
Deep into Sleep
Are you worried about your sleep and health? Are you bothered by lack of sleep or fatigue? Are you suffering from insomnia, sleep apnea, or other sleep disorders? Do you feel your sleep difficulties are getting in the way of being successful, happy, and motivated? Deep into Sleep podcast is here to assist you find the answers.
Dr. Yishan Xu is a licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified behavioral sleep medicine sleep specialist, and adjunct clinical faculty at Stanford School of Medicine, Sleep Division. Dr. Xu explores inspiring conversations with guests from various fields, small business owners, students, parents, entrepreneurs, doctors, mental health workers, and more. With knowledge and tips around sleep, health, business, lifestyle, and relationship, you will discover more about yourself, which leads to a healthier mindset and the life you desire.
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Latest episodes

Jul 1, 2020 • 48min
Ep041: Eczema and Sleep
In this episode, Dr.Xu discussed eczema and sleep with nutritionist Christa Biegler. We discuss the different types of eczema, treatments, and stressors and how it is affected by sleep. Show Note: https://www.deepintosleep.co/episode/041Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

Jun 24, 2020 • 52min
Ep040: Sleep Study? What to expect?--With Dr.Khosla
In this episode, Dr.Xu discussed sleep studies with Dr.Seema Khosla. As well as how sleep studies have changed with COVID-19 and what it is like to be seen in the office versus telehealth. Show Note: https://www.deepintosleep.co/episode/040Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

Jun 17, 2020 • 13min
Ep039: 3 Myth of Nightmare
Dr. Xu discussed the pros and cons of nightmare, 3 myth of nightmare, and 2 simple helpful strategies to help with it. Show note: www.deepintosleep.co/episode/039Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

Jun 10, 2020 • 33min
Ep038: Find HOPE under uncontrollable stress--with Dr. Gilbert
Dr. Elizabeth Gilbert discussed theories and strategies about rebuilding hope and empowering ourselves, under stress and a hopeless environment. Show note: www.deepintosleep.co/episode/038.Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

Jun 3, 2020 • 12min
Ep037: I am so tired even after 9h sleep? Sleep quality matters!
Dr. Xu discussed why sleep quality matters, how to measure our own sleep quality, and what we can do to improve it. Find all the research references on our show note.Show Note: https://deepintosleep.co/episode/037Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

May 27, 2020 • 33min
Ep036: Menopause, how to sleep better?--with Dr. Kin Yuen
Dr. Yuen shares her expertise on how menopause impacts women's health, especially sleep changes. She explains the common sleep challenges during menopause, and offers some suggestions for what we can consider to help improve sleep during menopause. Show note: https://www.deepintosleep.co/episode/036Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

May 20, 2020 • 36min
Ep035: Cope with stress, how? -- with Dr. Miu
Stress really impacts our sleep. What are some strategies we can use to cope with our stress? Dr. Adriana Miu shared with us some strategies from the trauma-informed therapy framework. Show Note: https://deepintosleep.co/episode/035Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

May 13, 2020 • 36min
Ep034: Switch to an Early Bird from a Night Owl, How?--with Dr. Burton
Dr. Burton shared her own experience about how to use sleep science to switch to an early morning sleep pattern from a night owl! If you struggle to get up early and do work? Listen to this episode and learn from her! Show Note: https://deepintosleep.co/episode/034Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

May 6, 2020 • 11min
Ep033: One biggest mistake to make insomnia worse!
What could we do to make sleep worse? What is one biggest mistake we make to make insomnia worse, or even cause insomnia in some cases? Listen to what Yishan says about this.If you want to get updates about our podcast and sleep-related knowledge, welcome to subscribe to our newsletter on our website: https://deepintosleep.co.If you want to find out more about Yishan's insomnia treatment group (CBTi), you can visit: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/insomniaThank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course

Apr 29, 2020 • 39min
Ep032: Obesity and sleep? How to eat a healthy breakfast, and avoid overeating at night?
If we want to lose weight, will working out helpful? Or harmful? What should we consider eating in the morning if we are super busy? If we tend to eat a lot at night, what can we do to avoid obesity and help improve our sleep quality? David, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, will answer these questions for us. Show Note: https://www.deepintosleep.co/episode/032Thank You for Listening!I really appreciate you taking your valuable time listening to our show.If you want to share your thoughts, I would love to hear from you!Leave a commentAsk a voice question at this linkIf you enjoyed today’s episode, and want to help out the show, please consider:Share it using the social media buttons on this pageLeave an honest rating and review for the podcastSubscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc.These can help the podcast reach out more to those who struggle with sleep and those who want to learn more about sleep.Finally, feel free to join our community by signing up for the Deep into Sleep newsletter. You’ll learn valuable tips about sleep and get the podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox.Find out more about Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Group (CBT for insomnia, CBT-I).Join Deep into Sleep Podcast group on Facebook for more discussions.You can also follow our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_garden/ to keep you posted on our new podcast episodes.Or if Mandarin is your native language, you may also check my sleep coaching course in Chinese here - Mind Body GardenIf you want to find a certified CBTi provider in the United States, please visit our resource page for CBTi providers and sleep-related resources.Mentioned in this episode:Insomnia Course