Love, Happiness and Success with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby Sleep Like a Pro: Secrets for Better Nights and Brighter Days | E439
How are you really sleeping these days? Be honest—are you waking up feeling refreshed, or is it more like dragging yourself out of bed and powering through the day on fumes? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Sleep is a huge part of feeling like your best self, but it’s so easy to overlook.
In this podcast episode, I’m sitting down with my friend, Dr. Michelle Okun, a health psychologist and sleep scientist. We’re talking about how sleep impacts literally everything—your mood, your stress levels, your health, and even your energy. We’re diving into the science of why sleep matters and the simple things you can do to feel like your best self again. Don’t worry, your sleep helpline is here!
So, grab a cup of tea, cozy up, and let’s talk about how to get the rest you need to feel amazing. You deserve this! 💖
Timestamps:
- 00:00 – Tired and Stressed? Let’s Fix That!
- 00:41 – Meet Dr. Michelle Okun
- 02:12 – The Surprising Ways Sleep Impacts Your Life
- 06:48 – Stress, Cortisol, and Sleep
- 09:56 – How Stress Keeps You Awake (and How to Fix It)
- 19:42 – Common Causes of Sleep Issues
- 23:40 – When to Consider a Sleep Study
- 32:09 – Practical Sleep Tips That Actually Work
- 50:08 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
- 53:50 – Resources to Improve Your Life
I hope this podcast was as helpful for you as it was for me. I learned so much from Dr. Okun! If you’re ready to take the next step or just curious about what might be holding you back—whether it’s sleep-related or just something in your overall wellness—check out my free What’s Holding You Back? Quiz.
Gaining clarity and self-awareness around the places in my life where I needed some extra love and attention was a huge game changer for me. This quiz will give you the same insights so you can start taking steps to thrive in your life.
If you have questions or want to chat with me more about this, I’d love for you to join me for this week’s livestream on Thursday at 12 PM MT on Instagram and YouTube! I’m diving even deeper into how to improve your sleep and answering your questions live.
Oh, and don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell! I’m here every week sharing insights and resources with you so you can achieve the love, happiness, and success that you deserve. Let’s figure this out together, friend!
Xoxo
PS: If you know someone who’s running on empty and could use this advice, send this podcast their way. Sleep is life-changing, and we all deserve to wake up feeling amazing! 😴✨