The Sleep Paradox: Why Trying to Sleep Makes It Harder | Ep 33

In this throwback episode, Sleep Science Academy founder Devin Burke shares a holistic framework for understanding and overcoming sleep issues by addressing the nervous system, mind, body, and spirit connections.• Sleep is a natural biological process that happens when we remove barriers, not something we can force or control• Quality and quantity of sleep are both important, with individual needs varying based on age, lifestyle, and chronotype• Poor sleep affects hormone regulation, cognitive function, emotional stability, and even physical health• The "Three P Patterns" that keep people stuck in insomnia: perfectionism, problem-solving mindset, and putting sleep on a pedestal• Sleep pressure and circadian rhythm are the two main systems controlling sleep, with napping potentially disrupting sleep pressure• Creating anxiety around sleep by trying supplements, perfect environments, or special routines can backfire• Most sleep hacks and trends (like lettuce water) miss the fundamental point that acceptance and releasing expectations are keyFor more information about Devin Burke and his sleep programs, visit Sleep Science Academy or find him on YouTube and Instagram @devinburkewellness.Your home should help you heal—not hold you back. If you’re ready to explore how your environment could be impacting your energy, mood, sleep, and overall wellness, you’re in the right place. The Health Starts at Home Podcast is here to help you rethink health from the inside out—starting with where you live.Curious about your symptoms or feeling “off” at home? My free Body Wisdom Journal is still available and now includes prompts to help you track not just food and mood—but also your environment. Because sometimes, it’s not you... it’s your house. → Download Your Free Body Wisdom Journal HereConnect with me on Instagram @hollyjean.healthandhome for real life, red flags, and wellness real estate tips you won’t hear anywhere else.New episodes drop regularly - subscribe, share, and leave a review if this show speaks to you.Because health starts at home—and yes, that includes yours.© 2024 Holly Jean Mullen