169. The Science of Women's Sleep: Why Better Rest Changes Your Brain, Mood and Life with Terry Cralle

Be honest, how many times have you pushed through exhaustion and told yourself you'll "catch up on sleep later?" This is something that is all too common. In this episode, Whitney sits down with sleep expert Terry Cralle to talk about why so many of us have been taught to ignore our bodies and treat sleep like it's optional. Terry shares how this mindset not only leaves us drained but also chips away at our mood, focus, and overall well-being.   Terry explains why sleep isn't just "nice to have," but a biological necessity that supports your brain, mood, memory, and long-term well-being. She shares the real science behind how sleep works, why you can't "make up for it" on weekends, and the simple habits that can dramatically improve your nightly rest. You'll hear simple changes that make nighttime rest easier, plus tips for tackling sleep debt, setting boundaries with your family around rest, and creating routines that feel realistic for busy women and moms.   Tune in now to hear Terry's wisdom and take the first step toward treating your sleep like the priority it truly is.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: Debunking the myth that less sleep equals more productivity How sleep helps with memory consolidation What happens to our bodies when we press the snooze button The cognitive clean-up process that happens when we sleep The best course of action to take when we don't get enough sleep Ways to avoid sleep debt when we know we may have to get less sleep Simple sleep habits you should start adopting   Join Back to Bright, a 1:1 personalized, four-week coaching experience where I'll guide you in creating sustainable rhythms of rest, joy, and self-connection.   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Terry: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | X | Book: Sleeping Your Way to the Top