The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast

GUEST BIO: Audrey is the Head of Brand at Noble Panacea, which she co-designed and created with Founder Sir Fraser Stoddart, a 2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, as well as CEO Céline Talabaza.With 15+ years of experience in marketing and international brand development, Audrey is a devotee of beauty. Throughout her career, she has partnered with CEOs and Founders to shape beauty brand architecture and strategic marketing initiatives. She is a visionary brand builder driven by her passionate personality and curiosity to bring unique and innovative brands and products to the market. She is known for being creative, dynamic, enthusiastic and goal-oriented to lead teams to success.Audrey is equally a people leader and a business leader as she’s worked across and developed multiple multicultural teams. Prior to Noble Panacea, she was the Global Marketing Group Manager for Topicrem, a French dermo-cosmetic brand, leading 360 marketing strategy and product development. Previously, as the Global Marketing Manager for Foreo based in Shanghai, she was on the launch team to create and launch the brand from the ground up as well as developed 20+ award-winning skincare products. Early on, Audrey launched her career at renowned French cosmetic brands Yves Rocher and Guinot in Marketing and Communications.Audrey holds a Master of Marketing from Montpellier International Business School in France and a Bachelor of Economics from the Sichuan University in China.SHOW NOTES: 😴 How will the change in clocks affect our circadian rhythm?😴Instead of trying to keep up with your regular schedule, consider how you can align your daily habits to better support your circadian rhythm😴Some factors affect skin dryness, such as weather, humidity, external environment, etc. What can we do to protect our skin?😴 How can you make the most of the winter season to rest and recharge?😴 Seek out sunlight early in your day to help strengthen your circadian rhythm😴If you live in a northern latitude location (such as Alaska or Canada), what can you do to ensure you get enough vitamin D in the winter months?😴In the cold winter months, your skin needs an extra boost of Vitamin C. This nutrient can fortify your immune system, too!😴What's unique about Noble Panacea chronobiology sleep mask?SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers! They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill  for the kind I use every night!EPISODE LINKS:Website:           https://noblepanacea.eu/Linkedin:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-bois-nicolaDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

GUEST BIO: Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and author living in Austin, Texas. He started and sold two successful companies: Flight Display Systems and Museum Hack. Nick is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build big relationships by hosting small gatherings. Over 75,000 people have watched his TEDx talk about why he hates most museums. He’s been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine called him a host of “culturally significant parties.”SHOW NOTES: 🥳 What was Nick's initial motivation for writing his book?“The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings Paperback.”🥳 From hosting events, what are some of the most valuable lessons Nick has learned?🥳 How a 2-hour cocktail party can help you improve your health, social life, and sleep🥳 What we should know about MVP - “Minimum Viable Party.”🥳  The rise of “low and no alcohol” events🥳  Healthy habits we can apply from Nick's night and morning routine🥳  How to Host a Party Website https://party.pro/🥳  The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Book info https://party.pro/book/🥳  The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Amazon  https://amzn.to/39rfb2V🥳  Amazon — The Easy Way to Host or Plan a Networking Event https://party.pro/networking/🥳  Clothing Swap: How to Plan the Party https://party.pro/swap/🥳  How to Host a Happy Hour: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices https://party.pro/happyhour/🥳  Nick Gray's personal website https://nickgray.net/ SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers! They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to bioptimizers.com/sleepisaskill or the kind I use every night!Black Friday deals. Don't miss this fantastic offer from November 21st to 29th - 25% off any order!!! USE THIS CODE: sleepisaskill____________________________________Website: https://nickgray.netInstagram: @nickgraynewsTwitter: @nickgraynewsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newfriendLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickgraynews/DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

GUEST BIO: Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell is a Board-Certified Physician, Certified Clinical Sleep Specialist, and Sleep Coach. She attained a Master's in Biotechnology from Rush University, her MD from the University of Illinois in Chicago and completed her training as a physician in Washington D.C where she went on to receive her certification in Clinical Sleep Health. Her sleep blog has been featured as 1 of the top 50 blogs in sleep and she has contributed to a number of online and print publications. She is the founder and CEO of her sleep coaching company The Solution is Sleep LLC which was created to help people everywhere live happier, healthier, and more productive lives through better sleep. SHOW NOTES: 😴 What makes Dr. Holliday-Bell so passionate about sleep? 😴 When did Dr. Holliday-Bell have a major sleep issue, and how did she recover from sleep deprivation?😴 What is the most common misconception that people have about sleep?😴 “Some studies show that 30 to 40 percent are more productive when employees get more sleep and are more efficient, happier at work, and less likely to have accidents.” - Dr. Holliday-Bell😴 The D.R.E.A.M Workshop by Dr. Holliday-Bell😴 Sleep tips for those working from home😴 What were the beneficial sleep hacks Dr. Holliday-Bell has been practicing?😴 What is Dr. Holliday-Bell’s nightstand when traveling?And MORE! SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementationgo to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!______________________________________________________________Website: www.thesolutionissleep.comInstagram: instagram.com/thesleep_md Facebook: facebook.com/thesolutionissleepLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-angela-holliday-bell_______________________________________________________________DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

GUEST BIO: John A. Lieurance, ND, DC, DABCN (board eligible) – Best-selling author, Physician, Lecturer & Scientific Advisor.After becoming severely ill with Lyme, EBV and Mold illness, Dr John Lieurance began to explore ways to improve health at the deepest cellular level. His journey brought him to discover Melatonin as the core antioxidant that supports all systems in the body. His book on Melatonin takes a deep dive into healing naturally and using high dose melatonin, along with various other practical healing methods to heal the body and live a longer and more vital life.His life focus is on vitality, longevity and enhanced consciousness.  His interest is in connecting what he calls, "The 3 legs of a stool": Vitality of the body, Mind Mastery & a Direct experience of God. Using science and ancient wisdom, he aims to connect these dots in his own journey to becoming the best version of himself in this life.  Diving deeply into many healing methods, to discover the deepest and most profound means to activate cellular energy, such as with Melatonin, Methylene Blue, NAD+, as well as fasting with various nutrients to activate responses. Dr. John explores many new paths in the health care world, with his unique & fresh ideas using various delivery systems, such as suppositories and nasal sprays and various protocols he has created.  He attended Parker College of Chiropractic & received his Naturopathic degree in 2001 from St. Luke's School of Medicine. He has practiced Functional Neurology, Naturopathic medicine and Regenerative Medicine, using stem cell therapy in Sarasota for 25 years.  Founder of the Advanced Rejuvenation Center in Sarasota, Florida, and founder of Functional Cranial Release – which is an Endo-Nasal Cranial Treatment with the ability to unlock the spinal fluid to allow profound healing of the nervous system.  See his next book "It's All in Your Head: Endo-Nasal Cranial Therapy".  He has been involved in multiple clinical trials, including investigation into the use of stem cells for Parkinson's Disease, COPD, OA of the knee and hip from 2012-2014.  He has a clinical focus on mold illness, Lyme disease and chronic viral infections. Dr. John utilizes natural eastern and western approaches to healing the true source of disease, which lies in the metabolic pathways that are challenged by chronic inflammation, resulting in infections and toxicity.SHOW NOTES: 🌃 The health struggles that led Dr. Lieurance toward biohacking and how he became a go-to expert in melatonin 🌃 Are there any adverse effects associated with supplemental melatonin?🌃 Autonomic Nervous Systems: Sympathetic and Parasympathetic🌃What are the useful tricks for using melatonin - dosing / timing /lighting etc.🌃Benefits of high-dose melatonin suppositories 🌃What is Dr. Lieurance's nightly routine?🌃What was Dr. Lieurance's most significant change to his management of sleep?🌃Helpful resource provided in the book “It's All In Your Head: Endo Nasal Cranial Therapy.”Chapter 13: Pineal Spirituality  Endo-Nasal by Dr. John Lieurance🌃 What we need to know about “MitoZen’s Intranasal Oxytocin.” - and how it could serve as an alcohol alternative!And MORE!___________________________________________________________SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!________________________________________________Clinic Website: https://www.advancedrejuvenation.usProduct Website: https://www.mitozen.com Instagram: @doctormitozenFacebook: askdrjohn________________________________________________DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

GUEST BIO: Dr. Allison Brager - is a neurobiologist with expertise in sleep and circadian rhythms for the United States Army (active duty) and is the author of Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain. She is a subject matter expert in behavioral genetics, sleep, and biological rhythms research. She is passionate about discovering new factors that promote resiliency in extreme environments, particularly for military personnel. She also serves on the NCAA task force for mental health and sleep, contributing to the first edition of the NCAA student-athlete mental health handbook. She is author of Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain, which debunks the myth of the ‘dumb jock’ and serves as a performance manual for functional athletes.Outside of the laboratory, Allison was a two-time CrossFit Games (team) athlete, a two-time CrossFit Regionals (individual) athlete, and a four-year varsity NCAA Division I athlete in track and field. Dr. Brager has an Sc.B. in Psychology from Brown University and a Ph.D. in Physiology from Kent State University. SHOW NOTES: 💤 Dr. Brager discusses how her upbringing: how her military  and athletic background influenced her view of sleep habits💤 What are the consequences of sleep deprivation?💤 A large number of accidents occur each year in the military due to fatigue 💤 The impact of sleep loss on testosterone levels💤 Management of sleep in extreme environments💤 Sleep homeostasis💤 Sleep banking and tactical napping: how they affect the circadian system💤 Typical routines for Dr. Brager in the mornings and at night 💤 What is the advice Dr. Brager would give to someone who is having trouble sleepingSPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!LINKSInstagram: @docjockzzzDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Aro's mission is to have a little less phone time, so you can experience life, uninterrupted.  It is the first of its kind smart box that individuals and families can place their phones in while not using them. As soon as the devices are in, the time spent inside is tracked and logged through Aro's companion app. Not only does Aro track your time away from your phone, but it also charges your phone while you recharge. The Aro smart box acts as the visual cue to put down your phone, while the Aro app acts as your coach by helping you set goals and encouraging you to reach them along the way.SHOW NOTES: 📱 Aro: Beyond just a box, how can it improve your phone and bedtime habits?📱 Heath thought most things we own have a place, like cars, silverware, and clothes, but not phones.📱The power of groups in improving phone habits📱What is the impact of phones from a productivity perspective?📱Beta testers' experiences with ARO📱Aro App gamify 📱As Joey says, if you begin with one small step, you're not far from what you ultimately want.📱Joey noted the implications of Malcolm Gladwell's book The Tipping Point, especially in an age of technology. 📱Joey and Heath's biggest sleep game changerSPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to  www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!Website: https://www.goaro.com/Instagram: @goaronowTwitter: @go_aroFacebook: @goaronowLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/goaro/DISCLAIMER: The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

The Round Table is BACK for a second installment! We had a blast recording this and I hope you enjoy and get lots of value on your sleep and health optimization journey!In this podcast, we speak with the top experts in the world of Biohacking!Dr. Jay Wiles @drjaywiles (HRV Extraordinaire) & creator of @hanuhealth joins with The Biohacker Babes @biohacker_babes (one of my favorite podcasts and two incredible human beings/friends, @lauren_sambataro & @reneebelz !).Among the topics we discuss are sleep architecture, the other side of the circadian rhythm perspective, and our efforts to optimize all-day activity, including sleep.  With this bunch, a round table wouldn't be complete without discussing sleep wearables, heart rate variability (HRV), and cooling mattress systems. - And how to use them to your advantage.  Get inspired by the most popular topics in health, sleep, and wellness.BIO:Jay T. Wiles, Clinical Health Psychologist, HRV Subject Matter Expert, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Hanu Health. Dr. Jay is currently working as the Health Behavior Coordinator at WJB Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, SC and the Greenville Outpatient VA Clinic. He has specialized training in health behavior coaching, health assessment, nutritional interventions for mental and physical health, Motivational Interviewing, applied psychophysiology, and consultation. Dr. Wiles works as a consultant for companies/organizations, practitioners, and individual patients on nutritional psychology, health behavior change, applied psychophysiology, and health promotion/disease prevention via complementary and integrative practices. He is also Board Certified in Tai Chi for Rehabilitation.Biohacker babes, Lauren Sambataro and Renee Belz.Lauren and Renee grew up in a health-driven family that prioritized the fundamentals of wellness and self-care. Their father, Gene Sambataro, The Original Biohacker and pioneer of Holistic Dentistry, taught them the importance of individualization and experimentation from a very young age. Renee, a Certified Nutritional Consultant and Holistic Lifestyle Coach with a Master's degree in Nutrition, and Lauren, a Broadway performer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Functional Health Coach, feel a strong passion and drive to not only share each of their journeys toward wellness, but their strategy and motivation to discover our unique bodies through the world of Biohacking. Their podcast, the Biohacker Babes, aims to create insight into the body's natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.SHOW NOTES: 😴 Optimal sleep architecture deep dive😴 What to do when you're frustrated by your sleep score😴 What are everyone's thoughts on using multiple trackers simultaneously?😴 What are some of the signs and symptoms that often go along with paradoxical insomnia?😴 Mollie gives one of the biggest warning signs that something might be wrong with your sleep…it’s probably not what you think! 😴 What insights Dr. Jay has gleaned from his HRV and sleep-tracking devices? And what tips does he have for anyone hoping to improve their sleep habits?😴 Having tested Chill Sleep: what's everyone's take on it?😴 Renee talks about how she struggles to get a consistent sleep schedule. But like Goldilocks, she finds a balance that works for her.😴 Lauren shares benefits of the Bedtime scheduler native to IOS😴 Dr. Jay discusses cool features of Whoop😴 The "Do Nothing Method" following a poor night of sleepAnd More!SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementationgo to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night! Website:https://www.drjaywiles.comhttps://thebiohackerbabes.com Instagram:drjaywilesbiohacker_babes Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/biohackerbabeshttps://www.facebook.com/DrJayWilesDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

In this episode, James Swanwick shares how he improved his sleep after he stopped drinking alcohol and started wearing blue light-blocking glasses. James is an investor, speaker, sleep and alcohol expert, founder and CEO of Swanwick Sleep, and host of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle Podcast.  James discusses how alcohol affects sleep, health, and physical activity. In addition, we discuss the importance of morning light, artificial blue light's problems, and why we should block artificial blue light.Discover the benefits of living a sober lifestyle and using blue light-blocking glasses to sleep better, feel more energized, and perform better in your daily life.BIO:James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker, sleep and alcohol expert, and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN. He is the founder and CEO of Swanwick Sleep and Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and has helped more than 200k people sleep better with his blue light-blocking glasses, Swannies, from Swanwick Sleep.SHOW NOTES: 💤 What prompted James to switch to health optimization?From a social drinker to an alcohol-free lifestyle, improved sleep, and more!💤 Some biohacking strategies: Using blue light blockers, abstaining from alcohol, and optimizing sleep💤 Why should we block artificial blue light?💤 Manchester United University of Washington has a full study showing that people who wear blue light-blocking glasses sleep 11% better and are 14% more productive the following day.💤 James' nightly and morning routine💤 What are the benefits of wearing blue-blocking glasses continually throughout the day and night?💤 Full red lenses: how useful are they?💤 The University of Washington put Swanwick glasses on test and showed 530 nanometers of the blue light were blocked💤 How do blue-light glasses work for people who wear prescription glasses?SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers! They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementationgo to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!Swanwick www.swanwicksleep.comCode for you: SLEEPISASKILL10% discount on any order of $45 and over."Website: www.swanwicksleep.comInstagram: @jamesswanwickTwitter: @jamesswanwickLinkedIn: jamesswanwickDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Benzodiazepines are a type of medicine typically used to treat anxiety and insomnia. However, when used over the long term, they can be highly addictive and dangerous for many reasons. In this episode, we hear from Nicole Lamberson, a physician assistant, and member of the Benzodiazepine Coalition. Benzodiazepines and other “z-drugs” devastated Nicole's health. She has experience taking benzodiazepines (Klonopin, Xanax, Valium) and a Z-drug (Ambien) and with withdrawal syndrome, which caused significant disruption to her sleep (insomnia). Nicole and the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition caution the long term use of benzos for sleep. We discuss sleep and anxiety during the withdrawal process & beyond, the strategies to address these concerns, and ways to connect with qualified benzo-literate doctors to support a tapering process when applicable. The Benzodiazepine Coalition is an organization dedicated to raising awareness about the risks of these drugs, and Nicole is proud to be a part of their work. By sharing her story, she hopes to help others avoid the same problem and be aware of what can happen if they are prescribed these drugs.GUEST BIO: Nicole is a Physician Assistant residing in Virginia. She obtained a BS at James Madison University in 2000 and then went on to complete the Master of Physician Assistant program at Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2004. She practiced in an Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine setting until severe illness from benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome left her unable to work.In 2005, she was prescribed Xanax for “work-related stress.” Over the course of five years, she developed many classic symptoms of benzodiazepine tolerance withdrawal, which multiple psychiatrists misdiagnosed as mental illness. This resulted in prescribed polypharmacy to “treat” the troubling symptoms of tolerance, including two benzodiazepines prescribed simultaneously, a Z-drug, an antidepressant, and an antipsychotic. In late 2010, after discovering a magazine article authored by a journalist experiencing similar symptoms from his prescribed benzodiazepine, Nicole was prompted to research further and made the connection between her own troubling symptoms and the medication. This was followed by her immediate decision to withdraw. Unfortunately, lacking the proper guidance or information at the time regarding the absolute need for a slow taper, she was negligently cold-turkeyed in a detox center. This ultimately resulted in a severe and protracted withdrawal syndrome that persists to date.When symptoms allow, Nicole writes about benzodiazepines and their potential to cause severe and/or protracted withdrawal syndromes and volunteers her time helping with ongoing benzodiazepine awareness initiatives including Benzodiazepine Information Coalition and the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group of the Colorado Consortium. Nicole also co-founded The Withdrawal Project and she does marketing, distribution and outreach for Medicating Normal-The Film. She is an associate at the International Institute for Psychiatric Drug Withdrawal. She hopes to continue to use her lived experience to advocate for more education and awareness around benzodiazepine risks and harms as well as for changes in prescribing and withdrawal practices. Other interests include the primal lifestyle.SHOW NOTES: 💊 Nicole suffered from the profound effects of Benzo and z drugs, which led her to join the Benzodiazepine Coalition💊 Benzodiazepines/Z-drugs (sleeping pills) and sleep disturbances💊 What are the risks of long-term use (beyond a week or more)💊 According to BIC, between 40 and 80% of people who take benzodiazepines for any significant period will develop physical dependence and have withdrawal syndrome.💊 What is the withdrawal syndrome when coming off benzodiazepines💊 Tips will help you get the proper assistance and avoid missing clear information and guidance💊 Physical dependence on a drug can be a severe problem, but it is not the same as addiction💊 Are you still safe from the adverse effects of Benzodiazepines even if you are not abusing them?💊 Benzodiazepines coalition offers a variety of strategies and treatment options to help you safely explore your benzodiazepines drug physical dependence with qualified professionals💊 FREE RESOURCE: medicatingnormal.com/watch is a good film that summarizes the problems with benzos and psychiatric medicationsSPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers! They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementationgo to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!Website: benzoinfo.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bzinfocoalitionTwitter: https://twitter.com/bzinfocoalitionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bzinfocoalitionDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Women go through a lot—from pregnancy and childbirth to raising kids, working full-time, and juggling family commitments. So it's no wonder that many women struggle with insomnia. Furthermore, as women age, they lose estrogen levels, affecting their sleep patterns.In this episode, we're diving deep into the different sleep problems that can plague women with Dr. Shelby Harris. She is a clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral sleep medicine and the author of  “Women's Guide to Overcoming Insomnia.” During her childhood, Dr. Harris experienced sleepwalking, which inspired her to pursue a career in sleep medicine.She discusses the occasional bad nights vs. chronic insomnia, tricks, and tips to overcome chronic insomnia. Dr. Harris also shares recommendations for long-term users of sleeping pills and how they can avoid the adverse side effects of these medications.  Listen now and learn how to combat insomnia issues and find out how to get the best night's sleep possible.GUEST BIO: Shelby Harris, PsyD, DBSM is a clinical psychologist and sleep specialist in private practice in NY. She is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine and treats a wide variety of sleep, anxiety and depression issues using evidence-based, non-medication treatments. Her self-help book, The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia: Get a Good Night’s Sleep Without Relying on Medication was published in 2019 (WW Norton Books). Before going into private practice, she was the longstanding director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at the Sleep-Wake Disorders Center at Montefiore Medical Center. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NYC. Dr. Harris has been an invited columnist for the New York Times “Consults Blog,” and is frequently quoted in the media, including the New Yorker, Washington Post, and NYT On Parenting column. She has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America and CBS Mornings. Dr. Harris can also be found on Instagram at @SleepDocShelby where she provides evidence-based information about sleep wellness and sleep disorders.SHOW NOTES: 👩 Dr. Shelby Harris’ history of sleepwalking as a child led her to become interested in sleep medicine  as a career👩 Overview of her book, “The Women's Guide To Overcoming Insomnia.”👩 Occasional bad nights VS chronic insomnia👩 What are the treatment options for insomnia and other sleep disorders👩 Steps that long-term sleep drugs users can take👩 What makes Dr. Shelby more focused on women who suffer from insomnia👩 Several factors may contribute to women's insomnia, including hormonal changes, pregnancy, birth, anxiety, stress and menopause👩 Tips for using sleep technology effectively👩 Is there an age bracket we should be aware of when it comes to insomnia?👩 What is Dr. Shelby's nighttime and morning routine?👩  What has made the most significant change to Dr. Harris's sleep game?SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers!They are my nightly source for magnesium supplementationgo to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night!Website: www.drshelbyharris.comInstagram: @SleepDocShelbyDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A