[128] - Sleep - Part 3 - How to get back to sleep after waking

Text me what you thought of the show 😊Are sleepless nights leaving you flustered? Fear not, because Roger Sutherland is here to guide you through the shadowy world of nocturnal awakenings with practical advice tailored for those tangled in the web of shift work. With a dual hat as a Nutritionist and Law Enforcement Officer, I bring firsthand experience to the struggles of syncing sleep patterns with irregular schedules. This episode is a treasure trove of evidence-based tactics for reclaiming the night, from understanding the tug-of-war between sleep pressure and circadian rhythm to reshaping your environment to foster deep, restorative sleep. Discover how the strategic timing of meals and caffeine can make a monumental difference and why your bedroom might just need a detox from tech-induced insomnia.When the sandman plays hard to get, and you find yourself staring at the ceiling, I'll unveil why retreating from the covers and settling into a monotonous activity could be your ticket back to dreamland. In the labyrinth of nighttime disturbances, I light the way with techniques like diaphragmatic breathing that beckon the body's relaxation response, and I also tackle the dark corners where nightmares lurk, offering tools such as guided imagery and journaling to defang these nocturnal beasts. Learn why your smartphone might be the sleep thief in disguise and how to banish the habit of clock-watching that feeds into sleep anxiety. This episode isn't just about getting more Z's—it's about transforming your nights to revolutionize your days.Support the show----------------------------Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capabilityWebsite: https://ahealthyshift.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherlandInstagram: @a_healthy_shift___________________Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death._______________________