The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast

Pam Nease, a Sleep Training Expert and creator of Pam Nease Sleep, shares her transformative approaches to help parents get their children to sleep effortlessly. The conversation dives into the fascinating relationship between stable blood sugar and sleep wellness. They discuss innovative sleep supplements and emphasize the importance of personal experiences and evolving sleep practices. Nease also explores societal pressures on sleep and offers valuable insights on aligning daily routines with natural rhythms to enhance overall sleep quality.

Exciting Press Release Update! Apollo Neuro Introduces First Wearable with AI-Driven, Personalized Sleep and Stress ReliefMALIBU, Calif. – October 18, 2023 – Apollo Neuro is revolutionizing the wearables category with the introduction of SmartVibesTM. Designed by neuroscientists and physicians to calm the body and restore balance to the nervous system, Apollo delivers gentle, soothing waves of vibration, called Apollo VibesTM, that improve sleep and lower stress. This is also the very first wearable technology to use both predictive and generative AI to learn about a person’s stress levels and sleep quality to proactively deliver soothing vibrations tailored to their body’s specific needs;improving sleep and supporting the body's recovery from stress. Available starting today, Apollo customers who subscribe to a membership will get SmartVibes for sleep, enabling their Apollo wearable to sense when their sleep is disturbed to soothe them back to sleep in real-time. In early November, SmartVibes for stress relief will be available and will integrate with more data sources - starting with Oura Ring - to better understand the body’s readiness, and deliver personalized Apollo Vibes to support stress recovery during the day. BIO: Dr. Dave Rabin, MD, PhD, is a neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur & inventor who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for over 15 years. He is the co-founder & chief innovation officer at Apollo Neuroscience, which has developed the first scientifically-validated wearable technology that actively improves sleep, relaxation, focus, and calm, using a novel touch therapy that signals safety to the brain. Dr. Rabin is the Executive Director of The Board of Medicine & the Medical Director of the Apollo Clinic. In addition to focusing on integration therapy, plant and natural medicines, couples therapy, and medicine-assisted psychotherapy, Dr. Rabin specializes in treatment-resistant mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosomatic disorders, personality disorders, chronic pain disorders, insomnia, and substance use disorders using minimal and non-invasive treatment strategies. Dr. Rabin has always been fascinated by consciousness and our inherent ability to heal ourselves from injury and illness. His research focuses on the clinical translation of non-invasive therapies for patients with treatment-resistant illnesses like PTSD and substance use disorders. In addition to his clinical psychiatry practice, Dr. Rabin is currently conducting research on the epigenetic regulation of trauma responses and recovery to elucidate the mechanism of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the neurobiology of belief. Dr. Rabin received his MD in medicine and PhD in neuroscience from Albany Medical College and specialized in psychiatry with a distinction in research at Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. SHOW NOTES: 😴 Sleep and chronic stress😴 Sleep and mental health😴 Techniques to calm the nervous system😴 Cardio respiratory resonance😴 Sleep and intimacy connection😴 Sleep improvement data😴 Middle of the night wake-ups😴 A.I. revolutionizing personalized medicine😴 Breathing for better sleep😴 Wearing Apollo on the ankle😴 Techniques for managing anxiety😴 Prioritizing skincare and emotional health😴 Misconceptions about sleep😴 Sleep and vivid dreams😴 Neuroscience of psychedelic states😴 Discover Apollo Neuro! , your personal solution for improved sleep and stress relief. It's the first-ever wearable infused with AI technology.😴 And More!! SPONSOR:🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILL GUEST LINKS:Website: http://apolloneuro.comInstagram: @ApolloNeuro 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

😴 Digital sleep program improves accessibility.😴 Text-based treatment for improving sleep.😴 Improving sleep improves mental health.😴 Importance of a comfortable sleep environment😴 Improving sleep and mental health😴 Prioritize sleep for better productivity.😴 Finding what works for you😴 What could we learn from Dr. Bangieva’s sleep-night habits?😴 Transform Your Sleep with Docbotic! Use SLEEPSKILL for 30% OFF😴 And More!!SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​ ​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10GUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/victoria-bangievaInstagram: victoria_bangieva_phdLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-bangieva-phdDISCLAIMER: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

🌞 FDA cleared vitamin D lamp🌞 Vitamin D deficiency🌞 Vitamin D supplementation🌞 Health insurance coverage options🌞 Low vitamin D levels and COVID🌞 Sleep and circadian rhythms🌞 Using amber glasses for reading🌞 Proper sleep environment🌞 Light therapy benefits🌞 What could we learn from Cort’s sleep-night habits?🌞 Discover the natural way to get your Vitamin D with the only sunlamp that harnesses UV light! Sperti Vitamin D Sunlamp           code: sleepisaskill🌞 Experience the benefits of bright light therapy with Alaska Northern Light      code: sleepisaskill🌞 And More!!SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​​​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 GUEST LINKS:Website: www.sperti.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitamindsunlamp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpertiSunlamps/Twitter: https://twitter.com/VitaminDLampLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cort-christie-1109343/QUOTES:"We have an epidemic of people in this country with low vitamin D levels and we have to figure out what is it going to take to create that awareness and get people to realize that immune health, sleep health, overall health relates to high levels of vitamin D in the body.” - Cort ChristieDISCLAIMER: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

BIO:Dr. Jill Carnahan is Your Functional Medicine Expert® dually board certified in Family Medicine for 10 years and in Integrative Holistic Medicine since 2015. She is the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services including functional medical protocols, nutritional consultations, chiropractic therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and massage therapy. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn’s disease, and toxic mold illness she brings a unique perspective to treating patients in the midst of complex and chronic illness.  Her clinic specializes in searching for the underlying triggers that contribute to illness through cutting-edge lab testing and tailoring the intervention to specific needs.Featured in People magazine, Shape, Parade, Forbes, MindBodyGreen, First for Women, Townsend Newsletter, and The Huffington Post as well as seen on NBC News and Health segments with Joan Lunden, Dr. Jill is a media must-have.  Her YouTube channel and podcast features live interviews with the healthcare world’s most respected names.  She co-authored the Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine Textbook and is set to release her prescriptive memoir through Forefront Publishing in 2023.A popular inspirational speaker and prolific writer, she shares her knowledge of hope, health and healing live on stage and through newsletters, articles, books, and social media posts!  Patients and fans alike are encouraged by Dr. Jill’s are encouraged by her science-back medical knowledge delivered with authenticity, love and humor. She is known for inspiring her audience to thrive even in the midst of difficulties.SHOW NOTES: 😴  Slumber parties and sleep😴  Abstainers vs Moderators😴  Importance of quality sleep😴  Mold and health issues😴 Symptoms of mold exposure😴  Mold and its effects😴  Integrating Science and Faith😴  Mindset and reversing ALS😴  The benefits of Epsom salt baths😴 The impact of sleep tracking😴  Adenosines and Sleepiness😴  EMFs and sleep disturbances😴  Managing sleep and problem-solving😴  Ways to follow and connect😴 What could we learn from Dr. Carnahan’s sleep-night habits?😴 Dr. Jill’s book, Unexpected is now available. Check out here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637630956?ie=UTF8&*entries*=0&viewID=&*Version*=1😴 And More!!! SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​​​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILL GUEST LINKS:Website: www.jillcarnahan.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillcarnahan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlatironFunctionalMedicineTwitter: https://twitter.com/DocCarnahanLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcarnahan/ 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

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a board-certified physician and completed a combined research and clinical fellowship in Geriatrics and Nutritional Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her undergraduate training in Nutritional Sciences: Vitamin & Mineral Metabolism at the University of Illinois.Dr. Lyon is a subject matter expert and educator in the practical application of protein types and levels to health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She has continued to receive mentorship from Dr. Donald Layman, Ph.D., over the course of two decades to help bring protein metabolism and nutrition from the bench to the bedside through her concept of Muscle-Centric Medicine®.Her clinical practice services the leaders, innovators, mavericks, and executives in their prospective fields. Dr. Lyon works closely with the Special Operations Military assisting with establishing protocols for early detection, education, and treatments for cancer and toxic exposures. SHOW NOTES: 😴 Sleep and skeletal muscle😴 Offset physical implications of sleep deprivation😴 Importance of skeletal muscle😴 Importance of sleep and muscle mass😴 Blood sugar and sleep strategies😴 Eating before bed and sleep😴 Endocrine effects of exercise😴 Understanding the impact of environment😴 Sleep alliance and relationship connection😴 Wake-up routines and circadian alignment😴 The connection between sleep and muscle😴 What we could learn from Gabrielle’s sleep-night habits?😴 Save the date: Dr. Gabrielle Lyons is set to unveil her groundbreaking book, "Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well," on October 17th, 2023.SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​​​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILLGUEST LINK:Website: https://www.drgabriellelyon.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/drgabriellelyon 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

Josselyne Herman-Saccio (SAY Joss-Lynn Herman SAHHCHEEO) is a master coach in the Art Of Being Unmessablewith no matter what life throws at you.She has spent over 30 years as an entrepreneur, former pop star, author, coach, course leader and curriculum designer of transformative programs.  Her mission is to empower people to live the life of their dreams NOW, versus someday and develop themselves to be “unmessablewith” in the process.She is the author of several books including Peace Promises: 30 Days to a more peaceful life, THE PROMISE EFFECT: How to create a life that wasn't going to happen anyway with Susan Woldman Elfer and SO YOU WANNA BE A NEW YORK ACTOR: .The New York Actors Guide to The Career of Their Dreams While Paying the RentShe has appeared in dozens of media outlets including ABC, NBC, CBS, Wall Street Journal, New Yorker Magazine, The New York Times, Fast Money to name a few, as well as having her TEDX Talk: Abracadabra: Living the life of your dreams NOW not someday.A wife and mother of three and a native New Yorker, Josselyne lives in Manhattan with her husband and children. SHOW NOTES: 😴  Becoming a master coach😴  Being Unmessablewith😴  Impact of sleep on menopause😴  Acceptance and being awake😴  The power of your word😴  The power of word to create reality 😴  Overcoming fear of public speaking (or anything that makes you anxious - like Sleep Anxiety!)😴  Why interrupting & pausing is everything😴  Incomplete items create fodder for the mind😴  Simplicity in managing sleep😴  Various offerings to work with😴  The world of creation😴  What could we learn from Josselyne’s sleep night habits?😴 And More!!! SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​​​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILLGUEST LINKS:Website: www.theartofbeingunmessablewith.comInstagram: @beunmessablewithTwitter:  https://twitter.com/dreamreveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeUnmessablewithLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josselyne-herman-saccio-9b9752a/QUOTES:"My sleep has made the biggest difference because it's allowed me a lot of peace of mind." - Josselyn Herman-Saccio 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

Angela Foster, former partner in a large law firm, shares her journey of rebuilding her health using biohacking. Topics include the impact of sleep on health, daytime behavior on sleep, and the connection between sleep and mental health.

Cold therapy for sleep?! Join us as we explore the fascinating world of ice baths and its incredible impact on sleep quality and overall health.Our guest is Thomas P. Seager, Ph.D who speaks to the measurable benefits he has personally experienced with ice baths and how it has transformed his health.But hold on, that's not all! Dr. Seager will reveal groundbreaking discoveries and offer a potential solution for those dealing with declining testosterone levels and anxious thoughts at night. Uncover the latest on how cold can impact this hormone and learn how to reclaim your vitality.Take advantage of these life-changing insights and control your sleep and energy levels.BIO:Thomas P Seager, PhD teaches Engineering Business Practices at Arizona State University and is co-Founder of the Morozko Forge ice bath company.  Dr. Seager's earned his PhD in environmental engineering at Clarkson University (Potsdam NY).  He has published over 180 research articles, been cited in scientific journals over 8000 times, and has won over $5M in research funding from the National Science Foundation, US Environmental Protection Agency, and the US Department of Defense.  His expertise in resilient infrastructure systems and environmental sustainability has made him a popular speaker and a consultant to the Army Corp of Engineers and the Office of Naval Research.  Nonetheless, Dr. Seager's teachings in leadership, entrepreneurship, organizational communication, and human resilience have prompted him to reorganize his career around a novel concept called Self-Actual Engineering, in which he applies engineering principles to a fuller realization of human potential.  Informed by his own transformational health journey, Dr. Seager’s most recent research reveals the relationship between deliberate cold exposure and human well-being.SHOW NOTES: ❄️  Metabolism and sleep❄️  Testosterone and sleep❄️  Elevated testosterone levels❄️  Boosting performance with cold exposure❄️  Testosterone in men and women❄️  Screw up your circadian rhythm❄️  Unusual sleep patterns❄️  Ice bath and circadian rhythm❄️  Cold exposure and circadian rhythm❄️  Intermittent fasting and weight loss❄️  Managing anxiety through ice baths❄️  Shivering to release stress❄️ The dive reflex❄️ High T levels & enthusiasm❄️ What could we learn from Dr. Seager's sleep night-habits?❄️ And More!!GUEST LINKS:Website: https://seagertp.substack.com/Instagram: @seagertpTwitter:  @seagertpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaspseager/SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​ ​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent! ​​Good Idea        Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILLDISCLAIMER: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

Robert Soler, a NASA Subject Matter Expert & co-founder of SKYVIEW, discusses managing light for better sleep, lux light exposure guidelines, circadian rhythms for poker players, and the importance of blue blockers in a sleep routine. The podcast explores practical applications of bright light, windows for daylight exposure, and the significance of personal sunsets for optimal health and wellbeing.