EPISODE · Sep 21, 2023 · 12 MIN

Should I Wait Until I’m Sleepy to Go to Bed? | Ep 8

from Mind. Body. Sleep.® - Retrain Your Brain. Restore Your Sleep. Reclaim Your Life. · host Beth Kendall

The “sleepy rule” is a popular one. But does it always apply?In this episode I unpack the pros and cons behind waiting until you’re sleepy to go to bed.If you find yourself thinking:“Am I sleepy yet?” “Is this a good time to go to bed?”“Is this sleepy or just fatigue?”“What if I’m not sleepy enough?”This podcast is for you!I talk about:Chasing sleep and what that looks likeThe big idea behind waiting until you’re sleepy to go to bedHow the brain shifts into “monitoring mode” looking for sleepyHow it can become an unintentional means of avoidanceAt the very end, I share the recommendation l offer most of my clients and why I believe: “There are no rules when it comes to sleep. Only decisions.”Subscribe to The Mind. Body. Sleep.™ Podcast: Apple | Spotify | GoogleWork with Beth: 👉 Learn About the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship👉 Start the Free Insomnia Course HereFull Show Notes & Transcription HERE.🧡 Please rate and review the podcast on your favorite platform!!About Beth Kendall MA, FNTP: For decades, Beth struggled with the relentless grip of insomnia. After finally understanding insomnia from a mind-body perspective, she changed her relationship with sleep, and completely recovered. Liberated from the constant worry of not sleeping, she’s on a mission to help others recover as well. Her transformative program Mind. Body. Sleep.™ has been a beacon of light for hundreds of others seeking solace from sleepless nights. © 2023 - 2026 Beth KendallDISCLAIMER: The podcasts available on this website have been produced for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice. No person listening to and/or viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counseling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counseling. The Mind. Body. Sleep. Podcast expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site as there are no assurances as to any particular outcome.Mind. Body. Sleep.® with Beth Kendall is your trusted source for holistic insomnia recovery, blending neuroplasticity, nervous system health, and mind-body coaching to help you finally sleep again.

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