Ep. 80 Think sleeping apart means drifting apart? Think again. If you've been silently suffering through snoring, restless nights, or emotional distance, this isn’t a sleep divorce—it’s your chance for a sleep upgrade. It might just be the most effective couples therapy you never considered.

Ask yourself: Is the tension in your relationship really only about chores? It’s not just what needs to get done, it’s the fact that you’re running on empty. And when you're depleted, patience fades, presence slips, and connection becomes harder to give. 😮‍💨

If sleep struggles have been quietly driving a wedge between you and your partner, this episode is your wake-up call to look a little closer—and start making rest the foundation for reconnection.

Certified sleep coach Soda Kuczkowski breaks down how poor sleep fuels disconnection and why prioritizing sleep may be the most intimate, restorative move you can make as a couple.

🔑 What’s Inside?

Why sleep deprivation fuels disconnection, not just fatigue

How to talk about sleep without hurting feelings

The surprising benefits of sleeping in separate rooms

Low-pressure ways to build a joint sleep strategy

Tools, apps, and product tips to reduce snoring and restlessness

Resources:

Get all Soda’s favorite sleep tools and guides at TheDoze.co

Follow along on Instagram @startwithsleep or @thedoze.co

💬 Notable Quotes

💤 “Sleeping in separate rooms is not a sign of failure. It’s a sign that you value your sleep and your relationship.”

⏱️“Sleep is where your relationship either fractures or fortifies.”

💘 “Sleep is not separate from your relationship. It is your relationship. It’s the foundation of how you speak to each other, how you touch each other, and how you feel seen and supported.”

Chapters

00:00 – The real reason couples grow apart

01:02 – Fighting because you’re tired, not incompatible

02:27 – Debunking the taboo of separate beds

03:21 – How sleep deprivation damages empathy and desire

04:16 – What to do if your partner snores

05:19 – Conversation starters that don’t feel like ultimatums 06:41 – Building a better sleep toolbox together

07:37 - Connection games that rebuild emotional intimacy

09:14 - Ask this one question to deepen understanding

10:00  Why sleep is the most underrated relationship strategy

10:50 Final word: Protect your relationship by prioritizing rest

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Ep. 79 Think your glow-up comes from a bottle? Think again.

What if the real secret to youthful skin, radiant hair, and boundless energy has been hiding in your sleep schedule all along? Certified Sleep Coach Soda Kuczkowski reveals how beauty sleep isn’t just a cliché—it’s your most potent anti-aging ritual. Before you buy another serum, press play.

What's Inside?

Why midnight to 2am is your "magic window" for collagen production ✨

How poor sleep contributes to dull skin, brittle hair, and mental fog

Daily habits and bedtime rituals that reverse aging from the inside out

The real reason your $100 night cream isn’t working (hint: it’s not the cream)

A simple, free nighttime ritual that can change how you look and feel by morning

Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome: The truth about sleep and aging

01:00 – Why sleep is better than skincare

02:00 – Your skin’s nightly renewal process

03:00 – Sleep + hair health = shine, strength, and growth

04:00 – Boosting energy and muscle recovery overnight

05:00 – Brain clarity and reducing oxidative stress

06:00 – Soda’s personal bedtime beauty rituals

07:00 – Why nasal breathing is a sleep (and beauty) game-changer

08:00 – Environmental hacks: light, air, and temperature

09:00 – Silk pillowcases, hydration, and next-level beauty sleep

10:00 – Final thoughts: The glow-up starts in your bed

💤 Want to reverse aging without injections or expensive routines? It starts with sleep.

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Ep. 78 If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting or pushed sleep to the bottom of your to-do list, this episode is your wake-up call—in the gentlest, most loving way. We invite you to rethink sleep not as a luxury, but as a declaration of self-worth.

In this episode of the Doze Podcast, Soda explores why rest is more than recovery—it's resistance. Backed by compelling research, including a 2022 study from Behavioral Sleep Medicine, Soda unpacks how self-esteem directly impacts sleep quality and why those who value themselves tend to sleep deeper and longer.

This isn’t just a wellness tip—it’s a cultural shift. 

You'll learn how to:

✨ Reframe rest as receiving, not quitting

🛋️ Build your own “sleep shelf” of soothing bedtime rituals

🧘🏽‍♀️ Add micro-rests into your day to recharge with intention

🛏️ Transform your sleep space into a reflection of how deeply you honor yourself

Whether you’re a chronic giver or someone stuck in hustle mode, this episode offers a new lens to see rest as your birthright—not something to earn.

Memorable Quotes:

“The way you treat your sleep is the way you treat yourself.”

“Receiving rest is not quitting; it’s claiming what is already yours.”

“Your best days begin with your best nights.”

“Sleep is not a luxury; it’s a reflection of your worth.”

Hit play and start honoring your need for rest—not just to feel good, but because you deserve to.

Chapters:

0:00 Sleep as Self-Worth

0:33 Show Intro

1:34 Reframing Rest as Receiving, Not Quitting

2:37 Building a Sleep Shelf 

4:09 Embracing Micro Rests Throughout the Day

4:43 Creating a Sleep Space That Reflects Self-Worth

5:44 Closing Thoughts on Sleep and Worth

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Ep. 77 What if your self-doubt isn’t a mindset issue—but a sleep issue?

You’re not overthinking because you’re weak—you’re under-rested.

In this powerful episode of the Doze Podcast, certified sleep coach Soda Kuczkowski reveals how sleep deprivation quietly sabotages your intuition, decision-making, and self-trust, especially for women carrying the weight of emotional labor. If you’re exhausted from second-guessing every choice, it’s time to stop blaming your mindset... and start healing your brain.

Sleep isn’t just rest—it’s mental recalibration.

A sleep-deprived brain defaults to people-pleasing.

REM sleep = Intuition Booster. Skipping it means you’re literally cutting yourself off from your inner wisdom.

Notable Quotes:

“A rested woman knows what she wants.”

“Sleep is a power move.”

Resources:

The Doze - Topical Magnesium Spray

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro: What If It’s Not Mindset, But Sleep?

00:33 – Welcome to Doze: Meet Soda Kuczkowski

00:54 – Why Self-Trust Begins with Sleep

01:28 – How Sleep Deprivation Glitches Your Brain

01:55 – The REM Cycle: Your Intuition Booster

02:25 – Survival Mode vs. Self-Trust

02:53 – Why Women Are Hit Harder by Sleep Loss

03:45 – Biology Over Mindset: Sleep & Social Conditioning

04:12 – Step 1: Protect Your REM Sleep

04:38 – Step 2: Treat Sleep as Emotional Hygiene

05:28 – Step 3: Decide Your Bedtime Early

05:56 – Step 4: Track Your Clarity & Intuition

06:22 – Step 5: Rewrite the Narrative—Sleep is a Power Move

07:28 – Final Thoughts: Sleep Builds Self-Trust

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Ep. 76 Tired of chasing sleep in a bottle? 😴 Before you spend another dime on that “miracle” sleep product, let’s break down the truth about the booming sleep product industry—and explore why your solution to better sleep likely lies in your habits, not your shopping cart.

We are constantly bombarded with ads promising deeper sleep and more energized mornings. From melatonin gummies to high-tech trackers, the options are endless. But do they actually work? And more importantly—do they work for you?

In this episode of the Doze Podcast, certified sleep coach Soda Kuczkowski exposes the disconnect between the booming market of sleep aids and what actually helps. She shares five powerful questions you should ask before buying anything, and explains why building better habits matters more than any one product.

"The truth is, your quest for better sleep rarely lies within the product itself."

Resources:

The Doze Sleep Shop

5 Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Sleep Product

  1. What issue am I actually trying to solve?

  2. Have I tried habit changes first?

  3. Does this fit my lifestyle?

  4. Am I willing to commit long enough to track results?

  5. Is this product backed by unbiased feedback?

Chapters:

00:00 – The Illusion of Instant Sleep Fixes

00:53 – Welcome to Doze: A Habit-First Approach

01:18 – Sleep Marketing vs. Sleep Reality

02:20 – Why 'Trying Everything' Doesn’t Work

03:25 – Your Habits Could Be Sabotaging Sleep

03:54 – Reframe Sleep as Essential Fuel

04:30 – 5 Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Sleep Product

06:01 – Final Thought: Tools Help, Habits Heal

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Ep. 75 If you're burning out while trying to be everything for everyone, this episode will show you the most overlooked tool for reclaiming your power: sleep. Not just more of it—but better, intentional rest that strengthens your presence, sharpens your mind, and restores your confidence.

In this episode of The Doze, Soda Kuczkowski, certified sleep coach and founder of START WITH SLEEP, breaks down how sleep is the secret weapon for today’s high-achieving women.

From corporate leaders to caregivers, women carry a unique mental load—and yet we’re conditioned to sacrifice rest in the name of productivity. Soda argues that sleep is not self-care—it’s strategy.

Whether you’re navigating burnout, decision fatigue, or simply seeking clarity in chaos, this episode gives you permission to rest—and the tools to do it well.

✨ Notable Quotes:

🛏️ "If you want to lead with real confidence, the kind that radiates from being clear-headed and grounded, you need to sleep like you mean it."

🌙 "Sleep is not the thing that gets in the way of your goals. It’s what makes them possible."

💼 "Well-rested women lead differently. We listen better, we decide faster, we love harder, and we walk into rooms and command respect."

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Rest is a leadership strategy—not a luxury.

Hormonal cycles and caregiving demands make quality sleep essential for women.

A healthy sleep routine enhances decision-making, emotional regulation, and resilience.

Sleep helps rebuild confidence from the inside out.

The ripple effect of modeling healthy sleep in families and workplaces

Actionable strategies to protect your rest and prioritize yourself again

Because the most powerful version of you? She starts with sleep.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

🔗www.startwithsleep.com

🔗www.thedoze.co

🎧 Episode Highlight: "Bedtime Begins at Breakfast"

Chapters:

0:00 Sleep as a Leadership Strategy for Women

1:58 The Impact of Sleep on Women's Mental and Physical Health

5:22 Sleep as a Superpower for Leadership and Longevity

7:20 Practical Steps to Enhance Sleep and Boost Self-Leadership

9:29 The Power of Rested Women in Leadership

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Ep. 74 Tired of crashing before you finally take a break? In this episode of the Doze Podcast, sleep health educator Soda Kuczkowski reveals why your rest days aren’t working—and what you actually need to feel recharged.

Hint: it’s not another nap or vacation day. It’s a Reset Rhythm—and she’s about to teach you exactly how to build one that fits your life.

She shares tips for identifying personal wellness baselines, early warning signs of stress, and emphasizes the importance of a personalized recovery toolkit. Discover how to implement rituals that anchor your energy and calm—every day, not just when you're falling apart. 

Rest days aren’t enough—you need a reset rhythm that supports your mind, body, and hormones.

Burnout is preventable with intentional daily, weekly, and seasonal reset rituals.

Learn to identify your personal "off signals" and develop a toolkit to self-correct fast.

Sensory cues and recovery rituals (like weighted blankets, peppermint oil, and tech breaks) are powerful allies.

Discover how to create a "recovery ritual box" and use it before things fall apart. " also provide alternative titles and subtitles. 

"When you feel overwhelmed, it's not a sign to push harder; it's a signal to pause and listen."

"Your nervous system needs recovery, your hormones need recalibration, your brain needs stillness."

"You deserve more than a life that runs on fumes. You deserve a rhythm that works with your body, not against it."

00:00 – Why Rest Days Aren’t Enough

01:05 – Soda’s Burnout Wake-Up Call 02:22 – Self-Care Isn’t the Answer 03:21 – How to Find Your Baseline

04:18 – Spot Your “Off Signals” Early

05:15 – Build Your Reset Toolkit

06:48 – Create a Recovery Ritual Box

07:13 – 3-Step Reset Ritual

08:18 – Daily Reset Boosters

09:25 – Weekly & Seasonal Reset Ideas

11:07 – Reflect, Realign, & Recharge

11:34 – You Deserve More Than Fumes

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Ep. 73 Ever said, “If you don’t behave, you’re going straight to bed”? You’re not alone—but what if phrases like that are doing more harm than good? This episode will make you rethink how you talk about bedtime—and why it matters more than you think.

In this episode of The Doze Podcast, sleep educator and coach Soda Kuczkowski breaks down how the language we use around bedtime shapes our children’s emotional connection to rest. From empty threats to well-meaning bribes, we explore how common phrases can unintentionally turn sleep into something kids fear, resent, or misuse—even into adulthood.

📌What’s Inside?

Shift language around bedtime to reduce resistance.

Discover how bedtime language becomes internalized and can impact long-term mental and emotional health.

Understand that sleep is a biological need, not a behavioral consequence.

Learn how a healthy relationship with sleep starts with the way we talk about it.

Reframe bedtime as an act of care, planting the seeds for a positive, lifelong connection to sleep and well-being.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Intro: What we say vs. what they learn

01:05 – The problem with using bedtime as behavior management

02:40 – Sleep as punishment vs. sleep as privilege

04:15 – Emotional wiring: What children internalize about rest

06:00 – How adult sleep struggles often begin in childhood

07:25 – Reframing bedtime as an act of love

08:45 – Final thoughts: Rest is not earned—it’s essential

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Ep. 72 If you’re tired of bedtime battles and looking for a sustainable, whole-day approach to sleep, this episode is your blueprint.

In this game-changing episode of The Doze Podcast, sleep coach and educator Soda Kuczkowski flips everything you thought you knew about bedtime.

Joined by her daughter, Ryan, Soda reveals how setting your child up for restful sleep begins the moment they open their eyes — not when they hit the pillow.

You’ll learn Soda’s All-Day Framework for Bedtime Success: 

🌞 Morning: Bright light, balanced food, movement

🕛 Midday: Focus, hydration, predictability

🌇 Afternoon: Wind down, sensory play, limit sugar

🌙 Evening: Connection, tech-off time, steady routine

🛏️ Bedtime: Low light, familiar steps, no pressure

Inside the episode:

✨ The secret to locking in your child’s circadian rhythm with wake-time consistency

✨ How nutrition, sunlight, hydration, and emotional check-ins create a foundation for better sleep

✨ Real-life tips from Ryan on how she balances school, sports, and sleep without burnout

🔑 Key Quotes:

"Bedtime isn't the first step in a routine. It's the final cue that the brain and body are safe to rest."

"Rest isn't just something you do at night; it's something you nurture all day long."

Chapters:

0:00 Intro Bedtime Starts at Breakfast

1:52 Creating a Balanced Morning Routine for Children's Well-Being

2:52 Protein Rich Breakfast Ideas

3:40 Decrease Morning Chaos  

4:34 Support Midday Energy

6:13 Creating a Daylong Routine for Better Children's Sleep

7:02 After School Routines

8:53 Simple Sleep-Prep Framework for Families 

10:13 Ryan's Insights on Sleep and Daily Routines 

13:02 Building Lifelong Sleep Skills for Children's Development

13:20 Final Thoughts 

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Ep. 71 In this episode of The Doze Podcast, sleep health educator and certified sleep coach Soda Kuczkowski shares how families can break free from the chaos of bedtime resistance, late-night meltdowns, and melatonin overuse. With over two decades of experience in the sleep space—and as a parent herself—Soda offers actionable strategies for helping children build healthy, lasting sleep habits.

Joined by her 10-year-old daughter Ryan, a well-rested sleeper raised with consistent routines, this episode blends professional insight with personal experience. Together, they explore what’s really behind bedtime struggles, why melatonin may be doing more harm than good, and how to create an evening flow that works for the whole family.

Perfect for parents, educators, and wellness advocates, this conversation offers practical tools to help kids stay in bed, fall asleep faster, and wake up ready to thrive—without relying on sleep aids.

🛏️ Why melatonin isn’t the magic fix—it’s a hormone, not a long-term solution

🌙 How to build consistent, calming bedtime routines that actually work

📚 Pre-bedtime activities like storytelling and journaling that help kids wind down

🎟️ Creative tools like role-reversal games to reduce bedtime resistance

☀️ The power of morning sunlight to naturally regulate sleep-wake cycles

🧠 The emotional side of sleep—how to help kids feel safe and heard before bed

🏫 How schools and families can work together to address the growing sleep crisis

Tune in for practical, sustainable sleep strategies that bring peace back to your nights.

0:00 Introduction

00:32 - Supporting Better Sleep Habits

01:22 - The Bedtime Struggle

5:42 Creating Comforting Bedtime Routines for Children

6:32 Creative Sleep Strategies for Kids and Families

9:28 A Child's Guide to Creating a Perfect Sleep Environment

12:58 Customized Sleep Plans and School Programs

13:51 - Transitioning to Rest Mode

15:12 - Interactive Sleep Education

15:46 - Conclusion and Resources

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