REAL TALK ABOUT SLEEP: What The Internet Says vs. Real Life

Let’s talk about sleep beyond the checklists and ideal routines. In this Season 3 finale, I’m walking you through what the internet says should work for better sleep... and what actually holds up when you're juggling work, parenting, hormones, and a busy brain that doesn’t always shut off on cue. You’ll hear how I apply (or adapt) classic sleep strategies in real life, and the mental health tools I lean on when the plan doesn’t go perfectly. We’ll also talk about why sleep matters for your mood, stress levels, and emotional regulation, and how your daytime habits shape your nighttime rest. If sleep has felt like one more thing you’re “not doing right,” this episode is for you. 🎧 Topics include: • The classic top 10 sleep tips, broken down realistically • What actually disrupts or supports my sleep as a psychiatrist and working mom • The neuroscience of sleep and emotional regulation • What to try when stress or ideas keep you up • My personal go-to tools: brain dumps, screen boundaries, and the body-mind-environment check-in You don’t need a perfect routine to rest. Let’s find what works in your world.