347: How To Go From Dragging A** to Kicking It

Content warning: This episode contains a discussion of disordered eating.

Dr. Michael Breus, a sleep expert and clinical psychologist, returns to the podcast to help you go from dragging ass to kicking it! On this episode, you’ll learn how taking five five-minute breaks throughout the day can drastically increase your energy so you’re better able to focus, create, and do what matters to you. We also discuss the myths that could be impacting your sleep, what you need to know about sleep apnea, and how the power of music can shift your mood.
Highlights of our conversation include:

  • What is a chronotype? We’ll cover the basics as well as how to better leverage yours so you’re not putting a square peg in a circular hole when you do certain tasks and practices

  • The stages of sleep — and what sleep myth you can ignore

  • What to pay attention to when you’re tracking your sleep in the Oura ring (even if you don’t have an Oura ring!)

  • His new book, “Energize,” in which he discusses and why I don’t use it even though it’s research-based

  • Sleep apnea: Who gets it, what leads to it, and what the warning signs are

  • What can help you focus during the day

Links

Books:

Episodes:

  • Episode 181: Sleeping When It’s Best For YOU with Michael Breus, Ph.D

Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley—I’d love to hear from you!

Contact:

Dr. Michael Breus:
Website: TheSleepDoctor.com
Facebook: /thesleepdoctor
Twitter: @thesleepdoctor

Kari Gormley:
Twitter: @KariGormley
Instagram: @KariGormley
Clubhouse: @KariGormley

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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