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Struggling with sleep as a shift worker? You're not alone! Join me as I uncover the ways in which many of us are unintentionally sabotaging our own rest and the significant impact it has on our well-being.

In this episode, I discuss the importance of consistent sleep patterns, winding down routines, and creating a conducive sleep environment to help you improve your sleep quality and overall health.

Discover strategies to overcome the unique challenges faced by shift workers, such as not watching TV to "wind down",  avoiding stimulating activities and electronic devices before bed, and the crucial role of sleep hygiene.

I also delve into the implications of fatigue on shift workers responsible for making life-and-death decisions, and the importance of prioritising sleep for the benefits it brings to our physical and mental health.

"If you create the environment, your body will take care of the rest"

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Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.

After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.

Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capability

Website: https://ahealthyshift.com.au

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherland

Instagram: @a_healthy_shift

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Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.

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