Go to Sleep

Go to Sleep

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Go to Sleep episodes

  • Stimulus Control: Reclaim Your Sleep
    In this episode, we explore how Stimulus Control, a key tool in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, can retrain your brain to associate your bed with sleep instead of wakefulness. We also discuss practical rules to implement this technique for better and more predictable sleep.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Stimulus Control01:29 Why Your Bed Keeps You Awake03:24 Rules for Stimulus Control08:10 Benefits of Stimulus Control
    8 min
  • Sleep Restriction: Consolidate Your Sleep
    In this episode, we explore sleep restriction, a counterintuitive but effective technique for improving sleep quality even when you're exhausted. We explain how this method, which temporarily limits time in bed to match actual sleep time, helps to retrain your brain and increase sleep drive, ultimately leading to deeper and more reliable sleep.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sleep Restriction00:44 Understanding Sleep Restriction03:49 How Sleep Restriction Works08:51 Guardrails and Benefits
    8 min
  • Cognitive Restructuring for Insomnia
    In this episode, we explore cognitive restructuring, a powerful technique from cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, to understand how thoughts about sleep can fuel anxiety. We learn how to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns to improve sleep without resorting to forced positive thinking.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cognitive Restructuring02:06 Understanding Sleep Thoughts03:46 Accuracy, Helpfulness, Completeness09:06 Practical Steps and Recap
    10 min
  • Why CBT-I Outperforms Sleep Medications
    In this episode, we explore why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) is considered the gold-standard treatment for chronic insomnia, consistently outperforming sleep medications in the long run. We also discuss how working harder at sleep can actually perpetuate insomnia and how CBTI addresses the root causes of sleep issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction to CBTI01:41 The Pitfalls of Sleep Medications03:32 How CBTI Works08:44 CBTI vs. Sleep Pills
    8 min
  • Understanding Your Sleep Cycles After a Restless Night
    In this episode, we explore the different stages of sleep and how your body naturally prioritizes restorative sleep even after a bad night. You will learn why one restless night doesn't ruin your ability to recover and how trusting your body's innate sleep system is key to better rest.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sleep Challenges01:14 Understanding Sleep Stages03:38 The Science of Sleep Rebound06:01 Practical Sleep Advice
    9 min
  • Shattering The 8-Hour Sleep Rule
    In this episode, we challenge the pervasive belief that everyone needs exactly eight hours of sleep, explaining why this rigid expectation often leads to anxiety and worsens insomnia. We also explore common sleep misconceptions, revealing how a flexible perspective and understanding of natural sleep patterns can significantly improve your nights.Chapters00:00 The 8-Hour Sleep Myth02:58 Sleep Efficiency vs. Time in Bed06:49 Normal Night Awakenings & Fatigue10:12 One Bad Night Doesn't Ruin Everything
    9 min
  • Hyperarousal: Why Your Brain Thinks Bedtime is Dangerous
    In this episode, we explore why your mind races at night, making sleep feel impossible, and learn how hyperarousal, a natural protective response, makes your insomnia feel so stubborn. We also discover practical strategies to retrain your brain to associate bedtime with safety, leading to restful sleep.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hyperarousal02:00 Understanding Hyperarousal05:37 Breaking the Insomnia Loop08:50 Practical Strategies for Sleep
    9 min
  • Hyperarousal: Why Your Brain Thinks Bedtime is Dangerous
    In this episode, we explore why your mind races at night, making sleep feel impossible, and learn how hyperarousal, a natural protective response, makes your insomnia feel so stubborn. We also discover practical strategies to retrain your brain to associate bedtime with safety, leading to restful sleep.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hyperarousal02:00 Understanding Hyperarousal05:37 Breaking the Insomnia Loop08:50 Practical Strategies for Sleep
    9 min
  • Insomnia Labels: Maps Not Destiny
    In this episode, we explore the common types of insomnia and discuss how labels can be both helpful and misleading. We focus on using these labels as strategic tools to understand sleep patterns rather than permanent declarations of one's condition.Chapters00:00 Insomnia Labels00:30 Why Insomnia Happens03:35 Emily's Experience05:03 Insomnia Patterns vs. Causes07:24 Acute vs. Chronic Insomnia09:55 Psychophysiological Insomnia10:34 Using Labels Effectively13:21 Focus on the System
    10 min
  • Understanding and Overcoming Insomnia
    In this episode, we explore why insomnia often feels so stubborn, explaining that it's rarely caused by a single factor but rather a combination of physical, psychological, and environmental elements. We also discuss practical strategies derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) to address these factors gently and consistently, helping listeners retrain their brains for better sleep.Chapters00:00 Insomnia's Multiple Factors00:22 The Three-Legged Stool of Insomnia00:59 Actionable Steps for Better Sleep
    10 min

About Go to Sleep

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Go to Sleep is a sleep and insomnia podcast created to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and stop struggling with your own mind at night.

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