Manage episode 519904093 series 2993661
We push past basic hygiene to a rigorous, trainable approach to sleep that blends environment, behavior, and measurement. From morning light and cold rooms to CBTI and HRV, we map a path to real restoration and weigh it against quick chemical fixes.
• morning outdoor light as circadian anchor
• strict bed and wake times to prevent social jet lag
• cool bedroom between 60 and 67°F
• reduce blue light and use noise masking at night
• CBTI pillars: stimulus control, sleep restriction, cognitive restructuring
• relaxation methods to lower arousal and improve onset
• cautions on melatonin, antihistamines, and sedatives affecting architecture
• wearables tracking HRV, resting heart rate, deep and REM
• smart alarms to reduce sleep inertia
• reframing insomnia as a behavioral learning challenge
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Chapters
1. Beyond Basic Sleep Hygiene (00:00:00)
2. Morning Light As A Circadian Anchor (00:00:51)
3. Weekend Consistency And Social Jet Lag (00:01:27)
4. Cold Bedrooms And Temperature Cues (00:02:11)
5. Screens, Blue Light, And Noise Masking (00:03:05)
6. CBTI: Training The Brain (00:03:50)
7. Stimulus Control And Sleep Restriction (00:04:20)
8. Cognitive Restructuring And Digital Access (00:05:21)
9. Relaxation Techniques That Downshift Arousal (00:06:18)
10. Melatonin, OTC Aids, And Trade‑offs (00:06:43)
11. Prescription Sedatives And Sleep Architecture (00:07:33)
12. Wearables, HRV, And Resting Heart Rate (00:08:03)
13. Smart Alarms And Active Sleep Projects (00:09:36)
14. Rigor, Training, And The Core Question (00:10:22)
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