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In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, Josh shares his lifelong struggle with sleep, from working 17 years of graveyard shifts to dealing with stress and nightmares from trauma. He explains how lack of rest affects decision making, mental health, and even survival in critical moments. Drawing from both personal experience and practical strategies, Josh offers simple ways to improve sleep quality, from limiting screens and caffeine to creating routines that promote recovery. Whether you are in law enforcement, running a business, or just managing the stress of daily life, this episode is a reminder that rest is not a luxury but a necessity for strength, clarity, and resilience.
By Joshua BitskoIn this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, Josh shares his lifelong struggle with sleep, from working 17 years of graveyard shifts to dealing with stress and nightmares from trauma. He explains how lack of rest affects decision making, mental health, and even survival in critical moments. Drawing from both personal experience and practical strategies, Josh offers simple ways to improve sleep quality, from limiting screens and caffeine to creating routines that promote recovery. Whether you are in law enforcement, running a business, or just managing the stress of daily life, this episode is a reminder that rest is not a luxury but a necessity for strength, clarity, and resilience.