Brain Health Hook-up

More Than Just Hours: The 4 Pillars of a Good Night's Sleep


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Episode Description:

Struggling with sleep? This episode explores the critical connection between sleep and mental wellness. Discover the 4 key measures of restorative sleep – latency, awakenings, duration, and restfulness – and learn how optimizing your sleep can improve your mood, focus, and overall well-being.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sleep has a profound impact on brain health, mood regulation, and emotional well-being.
  • The 4 pillars of restorative sleep are latency (time to fall asleep), awakenings, duration, and restfulness.
  • During sleep, your brain clears out toxins and supports cognitive function.
  • Laurel's Well-Tuned Woman program offers a comprehensive approach to optimizing sleep and enhancing well-being.

Action Items:

  • Track your sleep using a tracker or journal.
  • Identify factors disrupting your sleep.
  • Prioritize sleep by adjusting your schedule and routines.
  • Seek support from your healthcare provider or consider The Well-Tuned Woman program.

DISCLAIMER: Brain Health Hook-up Podcast, GROOVE THERAPY™, GROOVE SESSIONS®, and WellTuned Wellness LLC may benefit health, but are not substitutes for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider.

Music for this Podcast is provided by: Kevin "Aries" Lee and Troy "Big Baby" Capers

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Brain Health Hook-upBy Laurel Myers Hurst