We all know how important sleep is to help us function better in our daily lives: to have improved focus, energy, and motivation. But did you know that sleep is also incredibly important for your mental health? Sleep deprivation is associated with an increase in anxiety and depressive symptoms, including an increase in expecting the worst-case scenario. Our culture is massively sleep-deprived and sleep deprivation is often seen as a badge of honor. But the consequences are just not worth continuing to deprive yourself of this essential human need. If you struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep due to anxiety and overthinking, then this episode is perfect for you. In it, we'll explore practical and simple shifts you can make to get deeper, more restorative sleep so you can function at your best.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The massive mental health benefits of sleep
• Simple daytime tips to help improve your sleep at night
• How to create a calming evening routine so you can get deeper, more restorative sleep

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1739867/pdf/v057p00649.pdf

http://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fa0020138

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/excessivesleepiness/content/the-complex-relationship-between-sleep-depression-anxiety

https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/related-illnesses/sleep-disorders

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