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Dana McMakin, PhD: Unlocking the Secret to Better Sleep via Savoring
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Struggling to catch those elusive Z's despite following all the latest sleep guidance? What if the secret to a rejuvenating sleep lies in the power of savoring? Join us as we talk to Professor Dana McMakin, an expert in clinical science and cognitive neuroscience, who shares her journey of battling insomnia and reveals the missing link to better sleep.
Discover how sleep, anxiety, and mental health are closely connected and learn the importance of a wind-down routine to optimize sleepiness. Dana shares the secret of creating mental flexibility by practicing the switch between ruminating worries and savoring pleasant memories, ultimately improving sleep quality and mental wellbeing. We also discuss the impact of alcohol, sleep deprivation, and REM sleep on our mental health, emphasizing the importance of nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene.
In this eye-opening episode, we explore the evidence-based tools that can help improve your sleep quality and add to your sleep quality toolbox. Learn how to embrace the power of savoring and truly enjoy the rewards of a restful night's sleep. Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your sleep and your life.
Looking for weekly tips, tricks and turbo boosts to enhance your life? Sign up for the CATALYST COMPASS here, a brief weekly compilation of ideas, evidence-based concepts and encouragement to improve your personal and professional life!
Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/
Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/
YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel
Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.com
Twitter: @Catalyst2Thrive
Website: CatalystCoaching360.com
If you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Chapters
1. Savoring for Better Sleep (00:00:00)
2. Savoring Happy Memories for Better Sleep (00:04:15)
3. Better Sleep With Wind Down Routine (00:15:53)
4. Better Sleep and Adolescent Development (00:26:23)
5. Sleep and Mental Health (00:37:06)
6. CatalystCoaching360 (00:46:16)
333 episodes
Manage episode 365807554 series 2430526
Struggling to catch those elusive Z's despite following all the latest sleep guidance? What if the secret to a rejuvenating sleep lies in the power of savoring? Join us as we talk to Professor Dana McMakin, an expert in clinical science and cognitive neuroscience, who shares her journey of battling insomnia and reveals the missing link to better sleep.
Discover how sleep, anxiety, and mental health are closely connected and learn the importance of a wind-down routine to optimize sleepiness. Dana shares the secret of creating mental flexibility by practicing the switch between ruminating worries and savoring pleasant memories, ultimately improving sleep quality and mental wellbeing. We also discuss the impact of alcohol, sleep deprivation, and REM sleep on our mental health, emphasizing the importance of nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene.
In this eye-opening episode, we explore the evidence-based tools that can help improve your sleep quality and add to your sleep quality toolbox. Learn how to embrace the power of savoring and truly enjoy the rewards of a restful night's sleep. Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your sleep and your life.
Looking for weekly tips, tricks and turbo boosts to enhance your life? Sign up for the CATALYST COMPASS here, a brief weekly compilation of ideas, evidence-based concepts and encouragement to improve your personal and professional life!
Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/
Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/
YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel
Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.com
Twitter: @Catalyst2Thrive
Website: CatalystCoaching360.com
If you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.
Chapters
1. Savoring for Better Sleep (00:00:00)
2. Savoring Happy Memories for Better Sleep (00:04:15)
3. Better Sleep With Wind Down Routine (00:15:53)
4. Better Sleep and Adolescent Development (00:26:23)
5. Sleep and Mental Health (00:37:06)
6. CatalystCoaching360 (00:46:16)
333 episodes
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