Insomnia Expert Explains: The Sleep Myth That Keeps You Awake with Dr. Colleen Carney

Dr. Colleen Carney, a leading expert in sleep and insomnia, explains why trying too hard to sleep can actually make insomnia worse. This conversation explores CBT-I, sleep anxiety, sleep myths, wakefulness at night, sleep trackers, melatonin, naps, and how trusting your body can support better sleep and mental wellbeing.#Insomnia #SleepMyths #CBTI #SleepAnxiety #SleepBetter #SleepHealth #MentalHealth #PauseToElevate You can contact Dr. Colleen Carney at:https://drcolleencarney.com/Books You Might Be Interested In:📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv📚  " Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/4vychye📚  "The Three Pillars of Zen" by Roshi Philip Kapleau - https://amzn.to/4vycr8O📚  "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/3TbX1bSNote:  We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel.  We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.  🌿 Stay ConnectedJoin our free newsletter for upcoming mindfulness sessions, retreats, programs, resources, and other opportunities:https://centreformindfulness.ca/About Pause to ElevateSubscribe to Pause to Elevate so you don't miss upcoming conversations about mindfulness, psychology, and human flourishing.DisclaimerContent provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is intended solely for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Although Dr. Al-Mashat is a Licensed Psychologist in British Columbia, Canada, viewing, listening to, or reading this content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. Please consult an appropriate health professionals regarding your individual circumstances.Full Disclaimer & Privacy:https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resourc...