Ep 32: Mastering Your Sleep with Irina Macare

📱 Send Us a Text Message! We’d love to hear from you! Please include your name and email address so we can reply. Don’t worry — this won’t sign you up for our email list. We’ll only use your info to respond to your question.In this episode of Reset Recharge, host Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia, a triple board certified endocrinologist, discusses with special guest Irina Macare, a sleep coach. Irina shares her personal journey from an IT engineer to a sleep expert after battling severe insomnia, which ultimately led her to develop the DREAM Sleep Coaching Method. Throughout the conversation, they delve into sleep hygiene, quality versus quantity of sleep, and the critical importance of a consistent sleep schedule and light exposure. Irina also distinguishes between cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in managing sleep issues. The episode provides actionable tips for better sleep and guidance on when to seek medical evaluation for sleep disorders.Connect with me:TikTokInstagramEastside Menopause & MetabolismConnect with Irina:InstagramLinkedInIrina Macare Sleep CoachingAudio Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Reset Recharge01:00 Meet Our Special Guest: Irina Macare01:56 Irina's Journey to Sleep Coaching04:26 The Birth of a Sleep Coach08:15 Understanding CBTI and ACT for Insomnia12:27 Defining Sleep Wellness and Quality17:06 The DREAM Sleep Coaching Method20:13 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection20:30 The Importance of Sleep and Building a Foundation21:00 Maintaining Sleep Habits for Long-Term Success22:48 Creating a Consistent Sleep Schedule25:59 The Role of Light Exposure in Sleep28:40 Recognizing When Sleep Issues Need Medical Attention32:26 Irina's Personal Journey with Sleep37:01 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with IrinaThanks for listening. Find more info about Clearly Hormonal on the website or Instagram.