Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to talk to sleep and productivity expert Lindsay Scola. In this first part of a two-part conversation, we discuss why sleep is important and what can mess it up, and next week we'll look at some common (and less common) sleep disorders. If you're struggling to get the sleep you need to perform at your best, don't miss these episodes!

In this episode we discuss:

• Lindsay's personal journey and what got her interested in sleep science
• Why is sleep so important?
• Consequences of not getting enough sleep
• Practical tips for better sleep
• Figuring out your sleep chronotype
• Finding a good work/life balance

Resources:

• LindsayScola.com (https://www.lindsayscola.com/)
• LinkedIn: Lindsay Scola (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-scola/)
• Instagram: Lindsay Scola (https://www.instagram.com/lindsay.scola/)
• Let's Talk About Sleep (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/lets-talk-about-sleep/)
• The Importance of Sleep in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/the-importance-of-sleep-in-law-school/)
• How to Maximize Your Sleep (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-maximize-your-sleep/)

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-498-tips-for-better-rest-with-sleep-expert-lindsay-scola-part-1/)

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Alison & Lee