Daylight Saving Time Sucks | Improvement Warrior Podcast Episode 82

Daylight Saving Time Sucks |Improvement Warrior Podcast Episode 82 Introduction

In this fascinating episode, we dive into a timely topic that affects millions but is rarely dissected: daylight saving time. More than an inconvenience, this biannual time shift can have serious repercussions on your health. We'll explore how it disrupts your circadian rhythm, why the old energy-saving myths don’t hold up, and what steps you can take to mitigate its effects. Whether you're an advocate for change or just tired of losing sleep, this episode has insights that could redefine how you approach your day—and your health. Tune in for expert advice and practical tips to reclaim your sleep and well-being.

Show Highlights

• [00:02:35] Introduction to Circadian Rhythms
  Unpack why DST affects your body's natural timekeeping.

• [00:05:10] Sleep Deprivation and Mental Health
  Discover how losing just one hour can impact stress and anxiety.

• [00:09:45] The Energy Savings Myth Debunked
  Learn why DST may not be saving energy, as many believe.

• [00:14:20] Blue Light Management Strategies
  Practical steps to reduce screen impact on sleep quality.

• [00:19:00] Healthy Lifestyle Practices
  Tips on exercise and meditation to boost sleep quality.

• [00:23:50] Natural Light and Grounding Techniques
  Explore how morning sunlight and grounding can benefit your health.

• [00:28:30] Dietary Habits Affecting Sleep
  Foods to eat—and avoid—to improve your sleep.

• [00:33:15] Listener Questions and Answers
  Real-world solutions to DST-related sleep issues.

Resources Mentioned

• Improvement Warrior Newsletter

• NuCalm (use code WELCOME10)

• Andrew Kaufman on IG

• Patreon Support

• Daylight Computer (code is improvementwarrior)

• Blueblocking glasses

• 1 Tap Zap

• Epi-Paleo Webinar Part 1: Optimal Brain Health

• Epi-Paleo Webinar Part 2: DHA

• Sardine Smoothie Recipe

• The Dark Side of Daylight Saving Time

• Energy Savings Myth

• Managing Screen Time

• Healthy Lifestyle Strategies

Stay ahead of the clock and make this the year you take control of your circadian health.