79_Sleep: The Overlooked Secret to Emergency Preparedness

What if the biggest threat to your disaster readiness isn’t your gear… but your lack of sleep? In this episode of Disaster Class, Jason Perez and Wesley Long talk with Lori Oliver and Jill MacRae, co-founders of The Inactive Company, about why rest is one of the most overlooked tools in emergency preparedness. You’ll learn:Why sleep deprivation can impair judgment like alcohol 🚨The Sleep 7 Playbook: seven steps to train better sleep 🛌How to build your own sleep cave (dark, cool, quiet) 🌙Simple fixes for blue light, shift work, and family sleep challenges ☀️One small change you can try this week for better rest ✔️Whether you’re a first responder, shift worker, or just someone who wants to stay sharp under pressure, this episode will help you sleep better, think clearer, and be more prepared. 👉 Learn more about Lori & Jill’s work at inactiveco.com🔗 Sponsors & Partners🧢 Sawyer ProductsSawyer offers the most advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water, and injuries—everything from high-quality water filtration systems to insect repellents. Every purchase supports clean water programs for those in need, both in the U.S. and around the world, including disaster relief efforts.👉 Visit: https://www.sawyer.com🎲 EM Disaster GamingEmergency preparedness doesn’t have to be boring. EM Disaster Gaming brings emergency management training to life through interactive tabletop wargames like Wildfire Mayhem, created by a Certified Emergency Manager. These games are designed to teach coordination, decision-making, and disaster response in a fun and engaging way. Learn more today and level up your preparedness!  🌐 Visit EMDisasterGaming.com.🩸STOP THE BLEED® CoalitionUncontrolled bleeding is a leading cause of preventable death after injury. But in just one hour, you can learn three simple steps to save a life. The STOP THE BLEED® Coalition is a nonprofit organization formed to support and scale the national STOP THE BLEED® campaign, helping bring bleeding control training and tools to communities across the country. Find a class near you and to learn how you can get involved.  🌐 Visit:  StopTheBleedCoalition.org.🛡️ Instinct ReadyDisasterClass is proudly brought to you by Instinct Ready, dedicated to educating, preparing, and equipping communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive planning, and premium products.🎁 Get 10% off your order with code DISASTERCLASS📞 Call: (845) 244-6360🌐 Visit: https://www.instinctready.com