Suzy Reading | Sleep Better, Stress Less, and Love Winter

In this enlightening episode of Two Women Chatting, Michelle is joined by psychologist, author and wellbeing expert Suzy Reading to share her top tips for improving sleep and embracing the winter season. Suzy offers practical advice on how to prioritise self-care, create a sleep-friendly routine and even find joy in the colder, darker months. From yoga nidra to gut health, Suzy explains how these often-overlooked factors can make a world of difference in how we sleep and thrive.Key Insights: 🎙️Selfishness vs. Self-Advocacy: Suzy discusses the misconception of selfishness when it comes to prioritising personal wellbeing. She explains the importance of advocating for yourself and taking time to rest and recharge, particularly when it comes to sleep.🎙️The Power of Consistency in Sleep Hygiene: A regular sleep routine is crucial for good rest. Suzy shares unexpected tips, like incorporating muscle relaxation exercises and practising yoga nidra, to help calm your mind and body before bed.🎙️Gut Health and Its Impact on Sleep: Gut health plays a significant role in your overall wellbeing and sleep quality. Suzy explains how what you eat and when you eat can affect your rest, offering practical advice on improving gut health for better sleep.🎙️Surviving and Thriving in Winter: Winter doesn’t have to be something we just “get through.” Suzy introduces the concept of going into “hibernation mode” as a way to embrace the season, with tips for creating cozy, restful routines that help you not only survive but thrive during the colder months.Enjoyed this episode? We’d love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a line at [email protected] and leave us a review on your favourite podcast platform.Episode Resources:Suzy Reading’s New Book: Self-Care For Winter – Learn how to care for your body, mind, and spirit throughout the winter months.Follow Suzy on Instagram: @SuzyReading for more tips on wellbeing and self-care.Connect with Us: 🌟 Website: TwoWomenChatting.com 📸 Instagram: @michelleford_twc 🐦 Twitter/X: @ChattingTwo 📘 Facebook: Two Women Chatting 📺 YouTube: TwoWomenChattingTune in for this insightful episode, Top Tips on Sleep and Finding the Bright Side of Winter, and learn how to create restful routines, prioritise your wellbeing, and discover joy even during the winter months.sleep, midlife, challenges, caring, nurturing, modern life, stimulation, busyness, self-care, relaxation, consistency, regularity, rest, wakefulness, diet, gut health, exercise, yoga, calming practices, HRT, probiotics, magnesium spray, rest, self-care, winter👉 Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and share it with a friend who could use a little midlife magic.Explore the 'midlife library' at www.twowomenchatting.comConnect with Michelle at [email protected] for collaborations, ideas, and comments! Remember to rate, review, and share our show to join the laughter-filled conversation about midlife empowerment and beyond...Follow Michelle on Instagram at @michelleford_twc or Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.