Are you a high achiever running on caffeine and 5 hours of sleep? Think again. In this enlightening episode, we’re joined by Dr. Catherine Darley—board-certified sleep specialist and psychologist—who dives deep into why peak performers need more sleep, not less. If you’ve ever believed that success requires sleep sacrifice, this episode will change your mind.

Before you grind out another late night, listen in: optimizing your sleep might be the smartest move for your productivity, mental clarity, and long-term success. This episode is packed with actionable sleep tips tailored specifically for high achievers looking to level up their game without burnout.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• Why high achievers often misunderstand sleep and its impact on performance
  
• How Dr. Darley overcame her own sleep struggles while building a career in academia and clinical psychology
  
• The link between achievement mindsets and insomnia
  
• Practical, science-backed sleep tips for high achievers
  
• What to do if your brain just won’t shut off at night
  

💬 Quote Highlight:
"Sleep is not a luxury—it’s a foundation for sustainable success." — Dr. Catherine Darley

🌐 Connect with Dr. Catherine Darley:

• Website: www.skilledsleeper.com
  
• Instagram: @skilledsleeper
  

Keypoints:
high achievers, sleep tips, sleep for high performers, sleep advice for success, sleep and productivity, how to sleep better as a high achiever

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