Best Beth Kendall Ma Fntp Podcasts (2024)

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David Goggins and Getting Through the Speed Bumps | Ep 36 15:19

5d ago15:19

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If you’ve ever been through the disheartening experience of sleeping better for a while, only to fall “back” into insomnia, this one’s for you. Today I’m talking all about speed bumps. And I’m doing it through the lens of David Goggins. Because here's the thing about speed bumps … they’re normal. Not only are they normal, but they’re necessary. We …

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Understand Sleep Efforts to Unlock Effortless Sleep | Ep 35 18:05

24d ago18:05

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When you have insomnia, sleep can feel like a nightly battleground. The harder we try to fix it, the more elusive it becomes. Insomnia is driven by the very efforts we make to escape it. So many people (myself included) get caught in a cycle of trying everything — different teas, blackout curtains, sleep apps — only to find that these efforts just …

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Breaking Free from the Sleep Med Struggle w/ Aly Hansen | Ep 34 34:16

1M ago34:16

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Sleep meds or not, this episode is a MUST listen. My friend and fellow sleep coach Aly Hansen gives us a raw and honest look at her sleep med struggle and shares the final piece of the puzzle that set her free. If you have a love/hate relationship with sleep meds... If you feel a pang of guilt every time you take them... If you’re terrified you’re …

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Why Did My Sleep Pattern Suddenly Change? | Ep 33 11:32

2M ago11:32

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Have you gone from struggling to fall asleep to suddenly waking up during the night? Or maybe you used to wake up early, and now you can’t fall asleep? What gives? Rest assured, nothing has gone wrong and it's all a normal part of the recovery process. In this episode, I break down why insomnia patterns can sometimes shift and why it actually makes…

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"Neurons That Fire Together, Wire Together." | Ep 32 16:15

2M ago16:15

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Most people view insomnia as a SLEEP problem — an unrelenting beast that wreaks havoc on life. But I see it differently... Yes, insomnia is a problem. But it's mostly just a PATTERN. A looping survival response running on replay. In this episode, I dive deep into conditioned responses — how they work and what they have to do with insomnia. Tune in …

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The Pressure Paradigm | Ep 31 10:50

3M ago10:50

10:50

Feeling crushed by the pressure to sleep? Have a rough night and then immediately stress about the next one? Find yourself thinking you’ve failed at something as simple as sleep? This episode tackles three of the biggest pressure traps that cause insomnia and how to break free of them. Here’s what you’ll discover: Outcome Attachment: The surprising…

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The #1 Tool for Insomnia Recovery | Ep 30 14:13

3M ago14:13

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Today’s episode focuses on the most powerful tool we have at our disposal when it comes to insomnia. And no, it has nothing to do with sleep hygiene, sleep rituals, or subjecting yourself to a rigid sleep restriction protocol. But it has EVERYTHING to do with getting to the root of insomnia. Tune in to learn: How we can intentionally shape our brai…

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5 Hidden Downsides to Sleep Tracking During Insomnia | Ep 29 16:57

4M ago16:57

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Is sleep tracking truly helpful? Should you even be using one? Could you be sabotaging my sleep in a quest to improve it? Contrary to popular belief, the answers to these questions might just surprise you. In this episode of the Mind. Body. Sleep.™ podcast, I share 5 significant reasons why you can ditch your sleep tracker and still improve your sl…

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Gemma’s Hope Story: “I feel so far removed from sleep now…” | Ep 28 31:29

4M ago31:29

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You will LOVE this interview with Gemma. Not only does she have the most engaging accent ever, but she also shares her raw and unfiltered journey through insomnia. Many of you will resonate with her story and find solace knowing you're not alone. Gemma went from being a lifelong lover of sleep to fearing she was going to lose her mind. She dives in…

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A Closer Look at the Insomnia-Menopause Connection | Ep 27 11:39

5M ago11:39

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Feeling lost in the maze of hormone information and how it relates to insomnia? Struggling to figure out what’s insomnia and what’s disrupted sleep? Not sure where one ends and the other begins? This one is tailored for my ladies, but anyone could benefit from a little clarity on the difference between sleep disruption and full-blown insomnia. Join…

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Hyperarousal and the Expectation Effect | Ep 26 12:16

5M ago12:16

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This week I’m talking all about hyperarousal and the Expectation Effect. Do you ever find yourself thinking things like: “I understand all of this logically, so why am I still not sleeping?” “I didn’t go to bed until I was sleepy, but then I still didn’t sleep. Why is that?” “I normally sleep well on the weekends, but this week I didn’t. What’s goi…

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How Austyn Left Insomnia and Got His Life Back | Ep 25 51:43

5M ago51:43

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Working with Austyn to get beyond insomnia was such a pleasure and now he’s sharing his story to help others. In this heartfelt interview we dive into: The role of OCD in insomnia How the brain latches on to an intrusive thought The connection between health anxiety and sleep anxiety The loneliness of insomnia Austyn gives us an honest portrayal of…

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Is Trust the Antidote to Insomnia? | Ep 24 16:52

6M ago16:52

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This one is all about TRUST, my friends. Because when it comes to insomnia, trust seems to be the missing ingredient. I mean... Could you even HAVE insomnia if you trusted your own ability to sleep? I don’t think so. Let’s talk about the intersection between faith and fear, and how these two orientations occupy two sides of the same coin. In this e…

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Why You Jerk Awake Right After Falling Asleep | Ep 23 12:06

6M ago12:06

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Do you JOLT awake right on the cusp of sleep and feel a sense of panic? Does your brain decide to wake you up right after you fall asleep? Do you feel like you’re unconsciously monitoring everything about your sleep even while you’re falling asleep? This episode is all about hypnic jerks — what they are, why they happen, and what you can do about i…

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Cracking the Code: Pattern Seeking During Insomnia | Ep 22 11:44

7M ago11:44

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This episode is a shout-out to all my fellow analytical, detail-oriented, problem-solving, Type A, perfectionistic code-crackers. I know you're out there! If you find yourself meticulously scrutinizing every detail of your life looking for clues as to why you have insomnia, this one's for you. We deep dive into a common behavior I call ‘pattern-see…

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Sleep Meds and Inner Conflict | Ep 21 14:13

7M ago14:13

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Sleep meds were the absolute BANE of my existence. I loathed taking them but also really needed them, which entangled me in a web of constant worry about the impact they were going to have on my life. But here's the twist... That changed pretty quickly once I understood what insomnia was and why it was happening. In today’s episode, I share the ups…

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Rethinking Progress During Recovery | Ep 20 19:54

8M ago19:54

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Hello, my friends! This one is all about measuring PROGRESS. When you’re going through insomnia, of course you want sleep more than life itself — that's totally understandable. But let’s be mindful of how we measure progress because one leads to stress, and the other safety. In this episode, I challenge the conventional measure of progress and intr…

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Sleep Optimization vs. Insomnia | Ep 19 19:35

8M ago19:35

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Finding real help for insomnia can feel daunting. Mainly because there are TWO different conversations going on in the sleep world: 1. Sleep optimization: This conversation focuses on improving sleep for people who don't have insomnia, typically through lifestyle changes and sleep hygiene practices. 2. Insomnia: This conversation addresses the unde…

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Insomnia and the Perceived Danger Connection | Ep 18 16:35

9M ago16:35

16:35

In this episode, I not only spill the beans on my newfound passion for Peloton, but I go deeper into why our brains won’t let us sleep. Join me to learn: Why insomnia is based in survival How insomnia becomes a fear The role of hyperarousal The difference between real and perceived danger The significance of mindfulness during recovery Why fixing s…

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Lauren's Shift: Insomnia to Trusting Life Again | Ep 17 35:43

9M ago35:43

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Welcome to this insightful interview with the lovely Lauren Meikle joining us all the way from South Africa. Lauren opens up about her unexpected journey through insomnia. It all started when she started teaching K-Pop dance classes… In this powerful conversation, Lauren reveals: How her relationship to sleep started to change Why she had to step b…

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Using Indifference to Overcome Sleep Anxiety | Ep 16 12:52

10M ago12:52

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In today’s episode we explore the powerful concept of INDIFFERENCE. Fostering an attitude of indifference is a transformative way to acknowledge your brains messages without being overly fazed them. You’re not taking whatever it’s telling you as the unequivocal TRUTH of the situation. Insomnia is a conditioned pattern of fear. But we can nurture ou…

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Paradoxical Insomnia – Why You Feel Like You’re Not Sleeping | Ep 15 14:01

10M ago14:01

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Do you ever wake up and wonder if you even slept at all? Do you feel like your body is sleeping but your brain is awake? Do you feel like you’re in some kind of weird limbo state; half-asleep and half-awake? If so, this episode is tailored specifically for you! One of the most bizarre aspects of my own insomnia experience was the seeming inability …

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From Night Call to Sound Sleep: Richard’s 40-Year Odyssey | Ep 14 29:11

10M ago29:11

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In this compelling episode, I sit down with Richard Wills MD, resident sleep coach for the Mind. Body. Sleep. mentorship program. Throughout this thoughtful interview, he candidly shares the remarkable 40-year journey that has been his struggle with insomnia. Tune in for a captivating story of how insomnia starts... and how it ends. Here’s a sneak …

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Going Beyond the Insomnia Identity | Ep 13 17:25

10M ago17:25

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Do you ever feel like insomnia is slowly starting to take over your life? Are you wondering if you're ever going to be who you were before insomnia? Is your life getting smaller and smaller but you’re not really sure what to do about it? This episode is for you. The insomnia identity can sneak up you… First, you give up things that you really enjoy…

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It’s Not About the Bed | Ep 12 10:00

11M ago10:00

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Is the association you have with your bed making it difficult to sleep? Possibly. But I think there’s a bit more to the story. This episode explores the role of the bed in insomnia and presents a new perspective on how the brain perceives this association. Tune in to learn: Why the bed theory didn’t make sense to me The true driver behind sleepless…

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Navigating Through Fear During Insomnia | Ep 11 16:47

11M ago16:47

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Have you struggled with feelings of fear or anxiety during insomnia? This can look like: Panic at night lying in bed Fear around bedtime Low grade feelings of dread or doom Anxiety that comes out of the nowhere Anticipatory anxiety about late nights or trips How to go about processing these emotions isn’t always clear. In this episode, I share a 3-…

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Reclaiming Sleep as a New Mom: Talia Cooper's Journey | Ep 10 24:25

11M ago24:25

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Hey there new moms, this one is for you! This insightful conversation is with Talia Cooper, an intuitive eating coach who’s been in the trenches of postpartum sleep disruption. And in her case, insomnia kicked in when her daughter actually started sleeping BETTER! Here’s a sneak peek of some of the wisdom she’s dropping: The a-ha moment she had aft…

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Insomnia and the Unconscious Mind | Ep 9 17:52

11M ago17:52

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This episode is ALL about the unconscious mind. Sleep at its very core is SIMPLE. There is nothing you need to do or be. But could we be missing an opportunity to understand insomnia from greater perspective? Could insomnia itself be a conditioned fear that lives beneath our conscious awareness? I certainly think so! In this episode, I share 3 reas…

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Should I Wait Until I’m Sleepy to Go to Bed? | Ep 8 12:16

12M ago12:16

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The “sleepy rule” is a popular one. But does it always apply? In this episode I unpack the pros and cons behind waiting until you’re sleepy to go to bed. If you find yourself thinking: “Am I sleepy yet?” “Is this a good time to go to bed?” “Is this sleepy or just fatigue?” “What if I’m not sleepy enough?” This podcast is for you! I talk about: Chas…

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The Lighter Side of Insomnia w/ Michelle Weil | Ep 7 33:25

12M ago33:25

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Have you done some crazy things to sleep? Spent tons of money trying everything? Feel like you’re the ONLY one who has gone to such lengths? Well, you’re NOT alone! Join close friend and fellow sleep coach, Michelle Weil, and I as we share some of the wildest things we’ve ever done for sleep and why we can laugh about them now. In this episode, we …

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Unmasking Hyperarousal | Ep 6 10:41

12M ago10:41

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Have you ever wondered WHY, despite sleeping better, you can actually feel more tired than you did before you were sleeping? When I had insomnia, I felt either wired but tired OR like a complete zombie. There wasn't a lot of middle ground. Which made no sense whatsoever. Today, we’re taking the mystery out of this upside-down characteristic of inso…

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Tools for Insomnia: Medicine or Poison? | Ep 5 12:29

1y ago12:29

12:29

Today we’re diving into the world of sleep tools, from meditations to breathing exercises to hypnosis. With so many options available, how do you know which one to use? But there is a bigger question to ponder… Do these tools genuinely help improve sleep, or are we inadvertently trying to control something that should just come effortlessly? This e…

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Dancing with Insomnia: My Story (Pt.2) | Ep 4 22:10

1y ago22:10

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Part two of my story picks up where part one left off. Join me as I share the transformative process of leaving insomnia, and how it led me to where I am now working as a sleep coach. I talk about: The big A-HA that changed my entire perspective of insomnia. Why insomnia was never about my sleep. How my responses to sleep ultimately changed my slee…

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Redefining Insomnia: My 3 Core Philosophies | Ep 1 18:27

1y ago18:27

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In this groundbreaking episode, we challenge the conventional view of insomnia and dive deep into the three core philosophies that not only shape everything in my business, but will also revolutionize the way you perceive insomnia. Discover what it means to embrace a holistic approach to sleep coaching. Explore the profound connection between insom…

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Let’s Talk About Sleep Envy | Ep 2 9:45

1y ago9:45

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Do you find yourself grappling with feelings of anger or envy when you see other people sleeping so effortlessly? Does the sight of your kids or pets sleeping peacefully trigger anxiety within you? Do you feel like you’re the only one struggling while everyone else seems to sleep perfectly? You are NOT alone. In today’s episode, we’re talking about…

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Dancing with Insomnia: My Story (Pt.1) | Ep 3 23:48

1y ago23:48

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Today I’m talking about my personal struggle with insomnia. And it was a long one, y’all! In this episode, I share: The metaphor I use to describe my experience with insomnia How my brain created a link between wakefulness and fear in early life Why I’m surprisingly thankful for everything I went through How insomnia showed up in random cycles All …

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Welcome to the Mind. Body. Sleep. Podcast! 0:55

1y ago0:55

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Mind. Body. Sleep.™ is the perfect podcast for anyone who wants to recover from insomnia using a holistic perspective. In this podcast, we explore the remarkable world of neuroplasticity and dive deep into the inner workings of the mind and nervous system. We’ll discover how these vital aspects of our being influence our sleep patterns and offer gr…

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