Mind. Body. Sleep.® - Retrain Your Brain. Restore Your Sleep. Reclaim Your Life.

Sleep Optimization vs. Insomnia: Two Conflicting Conversations | Ep 19


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Finding real help for insomnia can feel daunting.

Mainly because there are TWO different conversations going on in the sleep world:

1. Sleep optimization: This conversation focuses on improving sleep for people who don't have insomnia, typically through lifestyle changes and sleep hygiene practices.

2. Insomnia: This conversation addresses the underlying conditioned fear and anxiety driving chronic sleeplessness.

The stark contradiction between these two conversations makes it crucial to understand them.

Tune in to this information-packed episode to discover:

  • The importance of understanding the ROOT CAUSE of insomnia
  • What separates sleep disruption from insomnia
  • Why sleep hygiene is a waste of time
  • Why focusing even MORE on sleep isn't helpful for insomnia
  • How relying on external interventions can erode trust over time

Gaining a better understanding of these two conversations is key on the path back to sleep freedom. And trust me, once you grasp the distinction, you’ll start seeing it everywhere.

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About Beth Kendall MA, FNTP: 

For decades, Beth struggled with the relentless grip of insomnia. After finally understanding insomnia from a mind-body perspective, she changed her relationship with sleep, and completely recovered. Liberated from the constant worry of not sleeping, she’s on a mission to help others recover as well. Her transformative program Mind. Body. Sleep.™ has been a beacon of light for hundreds of others seeking solace from sleepless nights. 


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