Ever wondered what myths might be sabotaging your sleep?

In this second episode, sleep expert Dr. Michelle Ni Raghallaigh debunks common misconceptions about sleep and how it truly impacts your mindset.

Dr. Michelle emphasises that this is a key issue affecting high achievers the most.

Topics covered include light exposure, caffeine, stress, anxiety, screens, required hours of sleep, creativity, productivity, decision-making, and more.

Get ready to learn practical strategies for conquering insomnia.

Recommended books by Dr. Michelle: “Overcoming Insomnia” by Professor Colin Espie and “Hello Sleep” by Dr. Jade Wu. Dr. Michelle can be contacted at her clinic, The Sleep Sphere, based in Cambridge.

https://thesleepsphere.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/thesleepsphere/

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In this episode:

0:00 Introducing and background of Dr Michelle

03:11 Understanding insomnia and sleep deprivation

08:01 Debunking myths and misconceptions around insomnia

10:59 The individual nature of sleep needs

13:54 The sleep struggles of high achievers

20:00 Enhancing creativity and cognitive function through sleep

21:29 The impact of sleep loss on productivity and concentration

21:41 Factors affecting sleep

23:24 Impact of screens on sleep

26:22 Stress and anxiety from work

29:01 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI)

30:49 Creativing a sleep-conducive environment

38:22 Case study: transformation though sleep tools and techniques

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