We all talk to ourselves. I don’t mean crazy talk. We engage in a conversation in our head about what we plan to do, what we’ve done, and what we might do. During times of stress, I may catch … Read More
There are many different types of experts on sleep. Doctors. Psychologists. Coaches. Talk show hosts…and your pets. My dog, Monty, teaches me a lot about sleep. How so? He knows when he needs to rest, to sleep, to eat, to … Read More
We all have to work to make a living….at least most of us. If your boss doesn’t care about your health and performance by demanding that you work too many hours or paying you so little that you have to … Read More
Many of us go to bed “mad as hell.” Is your anger so great that you can power a train locomotive? Sleep Tip #22: Blow off some steam if you want to fall asleep quick. If you follow these … Read More
Do you have a sleep tracker? Garmin? Jawbone? Fitbit? Sleep Tip #21: Use your sleep tracker not just to track your sleep but to change your sleep by following these four simple steps: Set a sleep goal first. Measure that … Read More
The best way to make changes in your sleep habits is to learn more about your current sleep behaviors. In your journal, keep track of the following sleep behaviors: Go to bed Fall asleep Wake up Get out of bed … Read More
Gamblers praise a “Lucky 7.” This is also the magic number for sleep. If you sleep less than 7 hours each night, then you are at higher risk of the following: Obesity High blood pressure Diabetes Heart disease Frequent mental … Read More
Is your cold stealing your sleep? For most people, the answer is YES. Accept that when you have a cold that you will not sleep as well. This is natural. It is also frustrating. Sleep Tip #18: Minimize the frustration … Read More
My father is in hospice. I visited him at hospice for a few days and then had to return home. I knew this may be the last time with him. I paused. I let him know how much I care. … Read More
Today is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is a day of reflection for us all. One great lesson that Dr. King can teach all of us is to go to bed … Read More
