This is StRest! In this episode, Kerstin Lindquist reveals the exact science‑meets‑faith routine that transformed her nights—and her overall health.

Drawing on circadian biology, mental preparation, and environmental optimization, she lays out a step‑by‑step plan: prioritize mental preparation, follow the 3-2-1 rule, create a sleep-friendly environment, and manage stress effectively.

Kerstin explains why mental preparation is crucial, how the 3-2-1 rule optimizes sleep cycles, and why a cool, dark, and device-free bedroom is essential for restful sleep. Whether you’re a busy parent, shift worker, or someone battling sleep disruptions, this episode offers a practical pathway to better sleep and improved health.

Major Themes & Concepts

✅ Mental preparation is key to a good night's sleep

✅ Follow the 3-2-1 rule 

✅ Create a cool, dark, and device-free sleep environment

✅ Manage stress to improve sleep quality

✅ Avoid blue light from screens before bed

✅ Use supplements like magnesium and ashwagandha wisely

✅ Avoid alcohol close to bedtime

✅ Journaling and gratitude practices can enhance sleep

✅ Protect your sleep routine for long-term health benefits

Chapter Breakdown

00:00 – Importance of mental preparation for sleep

03:12 – The 3-2-1 rule for optimizing sleep cycles

06:18 – Creating a sleep-friendly environment

09:44 – Managing stress to improve sleep quality

13:05 – Avoiding blue light from screens before bed

16:22 – Using supplements like magnesium and ashwagandha

19:11 – The impact of alcohol on sleep

23:37 – Journaling and gratitude practices

27:08 – Protecting your sleep routine for health benefits

30:46 – Next: Strategies for overcoming sleep disruptions

Work with Kerstin

Workshops & Events

Health Coaching with Kerstin

Resources & Recommendations

Dr. Denese Skincare –   Use code STREST 

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More about Kerstin

Website: kerstin-lindquist.com

Instagram: @kerstin.lindquist

Facebook: Kerstin Lindquist

YouTube: @Kerstin.lindquist

TikTok: @kerstin.lindquist

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