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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 10 MIN

266: Insomnia, Anxiety and Depression: The Hidden Link No One Talks About

from The Sleep Detective podcast: why you can't sleep and how to fix it · host Martha Lewis

Sign up for the Complete Sleep Solution Program here (https://l.bttr.to/9LmUt) or talk to me first by scheduling a consultation (https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs).In this episode, I break down why insomnia, anxiety, and depression aren't actually causing each other, they're coming from the same place in the body, and I walk you through my client Kerry's story to show you exactly how this plays out.You'll learn:Why your body releases cortisol at night and what that has to do with feeling wired instead of sleepyThe surprising connection between your gut and your moodWhy neurotransmitter imbalances can look exactly like anxiety or depressionHow hormones affect sleep and mood in both men and women, not just women going through menopauseThe hidden toxin exposure that can quietly disrupt both your brain and your sleepKerry's story, including years of failed treatments and what finally worked once we found what was actually going on in her body00:00 Insomnia Not In Your Head00:44 Kerry’s Breaking Point01:59 The Real Root Causes02:36 Stress Cortisol Spiral03:49 Gut Pathogens At Night05:01 Program And Testing Offer05:32 Neurotransmitter Depletion06:10 Hormones And Menopause07:25 Toxins Mold And Liver09:15 Kerry’s Recovery Rollercoaster09:53 Wrap Up And Next Steps

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