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Why We Can’t Sleep & How to Fix It with Dr. Shelby Harris

We Can Do Hard Things

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Sleep Hygiene and Insomnia

  • Think of sleep hygiene like dental hygiene: it prevents problems, but doesn't fix existing ones.
  • While good habits like limiting caffeine and screen time are important, they won't cure insomnia.
  • Once occasional bad nights become routine, more drastic measures are needed.
  • A key step is to limit time in bed and maintain a consistent sleep-wake schedule, even if it's not perfect, aiming for at least five nights a week.
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