Why You’re Still Tired After 8 Hours: Unlocking the Secrets of Quality Sleep
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Ever wake up feeling exhausted despite a full night in bed? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation, sleep specialist Dr. Bajoi John reveals why quality sleep might be your most underutilized superpower.
Drawing from his experience treating over 50,000 patients, Dr. John dismantles the myth that sleeping less equals achieving more. "You can do more by sleeping more," he explains, challenging our hustle-focused culture with scientific evidence about how proper rest enhances every aspect of our lives.
The discussion explores Dr. John's practical SLEEP-NOW method—a comprehensive framework anyone can implement tonight. From creating the perfect bedroom environment (65-70°F, dark, and electronics-free) to mental techniques that quiet racing thoughts, each strategy addresses common barriers to restorative sleep.
Whether you're struggling with persistent insomnia or simply want to optimize your sleep quality, this conversation offers actionable wisdom to transform your nights and, consequently, your days. Ready to harness your sleep superpower? This episode is your comprehensive guide.
Bio
Dr. Bijoy John, a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, is a leading sleep specialist based in Nashville, TN. As the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America, he provides both in-person and virtual consultations, using cutting-edge diagnostics, home testing, and comprehensive treatment plans for children and adults with a wide range of sleep disorders.
He is also the founder of Sleep Fix Academy, an online platform offering courses, podcasts, and resources designed to help individuals improve their sleep quality naturally and effectively.
In addition to is clinical work, Dr. John serves as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. He is a respected member of the American Academy of Chest Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Dr. John has been widely recognized for his expertise, including being named one of the Top 100 Physicians in Nashville by My Nashville magazine in 2022 and receiving the Top Sleep Specialist award from Nashville Lifestyles magazine for six consecutive years. Most recently, he was featured in Marquis Who’s Who as one of the Top Sleep Physicians for 2023–2024.
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Chapters
1. Intro and Nap Benefits (00:00:00)
2. The Vibe Living Podcast Welcome (00:01:35)
3. Sleep Quality Indicators (00:02:49)
4. Bedroom Environment and Technology (00:05:20)
5. The SLEEP-NOW Method Explained (00:09:33)
6. How Sleep Affects Your Health (00:13:51)
7. Sleep Fix Academy and Holistic Solutions (00:17:43)
8. Sleep, Naps, and Weight Management (00:22:11)
9. Closing and Book Recommendation (00:26:02)
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