In this episode of Penny Dee Podcast, we dive into the world of sleep with Maryanne Taylor, a sleep consultant specializing in teenagers and adults. Recorded in honor of International Sleep Day on 14th March, this episode tackles the real struggles women in midlife face with sleep and busts some persistent myths along the way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why Perfect Sleep is a Myth: Maryanne explains why achieving perfect sleep is not only unrealistic but also adds unnecessary pressure.
• The Problem with Sleep Tracking: Discover why the obsession with sleep tracking—known as orthosomnia—can do more harm than good. 
• The Truth About the '8-Hour Myth': Learn why the idea that everyone needs 8 hours of sleep is misleading. 
• Creating the Ideal Wind-Down Routine: Maryanne provides practical tips on how to prepare your body for sleep.
• The Truth About Napping: Why regular napping can reduce sleep drive and how to take a nap the right way.

PLUS, We Discuss:

• The importance of letting go of the idea of perfect sleep and embracing what works for you.
• Why obsessing over sleep tracking can actually worsen sleep quality.
• How to create a consistent and effective wind-down routine that truly works.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Find out more about Maryanne Taylor: Maryanne Taylor on LinkedIn Maryanne Taylor’s Website

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