Sleep Sober
Videos and Podcasts about the Importance of Sleep and Why it is a Crucial Part of Recovery for both the Addicted and their Families
We have included a substantial amount of information about sleep.
We hope you will take the time to watch the videos and read the articles because we believe that the lack of sleep majorly contributes to depression and anxiety, and puts you at risk for relapse.
For parents, a lack of sleep makes it difficult for you to deal with the added stress of mental health or addiction issues with your kids. So sleep for a mom is absolutely crucial.
If you have kids that are not getting adequate sleep they will be difficult to reason with and manage overall. Sleep deprivation is a serious issue that affects so many of us. There are many reasons why you or your children may not be sleeping well. We hope you take this subject seriously and do everything you can to improve your sleep and the sleep of your family members.
We hope you will take the time to watch the videos and read the articles because we believe that the lack of sleep majorly contributes to depression and anxiety, and puts you at risk for relapse.
For parents, a lack of sleep makes it difficult for you to deal with the added stress of mental health or addiction issues with your kids. So sleep for a mom is absolutely crucial.
If you have kids that are not getting adequate sleep they will be difficult to reason with and manage overall. Sleep deprivation is a serious issue that affects so many of us. There are many reasons why you or your children may not be sleeping well. We hope you take this subject seriously and do everything you can to improve your sleep and the sleep of your family members.
Sleep Videos
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(Video is about 5 minute)
"In the United States, it’s estimated that 30 percent of adults and 66 percent of adolescents are regularly sleep-deprived. This isn’t just a minor inconvenience: staying awake can cause serious bodily harm. Claudia Aguirre shows what happens to your body and brain when you skip sleep." (Video is about 5 minutes)
"Ever wonder how much sleep you or your family or children really need? Chronic sleep deprivation is a common problem through all ages. With it, comes a lot of chronic problems like depression, behavior issues, and accidents" (Video is about 9 minutes)
It discusses alcohol, marijuana, CBD, under sleeping, oversleeping, and contemplates whether you can make up sleep that you loss during the crazy night you had. It also sheds light on whether or not you should keep hitting that snooze button on your alarm. (Video is about 7 minutes)
"If you're anything like me, you've fine tuned your morning routine to get your day started on the right foot. But while we often focus on morning routines, our days are highly dependent on our sleep, and our sleep is largely influenced by our bedtime routines. Let's help you create an effective night routine. " (Video is about 14 minutes)
"It can be hard to fall asleep when you're anxious, and insomnia can make anxiety worse. But you can train your brain to worry less and to sleep better when you're anxious by using the skill of deliberate worry." |
(Video is about 6 minutes)
"Want to not only fall asleep quickly but also stay asleep longer? Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains how your room temperature, lighting and other easy-to-fix factors can set the stage for a better night's rest." (Video is under 5 minutes)
"Caffeine wakes you up, and alcohol makes you nod off, right? It's not that simple. Sleep scientist Matt Walker takes us into the eye-opening ways that these drinks affect the quantity and quality of our sleep." (Video is about 10 minutes)
Dr. Mike Hansen describes the stages of sleep including REM sleep, your circadian rhythms, and melatonin levels. "What is REM Sleep? How Much Sleep Do You Need? | Everything About Sleep When you wake up in the morning, how do you feel? (Video is about 3 hours)
The podcast "Sleep is Non-Negotiable" by Rich Roll interviews Dr. Matthew Walker. It is a long podcast but has really amazing information about sleep. Listen to it while driving to and from work, or when you have some downtime at home doing chores, etc. It is well worth the time! Rich Roll is also in recovery. (Video is under 14 minutes)
Natural Sleep Remedies is a video by Dr. Mona who worked as a pharmacist. She briefly discusses insomnia vs. difficulty sleeping and how you need sleep for any wellness goal you have. She explores natural sleep aids vs. over the counter or prescription meds. |
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*Sleep Matters is a long video (almost 2 hours) Listen to it at bed time or while driving in the car.
If your interest is starting to peak with the shorter videos you watched about sleep, then you will be excited about learning more science on sleep. |
(Video is under 4 minutes)
"How To Cure Insomnia Naturally Without Medication | Get Rid Of Sleeping Problems | Best Way To Sleep Better At Night...This weeks video is all about insomnia and how to treat it naturally without the use of medication. |
For more information on sleep, check out our sister site: www.thirsty2thrive.com (Coming Soon)
