Episode 8: Ahhh, sleep.

Embracing Sleep for Better HealthIn Episode 8 of 'Autoimmune Campfire,' hosts Helen and Nona delve into the significance of sleep for individuals living with chronic conditions. They share personal stories, discuss the impact of sleep on health and well-being, and explore methods to achieve better sleep quality. The episode touches on factors that affect sleep, such as pain, anxiety, and lifestyle choices, and offers practical tips for improving sleep hygiene. They also highlight the benefits of practices like Yoga Nidra and meditation. The conversation underscores the necessity of prioritizing rest and self-care for optimal health.00:00 Welcome to the Autoimmune Campfire00:40 Weekend Recap: Beach and Family Time01:47 The Anxiety of Medical Checkups02:50 The Importance of Sleep04:11 Sleep Issues in Autoimmune Conditions11:08 Personal Sleep Stories19:38 Tips for Better Sleep36:11 Closing Thoughts and Listener AppreciationThanks for listening to The Autoimmune Campfire! Subscribe for free to receive new episodes right to your inbox.Connect with usIf you want to learn more about who we are and what we do or to work with us, please check our respective websites:https://www.nonajordan.com/https://www.helensamsonmullen.comWe are delighted to work with our wonderful producer, Richard Wilmore athttps://www.makeyourdayricher.com/Here are resources that we reference in this episode:Why we sleep by Matthew Walker, PhD.Matthew Walker’s TED talk https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_sleep_is_your_superpower?subtitle=enNona’s yoga nidra:https://filedn.com/lF62cTjtorSXJlWX9RcxC6m/Substack%20Yoga%20Nidra%20October%2022.mp3ImogenRagone’s Alexander Technique:https://imogenragone.com Link to ‘CyCling’ with Ease to Down-regulate Stress and Trauma:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPANejLi24o This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theautoimmunecampfire.substack.com