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Dr. Monika Sharma, Founder of Sleep Moksha, Consultant and Researcher, Behavioural Sleep Medicine, having spent over 13 years in sleep academia at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital; Max Super Specialty Hospital; etc., India and University of Pennsylvania; VA Medical Center; Brown Medical University, USA and the voice behind Sleep Moksha- A Sleep wellness Institute.
On this episode Sleep Matters, Dr. Monika and I discussed various aspects of sleep. What’s sleep deprivation, impact of mental health and the role of sleep. What is sleep debt and can this be made-up over time?. Steps one can take to improve sleep quality. Impact of delayed circadian rhythm and the impact of blue light. Join me on this information rich discussion on sleep.
Timestamps
- Sleep as a performance enhancing activity - 5:24
- Myths & ignorance of sleep - 12:51
- Sleep and mental health - 17:57
- Improving sleep quality - 22:56
- Bluelight impact - 27:41
- Rapid fire round - 30:18
- Quality vs Quantity of sleep - 33:39
Key quotes and references from the episode:
- We cannot be fully healthy unless our sleep is healthy
- Good sleep and mental health is a badge of honor
- Being perfect is a delusion
- Sleep is the unsung hero of mental health
Characteristics of the Five Basic Brain Waves
Frequency band | Frequency | Brain states
- Gamma (γ) | >35 Hz | Concentration
- Beta (β) | 12–35 Hz | Anxiety dominant, active, external attention, relaxed
- Alpha (α) | 8–12 Hz | Very relaxed, passive attention
- Theta (θ) | 4–8 Hz | Deeply relaxed, inward focused
- Delta (δ) | 0.5–4 Hz | Sleep
Website - Sleep Moksha
Book Recommendation : Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams
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Dr. Monika Sharma, Founder of Sleep Moksha, Consultant and Researcher, Behavioural Sleep Medicine, having spent over 13 years in sleep academia at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital; Max Super Specialty Hospital; etc., India and University of Pennsylvania; VA Medical Center; Brown Medical University, USA and the voice behind Sleep Moksha- A Sleep wellness Institute.
On this episode Sleep Matters, Dr. Monika and I discussed various aspects of sleep. What’s sleep deprivation, impact of mental health and the role of sleep. What is sleep debt and can this be made-up over time?. Steps one can take to improve sleep quality. Impact of delayed circadian rhythm and the impact of blue light. Join me on this information rich discussion on sleep.
Timestamps
- Sleep as a performance enhancing activity - 5:24
- Myths & ignorance of sleep - 12:51
- Sleep and mental health - 17:57
- Improving sleep quality - 22:56
- Bluelight impact - 27:41
- Rapid fire round - 30:18
- Quality vs Quantity of sleep - 33:39
Key quotes and references from the episode:
- We cannot be fully healthy unless our sleep is healthy
- Good sleep and mental health is a badge of honor
- Being perfect is a delusion
- Sleep is the unsung hero of mental health
Characteristics of the Five Basic Brain Waves
Frequency band | Frequency | Brain states
- Gamma (γ) | >35 Hz | Concentration
- Beta (β) | 12–35 Hz | Anxiety dominant, active, external attention, relaxed
- Alpha (α) | 8–12 Hz | Very relaxed, passive attention
- Theta (θ) | 4–8 Hz | Deeply relaxed, inward focused
- Delta (δ) | 0.5–4 Hz | Sleep
Website - Sleep Moksha
Book Recommendation : Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams
If you loved listening to this episode and want to share your views do click on the link below, https://lnkd.in/gKMix5e
Want to say Hello, do connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.
Subscribe, follow, and leave your comments to help me get better with my episodes. Available on all podcast platforms, including, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, youtube, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, RadioPublic,
Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook
Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify