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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 46 MIN

Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell: Why You’re Tired Even When You Sleep

from The ALWELLCO Podcast · host Andy and Lauren

Sleep isn’t just about what happens at night, it’s a 24-hour process.In this episode, sleep expert Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell breaks down why so many of us feel exhausted even when we’re “functioning,” and what’s really happening in our bodies when we push through poor sleep. From the hidden effects of cortisol and adrenaline to the role sleep plays in metabolism, performance, and long-term health, this conversation reframes sleep as the foundation, not the afterthought of wellness.We dive into:Why waking up at the same time matters more than going to bed at the same timeThe surprising role your morning routine plays in your sleep qualityHow stress and “sleep anxiety” keep you awake (even when you're exhausted)The real impact of caffeine, alcohol, and light exposurePractical tools to fall asleep faster and get back to sleep when you wake upPlus, Dr. Holliday-Bell shares simple, high-impact changes you can start tonight.If you’ve ever said “I can function on 5 hours,” this episode will change how you think about sleep, and your health.Find more of Dr. Holliday-Bell's work here: https://thesolutionissleep.comHer book, Sleeping on the Job here: https://www.amazon.com/Sleeping-Job-Strategies-Workplace-Performance/dp/B0CCCMRJFG

Sleep isn’t just about what happens at night, it’s a 24-hour process.In this episode, sleep expert Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell breaks down why so many of us feel exhausted even when we’re “functioning,” and what’s really happening in our bodies when we push through poor sleep. From the hidden effects of cortisol and adrenaline to the role sleep plays in metabolism, performance, and long-term health, this conversation reframes sleep as the foundation, not the afterthought of wellness.We dive into:Why waking up at the same time matters more than going to bed at the same timeThe surprising role your morning routine plays in your sleep qualityHow stress and “sleep anxiety” keep you awake (even when you're exhausted)The real impact of caffeine, alcohol, and light exposurePractical tools to fall asleep faster and get back to sleep when you wake upPlus, Dr. Holliday-Bell shares simple, high-impact changes you can start tonight.If you’ve ever said “I can function on 5 hours,” this episode will change how you think about sleep, and your health.Find more of Dr. Holliday-Bell's work here: https://thesolutionissleep.comHer book, Sleeping on the Job here: https://www.amazon.com/Sleeping-Job-Strategies-Workplace-Performance/dp/B0CCCMRJFG

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Sleep isn’t just about what happens at night, it’s a 24-hour process.In this episode, sleep expert Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell breaks down why so many of us feel exhausted even when we’re “functioning,” and what’s really happening in our bodies when we...

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