

Deep into Sleep
Yishan Xu, PhD, DBSM
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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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.
©DeepintoSleepPodcast 2019. These materials may be downloaded for personal use only. They may not be shared, distributed, or reproduced in any form or for any reason without express permission
👀SUBSCRIBE OUR EMAIL NEWSLETTER
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Jul 20, 2023 • 38min
Ep167: Holistic Strategies for a Peaceful Night’s Sleep: Sleep and Yoga
The episode also explores the role of yoga in promoting relaxation and better sleep. Dr. Yishan and Chris McDonald share various yoga poses, including downward dog and forward fold, that can be used for relaxation. They stress the importance of listening to your body and not pushing yourself too hard during yoga practice. Breathing exercises and gentle movements are recommended to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and promote calmness. The holistic approach to addressing anxiety and sleep issues is emphasized throughout the episode. They discuss the influence of pre-bedtime habits, diet, and lifestyle choices on sleep quality. They also touch on the connection between anxiety, depression, and sleep problems, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to address these issues. Shownotes: deepintosleep.co/episode/sleep-yogaConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Chris McdonaldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticcounselingpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FHCPodcast8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holisticcounselingpodcastNewsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Jul 7, 2023 • 44min
Ep166: From Laziness to Productivity: Design of Life Around DSPD with Isis Chandler
Isis Chandler, an advocate for those with delayed sleep phase disorder (DSPD), shares her inspiring journey of overcoming societal expectations to create a fulfilling career. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding sleep disorders, highlighting that what many deem as laziness often stems from unique sleep patterns. The conversation encourages embracing non-traditional work hours, advocating for flexibility in schedules, and promoting self-acceptance. Chandler's insights challenge conventional productivity norms and emphasize the importance of aligning life with one’s natural circadian rhythm.

Jun 22, 2023 • 51min
Ep165: Exploring Vitamin D's Role in Pregnancy and Fetal Development with Dr. Stasha Gominak
On this episode of Deep Into Sleep Podcast, we delve into the importance of vitamin D during pregnancy and how it affects the health of both mother and child. Our Dr. Stasha Gominak explore the various forms of vitamin D, the benefits of spending more time outdoors, and its impact on sleep psychology. We also discuss how low levels of vitamin D have been linked to an increase in infertility and premature delivery. The episode also covers the impact of vitamin D on the development of the baby's organs and why it is essential for mothers and newborns to get adequate sleep. Additionally, we learn about the effects of vitamin D on the microbiome in the mother's belly and how it affects autism rates.Shownotes: deepintosleep.co/episode/Vitamin-DConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Stasha GominakWebsite: https://drgominak.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stasha-gominak-12830642/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rightsleep/Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Jun 8, 2023 • 54min
Ep164: Erectile Dysfunction and the Similarity Between Sleep and Sex Treatment with Dr. Heather England
In this episode, Dr. Yishan talks with Dr. England about the common issue of erectile dysfunction and how it can affect relationships. They discuss the importance of seeking professional help and the evidence-based treatments available. Dr. England also shares insights on improving communication and intimacy in relationships. Additionally, they touch on the topic of sleep and ways to improve sleep quality. Don't miss out on this informative and engaging conversation! Check out the video on our new YouTube channel at Mind Body Garden Psychology and visit Dr. England's website at https://www.lovefilledlife.com for more of her work.Shownotes: deepintosleep.co/episode/erectile-dysfunctionConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Heather EnglandWebsite:"Love Filled Life”: https://www.lovefilledlife.com/Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

May 25, 2023 • 31min
Ep163: Mind-Body Solutions for Teen OCD: How to Find Relief and Regain Control with Dr. Jonathan Kushnir
Do you know how to effectively deal with OCD in children and teenagers? In this episode of the Deep into Sleep podcast, Dr. Yishan interviews Dr. Kushnir, a clinical psychologist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and sleep disorders. Learn about common mistakes parents make when dealing with their children's OCD and effective treatments. Plus, Dr. Kushnir shares insights from his latest book on OCD. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or visit mindbodygarden.com/sleep. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/teen-ocdConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Jonathan KushnirLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-kushnir-46979441/?originalSubdomain=ilWebsite: https://www.cbtails.com/Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

May 11, 2023 • 1h 7min
Ep162: Uncovering the Link Between Vitamin Deficiency and Sleep Difficulties with Dr. Stasha Gominak
In this episode of Deep into Sleep podcast, host Dr. Yishan Xu, a board-certified sleep psychologist, interviews retired neurologist Dr. Stasha Gominak. Dr. Gominak completed a Neurology residency in 1989 at the Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Starting in 2004, she began to dedicate more of her practice to the treatment of sleep and sleep disorders. Dr. Gominak is keen to help listeners hear all related to sleep disorders, the possible causes and solutions, and how it is related to vitamin D deficiency and the intestinal microbiome.Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/vitamin-deficiencyConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Stasha GominakE-mail: sgominak@yahoo.comWebsite: https://drgominak.com/LinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stasha-gominak-12830642/Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/rightsleep/?_rdc=1&_rdrInstagram link: https://www.instagram.com/rightsleep/Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Apr 27, 2023 • 29min
Ep161: Memory and Sleep: Technologies and Techniques with Dr. Eitan Schechtman
In this episode of the Deep into Sleep podcast, host Dr. Yishan welcomes Dr.Eitan Schechtman, an assistant professor at the University of California Irvine, and head of the Cognitive Neuroscience of Sleep Lab. Dr. Schechtman discusses the modern literature and research methods used to understand how dreams and memories connect with each other, and how this connection can be used in clinical treatments. He explains that there are two lines of methods used to study memory and sleep: one is designed to solve the causality question and the other is designed to study the neural mechanisms of memory processing during sleep. Dr. Schechtman’s research sheds light on how we can manipulate our sleep, especially our dreams, to bring healing power.Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/memory-sleep-technologyConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Eitan SchechtmanEmail: eitans@uci.eduTwitter: @TMR_et_al Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Apr 13, 2023 • 26min
Ep160: Memory and Sleep: How Sleep Helps Us Consolidate Memories with Dr. Eitan Schechtman
In this episode of the Deep into Sleep podcast, Dr. Yishan interviews Dr. Eitan Schechtman, an assistant professor at the University of California Irvine, and head of the Cognitive Neuroscience of Sleep Lab. They discuss the relationship between sleep and memory consolidation, with Dr. Schectman sharing his expertise on the topic. He explains that sleep is essential for remembering things better and performing better, and talks about some of the exciting studies he has conducted in his lab. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the cutting-edge research being conducted in the field of sleep science.Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/memory-sleepConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. Eitan SchechtmanEmail: eitans@uci.eduTwitter: @TMR_et_al Newsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Mar 30, 2023 • 38min
Ep159: Permanent Daylight Saving: The Negative Effects of Time Change with Dr. Karin Johnson
In this podcast, Dr. Karin Johnson, the medical director of Bay State Health Regional Sleep Program and the Vice President of Save Standard Time, a volunteer-run nonprofit advocating for permanent standard time. She discusses the debate around whether we should consider a permanent standard or daylight saving time schedule when it comes to time change across the world. They explain why permanent standard time is a better alternative as it keeps our bodies in alignment with the sun. Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/permanent-daylight-savingConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. JohnsonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-johnson-4040371/Useful links Savestandardtime.comNewsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840

Mar 16, 2023 • 28min
Ep158: Sleep Training and Co-Sleep: Cultivating Healthy Sleep Habits with Dr. Jade Wu
Are you a new parent or trying to navigate parenthood? Check out this amazing podcast episode featuring Dr. Yishan Xu and special guest Dr. Jade Wu! They'll be talking about how to improve sleep, what factors to consider, and how to approach sleep tuning and co-sleeping. Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/co-sleepConnect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @mind_body_gardenTwitter: @dryishanFacebook: @mindbodygardenConnect with Dr. WuInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_jade_wu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jadewuphd?s=2Website: https://drjadewu.com/aboutNewsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidance E-Book:Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepEnglish: https://www.deepintosleep.co/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomnia.Chinese: https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840