Real Health Transformations: Inspiring Strategies & Stories for Healthy, Holistic Living

The Sleep Paradox: Why Trying to Sleep Makes It Harder | Ep 33


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In this throwback episode, Sleep Science Academy founder Devin Burke shares a holistic framework for understanding and overcoming sleep issues by addressing the nervous system, mind, body, and spirit connections.

• Sleep is a natural biological process that happens when we remove barriers, not something we can force or control
• Quality and quantity of sleep are both important, with individual needs varying based on age, lifestyle, and chronotype
• Poor sleep affects hormone regulation, cognitive function, emotional stability, and even physical health
• The "Three P Patterns" that keep people stuck in insomnia: perfectionism, problem-solving mindset, and putting sleep on a pedestal
• Sleep pressure and circadian rhythm are the two main systems controlling sleep, with napping potentially disrupting sleep pressure
• Creating anxiety around sleep by trying supplements, perfect environments, or special routines can backfire
• Most sleep hacks and trends (like lettuce water) miss the fundamental point that acceptance and releasing expectations are key

For more information about Devin Burke and his sleep programs, visit Sleep Science Academy or find him on YouTube and Instagram @devinburkewellness.


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Real Health Transformations: Inspiring Strategies & Stories for Healthy, Holistic LivingBy Holly Jean Mullen