The Doze Podcast

Overthinking Keeping You Awake? Here’s How to Stop and Sleep Better Tonight


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Ep. 58 Do you lie awake at night, replaying unfinished tasks, second-guessing decisions, or worrying about your next big move? For women entrepreneurs, the endless to-do lists, self-doubt, and pressure to succeed can make it feel impossible to turn off your mind. Those automatic negative thoughts—or ANTs—aren’t just mental noise; they’re sleep saboteurs that steal your rest and hold you back from thriving.

In this episode, I’ll show you how to take control of the mental chaos and silence those ANTs once and for all. You’ll learn practical, proven strategies to recognize, reframe, and overcome the thoughts that sabotage your sleep and success. It’s time to reclaim your rest, refocus your energy, and show up as your best self—every single day.

As we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month, let’s rewrite the narrative. Hustle culture isn’t the key to success—prioritizing rest is. Sleep is a powerful tool for clarity, creativity, and resilience, and I’ll share tips and habits that have transformed my own life as a business owner—and can transform yours too.

🎧 Tune in to discover how prioritizing sleep can transform your personal and professional life!


What's Inside?
  • Sleep is a critical performance tool often overshadowed by the demands of entrepreneurship and caregiving.
  • Automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) can significantly disrupt sleep and hinder professional productivity.
  • Practical strategies for addressing ANTs include awareness, challenging thoughts, reframing negativity, and practicing relaxation techniques.
  • Establishing a consistent bedtime routine and incorporating gratitude and mindfulness practices can improve sleep quality over time.

  • Notable Quotes:
    • "Sleep isn't a time waster. It is your secret weapon."
    • "These pressures amplify our ants, leaving us caught in a cycle of overwork, worry, and sleep deprivation." 
    • "Sleep powers your ability to think clearly, connect deeply, and create boldly." 

    • Chapters:

      0:00 Introduction & ANTS Overview 

      0:57 How ANTS Impact Entrepreneurs 

      2:17 Importance of Sleep for Entrepreneurs 

      3:51 How Ants Impact Sleep

      5:07 Strategies to Manage Ants

      6:42 Long-term Habits to Combat Ants 

      7:37 Sleep as a Success Foundation

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