10% Happier with Dan Harris How to Sleep Better | Diane Macedo
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Jul 17, 2023 Diane Macedo, an ABC News anchor and author of "The Sleep Fix," shares her personal journey to conquer insomnia. She discusses the critical importance of sleep and the misconceptions surrounding it. Discover effective strategies for improving sleep quality, from adjusting circadian rhythms to tackling anxiety. Macedo highlights the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and promotes drug-free alternatives to sleep medications. With practical solutions and insights, she challenges the idea that good sleep is unattainable.
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Light Therapy for Circadian Rhythm
- Address circadian rhythm issues with light therapy.
- Use a therapy light in the morning to simulate sunlight and regulate your body clock.
Conditioned Arousal
- Difficulty sleeping can lead to conditioned arousal, where the bed becomes associated with wakefulness and frustration.
- This is often overlooked in sleep advice and can worsen insomnia.
Constructive Worry
- Combat conditioned arousal with a 'brain dump' or worry list.
- Write down worries and next steps for solutions before bed to ease mental clutter.
