Ep. 16: Why Women Struggle With Sleep | Mollie Eastman
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Struggling with insomnia, anxiety, or disrupted sleep patterns? You’re not alone. In this episode, Mollie Eastman shares her journey from chronic insomnia to founding Sleep Is a Skill. Learn the science behind sleep anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI), and why mainstream sleeping pills might be doing more harm than good. Discover practical strategies to optimize your sleep, boost your energy, and enhance your overall health.
🔹 The hidden dangers of sleeping pills & long-term dependencies
🔹 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) vs. sleeping pills
🔹 How anxiety and stress fuel sleep disorders
🔹 Practical strategies for better sleep, even with a busy lifestyle
🔹 Why consistent wake-up times can transform your circadian rhythm
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🔑 KEY TOPICS 🔑
The role of anxiety and stress in chronic insomnia
CBTI as a first-line treatment for sleep disorders
How social jet lag disrupts your circadian rhythm
Hidden sleep disorders affecting women’s health
Natural ways to optimize sleep without medication
🕐 TIMESTAMPS 🕐
[00:00] Introduction: Insomnia and the struggle for sleep
[05:15] Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs. Sleeping Pills
[12:30] Anxiety, stress, and sleep disorders
[22:10] The power of consistent wake-up times
[30:20] Social jet lag and its impact on health
[42:05] Practical tips for optimizing sleep
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Guest: Mollie Eastman
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Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/
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