispels the myths of complicated health trends, emphasizing the power of simplicity. Topics include the biological impacts of sleep disturbances and effective breathing techniques. He discusses the critical connection between hydration and cognitive function, alongside tips to recognize dehydration. Ultimately, Dr. Breus promotes a straightforward 'sleep, drink, breathe' approach for lasting health.
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12 snips
Dec 29, 2024 • 53min

573: Secrets from the Sleep Doctor | Michael Breus, Ph.D.

Michael Breus, Ph.D., known as The Sleep Doctor, shares his expertise on optimizing sleep for better health. He discusses aligning sleep with your chronotype and the impact of hydration. Breus highlights the effects of daylight saving time on melatonin production and provides non-negotiable habits for quality sleep. He also explores how meal timing and alcohol affect rest, the role of sunlight in mornings, and the importance of breathing. Additionally, he touches on underrated sleep trends and how wearables can aid in monitoring sleep quality.
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9 snips
Dec 3, 2025 • 54min

Michael Breus Talks About Sleep, Chronotypes, and the Three Dominoes of Wellness

In this conversation, Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and renowned sleep specialist known as The Sleep Doctor, dives into the fascinating world of sleep and chronotypes. He discusses how our natural sleep patterns change as we age and the importance of understanding these shifts. Breus unveils the three wellness dominoes—hydration, breathing, and sleep—and explains why starting with hydration can enhance overall wellness. He also explores mouth taping risks and the improvements in home sleep testing, making sleep apnea diagnosis more accessible.
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7 snips
May 14, 2018 • 16min

Overcoming Reading Fatigue with Dr. Michael Breus

When you’re reading something, do you ever lose focus? Do you ever get tired and fatigued? Do you ever get frustrated? When people are reading, one of the biggest complaints I hear is that they get tired while reading. To help you with that, I brought my sleep doctor and one of my dear friends, Dr. Michael Breus, on today’s episode to talk about sleep, reading, and chronotypes (the science of best times WHEN to do things for YOUR specific body type). He's written a number of books, including “The Power of When” and “The Sleep Doctor’s Diet Plan.” In less than 15 minutes, you will discover:  How to overcome reading fatigue The worst time of the day to read (it’s not what you think) 5 easy sleep hacks for deep rejuvenation and greater mental energy How to minimize fixations to prevent excessive eye strain And more...   * Want to go deeper in learning to read faster with better comprehension and without falling asleep? I’d like to invite you to become one of the top 1% readers in the world by joining my new Kwik Reading program. Check out all the details and the very special discount I created for our Kwik Brain Podcast listeners here: kwikbrain.com/readingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 snips
Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 25min

#355: Sleep SECRETS Unlocked: Chronotypes and the Real Reason You're Tired (with Dr. Michael Breus) | Sleep, Hydration & Breathwork

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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Nov 3, 2017 • 20min

The Best Time To Study & Learn with Dr. Michael Breus

Dr. Michael Breus discusses the best time to learn, read, and study based on chronotypes. He explains how timing impacts cognitive activities and offers tips for maximizing sleep based on different chronotypes. He also mentions his new book and quick brain accelerator program for rapid learning.
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Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 2min

#1062 You’re Sabotaging Fat Loss in Your Sleep – The #1 Metabolic Mistake Revealed with Dr. Michael Breus

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Michael Breus, known as “America’s Sleep Doctor,” shares his expertise on how sleep is the missing link in fat loss. He discusses the effect of sleep deprivation on hormones like ghrelin and leptin, which can sabotage weight loss efforts. Dr. Breus introduces practical strategies, including caffeine timing and a unique banana tea recipe to enhance sleep quality. The power of gratitude in improving overall well-being and sleep is also explored, revealing that better rest could be your secret weapon for optimal health.
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Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 1min

3 Mistakes That Destroy Your Sleep, Energy & Focus (with Dr. Breus, The Sleep Doctor)

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Michael Breus, known as The Sleep Doctor and author of 'Sleep, Drink, Breathe,' shares insights on how to simplify wellness. He delves into the importance of understanding your sleep chronotype to optimize rest. Alcohol's impact on sleep is addressed, along with practical tips for mindful drinking. Dr. Breus introduces the 'Power Down Hour' technique for improved sleep and highlights effective hydration methods. His straightforward strategies aim to transform your health by focusing on foundational habits.

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