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Sleep - it's the foundation of everything we do, yet so many of us struggle with it night after night. In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Grojean, founder of Baloo Living, who discovered a scientifically-backed solution for better sleep quality while on a life-changing sabbatical in Bali.

As someone who was initially skeptical about weighted blankets (I'm a hot sleeper who likes to be "free" in bed), I was amazed to learn about the real science behind deep pressure touch stimulation and how it automatically triggers our body's relaxation response.

In this conversation, you'll discover:

• How weighted blankets work through deep pressure touch to instantly reduce cortisol and increase serotonin
• The shocking truth about sleeping surrounded by synthetic materials and how it affects your health
• Real research results showing 27% improvement in sleep onset and 92% sleep efficiency
• Why this one-time investment beats expensive supplements for long-term sleep improvement
• The unexpected ways weighted blankets can help with stress management beyond just bedtime

Elizabeth shares her journey from burned-out professional to wellness entrepreneur, and I share my own surprising experience testing out a weighted blanket for the first time.

Learn more about Baloo Living and get 10% off with code NATE10 at: https://balooliving.com

Chapters

01:38 The Journey to Creating Baloo Living

05:36 Understanding Weighted Blankets

10:08 The Science Behind Weighted Blankets

11:51 Sleep Study Results and Benefits

15:13 Addressing Common Concerns

18:18 How to Get Started with Weighted Blankets

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