sleeptrust podcast: Recent Episodes
Michael Hildebrandt
In this podcast as we uncover why going solo in your quest for better sleep often backfires. Learn the pitfalls of lone-wolf strategies and discover how support, structure, and science can transform your sleep journey.
In this episode of the Sleep Trust Podcast, we explore the top three mistakes that hinder sleep improvement. Learn how to avoid these pitfalls and set yourself up for restful, restorative sleep.
If you've ever taken sleeping pills, thought about trying them, or feel stuck relying on them, this episode is for you. Discover the truth about what sleeping pills really offer, the side effects they come with, and healthier, long-lasting alternatives like CBTi and the Sleep Trust Sleep Map. Tune in to learn how to fix the root causes of your sleep troubles and get back to natural, high-quality rest!
In this episode, I discussed how to stop battling with a restless mind and instead, learn to befriend it for a peaceful night’s sleep. Discover three simple steps to become aware of your thoughts, take responsibility for your sleep, and find the right techniques to calm your mind. Plus, a bonus tip on how to approach bedtime with the intention to rest.
In this week's episode, we delve into the highly debated topic of melatonin: the top sleep supplement on everyone's radar. But does it truly deliver its promises? Join us as we uncover the science behind melatonin, its role as the "sleep hormone," and how it influences our body's internal clock. From its production in the pineal gland to its sensitivity to blue light, we explore what you need to know before incorporating melatonin into your sleep routine. Tune in to gain valuable insights and make informed decisions about optimizing your sleep quality.
In this week's episode of the Sleeptrust Podcast, we go through into the prevalent issue of sleep anxiety. We'll explore the physiological and psychological mechanisms that contribute to this condition and discuss effective strategies to manage it. You'll learn about simple yet powerful tools and a crucial mindset shift that can help alleviate the pressure and fear often associated with sleep, paving the way for more restful nights. Join us as we unpack these insights and offer practical steps towards overcoming sleep anxiety.
Are you trading sleep for the illusion of productivity, only to find both your well-being and efficiency plummeting? In this eye-opening episode, we unravel the sleep-productivity paradox and introduce a transformative triangular model that harmonizes sleep, productivity, and well-being like never before. For a hands-on experience, don't miss downloading and utilizing the Sleep Scorecard today. >> https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/sleepscorecard_lm_np <
Embrace the transformative connection between quality sleep and mental resilience. Discover how prioritizing sleep can fortify your mental health and empower you to face life's challenges head-on. Don't miss out this week's podcast and let's begin your journey to better sleep and a stronger mind.Download the Sleeptrust Sleepmap here: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/sleepmap_lm_np
Are you teetering on the edge of using sleeping pills to finally get some rest? Hold on and tune in to episode #146 of the Sleeptrust Podcast! Together we dive into the very real frustrations many face when desperate for a good night's sleep and why pills should not be your go-to solution. Utilizing the Sleeptrust Sleepmap, this episode provides actionable steps, rooted in sleep science, to naturally reclaim your sleep and your life. Don't let your bed become a battleground—find out how to regain peaceful nights and vibrant days. Start sleeping well: xconnect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/
Napping is a controversial topic when it comes to insomnia. If you have sleeping problems it might be worth trying napping anyway. In this episode I discuss the advantages of naps for your nocturnal sleep and what you should consider when it comes to napping.
Join me in this podcast as we discuss the sleep trackers' role in improving sleep. We'll cover their benefits, from raising accountability to helping build a solid foundation for better sleep. Beyond raw data, we'll also explore the importance of a balanced / distanced engagement with this data. Learn to become a sleep scientist, playfully identifying what works for you. Tune in and let's navigate towards better sleep together.#SleepTrackers #BetterSleepjoin me in the next - sleep recovery workshop: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Are you ready to take control of your sleep? In this episode, you'll discover the ultimate recipe for a restful night, focusing on the essential ingredients often overlooked when trying to improve sleep. Say goodbye to common mistakes and useless #sleeptips and embrace the key components of a truly rejuvenating sleep experience. Unleash the power of #deepsleep, conquer #sleepstruggles, and master the art of #sleepcontrol. This personal and valuable guide will help you whip up the perfect sleep recipe tailored just for you. Listen now and embark on your journey towards a more restful and satisfying slumber.Want to improve your sleep now? Take your sleep to the next level. Don’t forget to sign up for the next Sleep Recovery Workshop (online and free) here: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistjoin me in the next - sleep recovery workshop: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Are you seeking the key to falling asleep quickly? In this episode I delve into the realm of sleep and the fine line between what's within our control and what's not. Unravel the secret to effortlessly drifting off as we explore the fascinating world of unconscious processes. In this episode, I share a simple yet powerful method to manage what's within our control, ultimately leading to natural, restorative sleep. Tune in and transform your bedtime routine, elevating your overall well-being and join the journey to better sleep today.Want to improve your sleep now? Take your sleep to the next level. Don’t forget to sign up for the next Sleep Recovery Workshop (online and free) here: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistjoin me in the next - sleep recovery workshop: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
In a recent survey I did in the Insomnia Support Group Stress was the #1 cause of insomnia. So the question arises: “What can we do to de-stress effectively?”. Here are the dos and don’ts to de-stress using the proven body, nutrition and mind categories. Let’s put together your bedtime de-stress prescription and sleep well even if the day was tense, challenging or exciting. join me in the next - sleep recovery workshop: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/srw-waitinglistsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Thinking that sleeping tablets are the only solution when it comes to long term sleeping problems? Turns out that CBT-i is mostly more effective in the long term. So today we will have a look at this powerful toolset. We’ll create an understanding of what CBT-i (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia) is and what tools might resonate to you when it comes to improving your sleep. pts sleepmap: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/np-sleep-mapsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Do you know what round about 50% of the insomnia support group see responsible for their bad sleep? Well, after listening to this episode you will and - even better - you’ll have proven strategies to get rid of the top two causes of bad sleep (according to the insomnia group members). Meanwhile, you might want to grab the opportunity to connect with like minded people. So, stop struggling with sleep on your own and join the Insomnia Support Group on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/InsomniaSG) to feel understood and get strategies that work for you. Thousands of people are waiting here to connect and be there for you and your sleep!Insomnia Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/InsomniaSG14 day free sleep coaching: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/pts-sleepsleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Cutting down on your sleep to get more work done? It can be very intriguing to cut down on our sleep or things that are good for our well-being to get stuff done. Unfortunately the side effects are massive and the result is a drop in productivity (this is true even if you think that you are getting more done!). Today we’ll walk through the exact steps to make you move from feeling overworked and sleep-deprived to feeling rested, energized and motivated. Side effect here… You’ll get more done than ever before and feel motivated and energized doing so! Also, don’t forget to apply for the 14 day free coaching (link below) to implement everything we went through in the podcast and much more!
Full Podcast: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-and-health-through-overworking/ 14 day free sleep coaching: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/performance-through-sleep sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Shift work often goes along with bad sleep or even insomnia. Depending on the study up to 40% of shift workers suffer from insomnia. And that does not even mean that the other 60% are getting the sleep quality they need to feel energized and healthy. Though shift working will always have some kind of impact on our body clock, there are a lot of things that we can do to minimize the effect that shift working has on our sleep. Today we’ll dive into the most effective and applicable ones together. Also check out the opportunity to get access to14 days of free sleep coaching at present: www.sleeptrut.eu/Prevent-Shift-Work-Causing-Insomnia/
14 day free sleep coaching: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/performance-through-sleep sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Feeling fatigued during the day? Waking up several times at night? Not feeling refreshed once you get up? A major contributor to these symptoms is a confused body clock. Time autonomy, electricity, and modern lifestyle, in general, are all big potential contributors to this phenomenon. Good news. We can take some simple steps to reset our body clock. And today I’ll walk you through them. If you need help to implement this…apply for the 14-day free coaching: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/performance-through-sleep.
Trying to increase sleep can easily become an overwhelming and exhausting experience. In this week’s episode, we will walk through a proven system to increase sleep quality with joy. On top of that, it includes your invite to join the (FREE) 1-day sleep challenge. If you like this episode you will love the challenge. But…are you in?
Also check out: Join the FREE #1 Day Sleep Challenge here: https://www.sleeptrust.eu this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/2-minute-meditation sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Once sleep has turned bad on us our sleep schedule is the first thing we want to have a look at. Modern lifestyle has many things that can eventually break our sleep schedule. No matter if it’s your work, netflix or any other outside source of disruption. Today we are going to fix our sleep schedule. Getting the timing right, applying basic morning and evening rules and spicing it with regularity. Don’t forget to download your free version of the chronobar to help you set up your personal sleep schedule in the shownote.
Also check out: this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/broken-sleep-schedule sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Sleep trackers are omnipresent. Devices like the Apple watch, the Oura ring ,and the Withings scanwatch are bestsellers. But are they really helpful when it comes to raising our sleep quality? Today I walk through the basic types of sleep trackers and what information you can expect to get from them. Furthermore AND even more important - we’ll discuss if the information you get from your device will help YOU to sleep better…or maybe even do the opposite!
Don’t forget to claim your spot to access 2 weeks of free Sleep & Performance coaching (FULL ACCESS!). https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/pts-course-beta
Also check out:
this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-trackers/ sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Most people working on sleeping better focus on things they can do to improve their sleep. The one sleep tip that finally works. But the truth is that working on our sleep is more like building a house. We need to take care of the foundation and also build the roof to have success. Today I’m going to give you clarity on what it really takes to create predictable sleep results.
Here is your link to request two weeks FULL ACCESS to the PTS coaching system: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/pts-course-beta (no strings attached - not even a credit card required)
Not going to bed on time can have massive negative effects on us. That said - the reasons why we stay up at night are important. We want to wind down and spend some time doing joyful things. Unfortunately, our decisions here are often poor choices. Watching TV, playing with our iPads, or working hard. Today we’ll have a look at how we can structure our days to get both. The “me-time” we seek and the bedtime we need. Let’s start to feel good in our evenings and have all the energy we need to thrive the next day!
Also, check out:
habits simp³lifier download: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/np-habits-simplifier this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-procrastination/ sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
One of the biggest issues finding back to superb sleep is building new habits. It starts with the information overwhelm involved and moves on to a missing simple - yet actionable - system to implement new sleep habits. As a result, this leads to failure and frustration (and continuously bad sleep) which are widely unnecessary. Today we’ll walk through the 5 pillars to speed up and joy-ify the process of sleep habit creation. Also, check out:
habits simp³lifier download: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/habits-simplifier this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/5-pillars-to-build-effective-sleep-habits/ sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Have you ever tried to Manifest Sleep into your life? This is a HOT topic! Not widely promoted, but absolutely powerful. Today we’ll walk through the #4 Secret Steps that will let you break free and manifest high quality sleep into your life with joy!
Don’t miss out on this one.
Also check out:
Download your copy of the Habits Simp³lifier: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/habits-simplifier the show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/manifest-sleep/
sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ invite to facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
When outside demands build up it’s easy to fall into the trap of cutting down on sleep. Even though this might be ok on occasion the effects over longer periods of time are devastating. The side effects not only impact our health but are also the #1 reason for a broken work-life balance. This week we discuss the side effects and 6 clear steps to return to a healthy Work-Life-Sleep balance.
Also, check out: the P³roductivity Launch Map: https://energy.sleeptrust.eu/np-productivity-launchmap the show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-deprivation-can-destroy-your-work-life-balance
sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ invite to facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/When outside demands build up it’s easy to fall into the trap of cutting down on sleep. Even though this might be ok on occasion the effects over longer periods of time are devastating. The side effects not only impact our health but are also the #1 reason for a broken work-life balance. This week we discuss the side effects and 6 clear steps to return to a healthy Work-Life-Sleep balance.
Also check out:
the P³roductivity Launch Map: the show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/master-productivity-and-sleep/
sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ invite to facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Working at home can be a great thing. But it can also come with a couple of pitfalls when it comes to our sleep and productivity rates. In this episode, we’ll discuss the most important things (environment, rituals) we need to tackle to ensure that working at home will let us feel and sleep great and even improve our productivity. Also, check out:
this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/master-productivity-and-sleep sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Looking backward, sleeping the recommended 7-9 hours has been classified as a luxury in wide circles of business professionals. With fatal results. Constantly increasing number of burnouts are only the tip of the iceberg. Today I cover what you want to do to reach peak performance feeling healthy & energized. Also check out:
this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/performance-through-sleep/ sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
When it comes to business we are constantly looking for improvements in our productivity. For long years the main mantra was to sleep less and work more. Today we are going to look at how doing the opposite will help us to skyrocket productivity. Utilizing naps is the new productivity hack and I am going to walk you through how you want to do this the right way. Also check out:
this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/napping-can-boost-your-productivity/ sleeptrust on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ special facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
It doesn’t matter if you are growing a business, working as a coach or consultant or building your career. Cutting down on sleep can become a serious issue and is often the beginning of a breaking work-life balance. Instead of following the urge to work more, you should be looking for smarter and durable solutions. Protecting your sleep is the foundation for any form of work-life balance :
show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/work-life-balance-through-better-sleep instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/performancethroughsleep/
Well, we all kind of know that sleep is important. Having a better understanding of what sleep means for our mental and physical health can be a great motivator. And this is why most people fail to take the appropriate action. So get informed and motivated to sleep well again! Also check out the show notes and our social media channels:
show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/why-sleep-is-important/ youtube: https://youtu.be/2NU0vXXP4_k instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/346504379932331
Working on falling asleep fast is like trying to get out of QuickSand by moving fast. Yet - if we have problems falling asleep there are things that we should consider. So let’s walk through the does and don'ts today. I’ll also share my top tips for fast sleep with you. Get more information by checking out the show notes and the sleeptrust social media channels:
show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/fall-asleep-fast/ FREE Sleep Checklist: http://bit.ly/3bWfUYv youtube: https://youtu.be/SnKNbiBrWRQ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/346504379932331
Neck or back pain in the morning or simply feeling sleepy even though you got a decent amount of sleep? This could be a sign that you should be giving your sleep position a closer look. Did you know that the right sleep position can even have a positive impact on snoring? Get more information by checking out the show notes and the sleeptrust social media channels:
show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/what-sleep-position-is-best/ youtube: https://youtu.be/pb2bMwuXS8Q instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/346504379932331
Talking about the relationship between mental disorders and our sleep is fundamental. Up to 75% of people that suffer from a mental disorder also suffer from bad sleep. That both go hand in hand can be a tremendous opportunity though. Check out this week’s episode to find out how working on your sleep can actually also benefit your mental health. Get more information by checking out the show notes and the sleeptrust social media channels:
show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-affects-our-mental-health youtube: https://youtu.be/LGM1aXoDSo4 instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleeptrust/ facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/346504379932331
We all love to feel comfy. Nice, warm, and cozy. But what if we need a certain degree of pain to be able to feel the joy. What if we should be seeking discomfort to enable us to change things for the better. Today we are going to take a new angle on things that will help you to do the right things with ease in the future. Get more information in this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/seeking-discomfort-will-let-you-sleep-better/
An important aspect of returning to high-quality sleep is to keep motivated to change things for the better. Therefore it is essential to understand how our motivation system works. Looking at the two core drivers (fear, desire) we will cover how to use them best for our benefit and what you want to watch using them. Staying motivated is key on your journey back to superb sleep. Check out the show notes for more information on this topic: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/are-you-motivated-to-sleep/
If you love your coffee and enjoy a drink then your sleep is at risk. Drinking alcohol to relax or fall asleep faster and pushing ourselves through the day can easily end in a vicious cycle. Luckily this doesn’t have to be the case. If we take to heart a couple of things we can continue to enjoy coffee and alcohol. Get more information in this week’s show notes: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleeping-with-alcohol-and-coffee/
How can getting up early when you are not getting enough sleep help to make things better. This interesting topic is what I am going to dig into this week to let you start 2021 with great sleep. Especially if your sleep is really bad at present this is definitely worth a try. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/5am-bring-your-sleep-back/
Let’s leave 2020 behind and kick start 2021 improving our sleep and health! The first and most powerful thing that we can do is to get very clear about our goal and how we want to reach it. In this week’s episode, I will show you what it takes to create a specific goal card to do this for you. Having this in place will truly let you elevate your sleep and health in 2021. Let’s do this together! https://www.sleeptrust.eu/better-and-healthy-2021/
In this week’s episode, I send you lots of love (and sleep of course). Christmas is a great time to reflect on the past year. It is also a wonderful time to feel grateful for all of the things that we already have in life. And guess what...feeling thankful is also powerful when it comes to your sleep. So, be grateful and sleep well! https://www.sleeptrust.eu/christmas-in-2020-/
Everybody that has problems falling asleep has a personal story that goes along with it. Today I share mine with you. I hope that this inspires you to believe in yourself and in your natural capability and right to have good night sleep. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/my-sleep-story/
One success formula for achieving the desired goal is to model somebody that has already reached this goal. Therefore today we are going to have a look at what successful sleepers do to experience high-quality sleep with ease. The great thing is that the basic #2 things that separate good sleepers from bad ones are quite simple to get our heads around. In fact, they seem to be so simple that one could easily overlook the power they come along with https://www.sleeptrust.eu/best-sleepers/
Do you know what you should do but have a hard time to get started getting the job done? Getting back to high energy levels and sleep is always a matter of change. No matter what you are doing at the moment you are seeing the results. If you want different results you need to change to some degree. And willpower is an essential part of the equation. Using it correctly is much easier than you might think at the moment. Tune in to this week’s episode and don’t forget to pass by at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/willpower-to-sleep-better/ to get more information around the topic.
Increasing our energy levels and sleep quality always begins with one often overlooked thing. This is to position ourselves correctly. This is essential as the keys to our success vary depending on the problems we are faced with right now. Today I walk you through a simple yet powerful model to find out where you are right at present and what you should be doing right now to improve your energy. Visit the link to download your FREE Sleeptrust Energy Pyramid at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/high-energy-at-daytime/
A major thing to get right when it comes to getting the high quality sleep that we deserve is to set clear sleep signals. This is a thing that nature took care of for us until we started to completely control our daily environments. Electricity gives us the freedom to turn night into day and the self-made need for productivity leaves us with working hours that are not always biorhythm friendly. In this week’s episode, we’ll walk through a couple of things that we can do to set clear sleep signals helping bringing us back to superb sleep. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-signals-to-fix-your-sleep-schedule/
Being faced with sleep problems can ramp up quickly if we do not have sleep resilience. Missing out will cause us to take random, hectik action that will not help us to improve our situation. But this does not have to be the case. Building a strong sleep resilience will help us to evaluate and overcome a couple of bad nights of sleep and let us grow during the process. To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/build-your-sleep-resilience/
Facing Insomnia or just interested in leveraging your sleep quality. It doesn’t matter. The first choice should always be to work with nature and building your sleeptrust. This approach may take a bit longer, but will reward you not only with better sleep but also better mental and physical health. It’s hard to beat the power of nature in the long haul. Give it a try and get the best natural sleep aids in this week’s episode of the sleeptrust podcast. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast to get informed about weekly new podcasts.
For more information on the topic check out the show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/natural-sleep-aids/
This week we are going to run through the #3 categories that we can do things right or wrong when it comes to our sleep. These categories are the body, nutrition and mind and it is helpful to have a look at these independently to get a better understanding of where we should focus when it comes to taking committed sleep action! https://www.sleeptrust.eu/why-you-cant-sleep
This week we celebrate the 100’th episode of the sleeptrust podcast. It was such a great journey and now is a great opportunity for me to thank you as the listener for tuning in week for week. Besides giving you the sleeptrust best practice way to start finding back to superb sleep (simple & proven tips that most people will benefit from) I added a little present for you today! http://sleeptrust.eu/win-back-your-days-and-nights
If you tried to implement a lot of sleep tips but nothing really got you back to superb sleep yet then it’s time to take care of your mindset. Our mind has a tremendous effect when it comes to what we are able to do or not. So let’s treat our mind that way and let it guide us back to superb sleep! https://www.sleeptrust.eu/get-your-mindset-right
The quality of our relationships plays a major role when it comes to pleasant or unpleasant emotions that we experience over the course of a day. But how does this relate to sleep? This is the major theme that we are having a look at this week. I will share some simple tools that you can use to get more insights into your personal relationships and to get set up for superb sleep! http://sleeptrust.eu/how-bad-relationships-can-destroy-your-sleep/
Far too often we try to work on our sleep at nighttime without thinking about the day - and more specific how we start into the day. On the other side we know that the way we start and live our days is essential, also when it comes to our sleep. Today I walk you through a powerful structure for a morning routine that will help you to get things started right. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/get-your-morning-right-and-win-your-night
We all know how bad a day can feel after a minimum sleep night. But this actually doesn’t have to be the case. In this week’s episode I share the TOP #6 power tips to keep you energized, focused, powerful, emotionally balanced and simply feeling good over the course of the day.
Sleeping pills can feel like the last solution to get back our sleep. But are they really? Furthermore - how much can they really help? In this week’s episode I share what I like about sleeping tablets and what you should consider before you use them as part of your sleep solution. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleeping-pills
This week I was fortunate to talk with @Anna_NoMoreSleepLess. Anna shares her personal story and experiences with being sleepless on Instagram and today she does so with us. It was wonderful and fun to have a talk full of experience and sleep wisdom that I am sure you will enjoy listening to. Don’t forget to follow Anna on instagram and to check out this week’s show notes for more information related to this interview http://sleeptrust.eu/no-more-sleepless-nights/
Ever thought about the impact of smell when it comes to your ability to wind down and prepare for a good, resting night of sleep. The odds are high that you didn’t. The smell sense is widely underrated when it comes to its capabilities. Consequently, we often overlook what it can do for us when it comes to bringing us into a sleep preparing emotional state. As a result, we often miss out on a huge opportunity when it comes to our sleeping capabilities. Check out the show notes to get more information and inspiration about this fantastic sense that has VIP access to our emotional center http://sleeptrust.eu/how-smell-can-influence-your-sleep-positively
Feeling stressed, emotionally unbalanced or have a racing mind? These are a couple of things that make it hard for many to fall asleep quickly. A very effective way to handle this is to meditate. But starting to meditate on your own can be a hard task to do. So today I share a guided 10 minute sleep meditation. This meditation is designed to make it really easy for you to return into a calm and relaxed sleep promoting state before going to sleep simply by listening. http://sleeptrust.eu/10-minute-sleep-meditation and check out the show notes where you will find an improved mp3 version of this meditation without the podcast intro and with added music.
Covid has impacted all of our lives in one or the other way. In this week’s episode I had a chat with sleep expert Dr. Monika Sharma about the things that we are faced with and what we can do to protect or get back our sleep. The topics reach from anxiety, to parenting and much more. Also Monika shares her top tips to recover back to superb sleep. Check out http://sleeptrust.eu/Covid-19-Impacts-our-Sleep-interview-with-dr-monika-sharma and listen to the whole interview.
What is the path to mastery when it comes to sleep and our energy levels? Well, in the last couple of weeks we went through the exact steps you should be taking to return back to superb sleep. Getting back to high energy levels! Today we will finalize our 9-step walkthrough by mastering things through making them sustainable. Check out http://sleeptrust.eu/mastering-your-sleep-and-energy to get more information around the topic.
Often changing little things that will improve our sleep are much harder to implement than they should be because we don’t know how our brain works. We try to force ourselves to do things that are good for us using sheer willpower instead of simply using the flow of our minds. The good news is that implementing healthy sleep habits becomes very simple when we start to work with - instead of against - our brains. Check out http://sleeptrust.eu/bedtime-rituals-for-better-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Often changing little things that will improve our sleep are much harder to implement than they should be because we don’t know how our brain works. We try to force ourselves to do things that are good for us using sheer willpower instead of simply using the flow of our minds. The good news is that implementing healthy sleep habits becomes very simple when we start to work with - instead of against - our brains. Check out http://sleeptrust.eu/bedtime-rituals-for-better-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Getting our mindset right is essential when we are on our path back to high energy levels and superb sleep. Today we are going to talk about getting purpose-driven motivation. This is the true game-changer when it comes to any change and this is also the reason why you definitely don’t want to miss this week’s episode. Also, check out the show notes at http://sleeptrust.eu/preparing-your-mind-for-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Eating healthy is not that easy when we look at nowadays lifestyle. Processed foods, sugar, carbs all around. And yet nutrition plays a major role when it comes to the quality of our sleep. This is why nutrition is an essential part to have a look at when it comes to improving our sleep. Today you’ll get a better understanding of how a couple major substances play a role in our sleep and how we want to take care to get enough of these. Check out http://sleeptrust.eu/eating-yourself-into-healthy-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Are you listening to your body when it comes to your sleep? There are only three areas that we need to get right to get power sleep. And the body is one of those. Therefore today I share a lot of things with you that will help you to treat your body right. And in the coming weeks we will also have a look at our nutrition and our mind to complete the picture. Check http://sleeptrust.eu/power-sleep-categories-for-your-body to get additional information in the show notes..
Getting our mindset right is essential when we are on our path back to high energy levels and superb sleep. Today we are going to talk about getting purpose-driven motivation. This is the true game-changer when it comes to any change and this is also the reason why you definitely don’t want to miss this week’s episode. Also, check out the show notes at http://sleeptrust.eu/fuel-up-your-sleep-and-energy-levels to get more information around the topic.
Having the intention to change and to start doing things can feel really really hard. At times it might feel as if we were on a journey against everything and everybody. But the truth is that we are only on a journey to our new and better selves and that we should use tools and friends to support us on that journey. Today we are going to talk about two powerful things that you should know and that can dramatically ease this journey if you use them. Tune in to this week’s episode and don’t forget to pass by at http://sleeptrust.eu/sleep-support to get more information around Step #2 of my 9 step process to bring you back to high energy levels and superb sleep!
You know what you should do but have a hard time to get started getting the job done? Getting back to high energy levels and sleep is always a matter of change. No matter what you are doing at the moment you are seeing the results. If you want different results you need to change to some degree. And willpower is an essential part of the equation. Using it correctly is much easier that you might think at the moment. Tune in to this week’s episode and don’t forget to pass by at http://sleeptrust.eu/will-power-to-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Want to feel high energy levels at daytime? A strong morning ritual is the key here. Looking and learning from countless successful people I built my own morning ritual for high energy levels over years. This is also an aspect that I am constantly fine tweaking in my life. If you want to boost your productivity, mood, well being, health or nearly any other aspect of your life you need to take care of your mornings. It’s also at least 50% of getting a superb sleep at nighttime. Don’t forget to pass by at http://sleeptrust.eu/morning-routine-for-a-high-performance-day to get more information around the topic.
Caffeine is a substance that many of us use to energize ourselves. But what if we are getting used to a substance and in reality caffeine is draining our energy levels, our productivity, our mood, and even our health. This week I dig into the do’s and don’ts when it comes to consuming caffeine. Don’t forget to pass by at http://sleeptrust.eu/caffeine-drain-your-energy-at-daytime to get more information around the topic.
Did you ever think of getting support sleeping well using crystals? I honestly didn’t in the past. Then I found out that Sveti Williams (a sleep coach from Australia) teaches how to use crystals for exactly this purpose and got interested. The result is an interview on the topic, that you don’t want to miss. Don’t forget to pass by at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/benefits-of-crystals-for-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Cutting down on sleep to have more time to get things done? Quite common nowadays. We are willing to take the unpleasant feeling of being tired just to not waste any time. But what if sleeping were not a waste of time at all? What if we would get more time back back through sleeping more? This week I walked through the importance of sleep giving you a BIG WHY’ for CHANGE. Don’t forget to pass by at http://sleeptrust.eu/importance-of-sleep to get more information around the topic.
Ever thought about how breathing can help you to increase your energy levels and well being? Actually there are a couple of things that you can do utilizing breathing and today I walk you through two simple methods that will give you a direct energy boost. I’m looking forward to hearing from you about how these help you to re-energize. No matter how effective these techniques are - lasting energy levels always need a solid amount of sleep as a foundation. Check out the show notes for additional information at www.sleeptrust.eu/breathing-techniques/
Having a hard time falling asleep at night OR waking up at night and tossing and turning afterward is a burden for you? What if we could utilize something that we do anyway to let us fall asleep with ease again? What if this something would be as easy as breathing? What if it were breathing. This week I will walk you through two powerful breathing techniques that will help you to fall asleep quickly and with ease again. Check out the show notes for additional information at www.sleeptrust.eu/top-2-breathing-methods
Increasing our energy levels and sleep quality always begins with one often overlooked thing. This is to position ourselves correctly. This is essential as the keys to our success vary depending on the problems we are faced with right now. Today I walk you through a simple yet powerful model to find out where you are right at present and what you should be doing right now to improve your energy. Visit the link to download your FREE Sleeptrust Energy Pyramid at www.sleeptrust.eu/energy-levels/
Having sleep problems for a while? Then you probably tried a lot of things to improve your situation. Often these efforts are the result of thousands of tips you can find on the internet. As a consequence, the implementation is more random action than a structured path to superb sleep. Today I walk you through what a sleep coach can do for you and what you should check before starting to work with a sleep coach. Visit the link to download your FREE Sleep Map www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-coach/
When feeling exhausted or fatigued at daytime is a common experience for you, then it’s time to change a couple of things. But how can we do so if we hardly have enough energy to live our challenging lives. The very first step is to create a burning desire in us for change. This desire will motivate us to take all the necessary steps to make us feel better. This week I walk you through a simple & proven three-step model that will give you the motivation to implement your personal sleep changes to give you back more energy than you might be able to imagine right now. For more information and a free goal card template visit this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-motivation/
When it comes to the cost for a lack of sleep there are clear numbers out there. Do you feel that you sleep enough mostly? Do you feel refreshed and energized during the day? What about the price that you might be paying for not sleeping enough already. We often try to avoid thinking of this or even taking this into consideration. But the truth is that we all have to pay the price for not sleeping enough. Let’s get real about it and start to change together. To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-deprivation
Covid-19 is spreading not only as a virus, but also over the media. As a result many of us are feeling uncomfortable, anxious and maybe even fearful. The effect can be seen in partly empty supermarket shelves and looking at the recent rise of gun sales. Today I share the two things that worry me most in the Corona crisis and a big opportunity for all of us. Find out more in this week’s episode . To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/changing-perspective-on-covid-19/
Corona will continue to be a part of our life in the next couple of weeks. The entire discussion has a very clear focus on avoiding getting sick. Even though nobody can say how high the percentage of corona infected people will be in the next couple of months - the number is very likely to be substantial. To further protect ourselves we should start to think about our immune system. Find out more in this week’s episode . To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-really-help-us-with-corona
Finding back to superb sleep always involves change to a certain degree. Implementing change can be a hard task for us to follow through at times when our motivation drops or life gets in between. Through having an accountability partner that will keep track of our actions we can profit from something that has been baked into our genes through evolution to help us ease the process and improve our success rates dramatically. To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/Accountability-To-Superb-Sleep
Being faced with sleep problems can ramp up quickly if we do not have sleep resilience. Missing out will cause us to take random, hectik action that will not help us to improve our situation. But this does not have to be the case. Building a strong sleep resilience will help us to evaluate and overcome a couple of bad nights of sleep and let us grow during the process. To find out more have a look at this week’s show notes at: www.sleeptrust.eu/build-your-sleep-resilience
When it comes to increasing our sleep quality change is mandatory. If we don’t change things nothing will ever improve. When it comes to our sleep the formula is quite simple: Your sleep quality equals your current circumstances multiplied with your current behavior. This simple formula makes it easy to keep in mind that we need to change and where we can start to implement change. In short, that’s what it’s all about in this week’s episode. Find out more reading the show notes: www.sleeptrust.eu/increase-sleep-quality
Nearly Valentines Day and a good time to think about what loving relationships can do for our sleep. Bad emotions that we direct against others (or ourselves) and the other way around are a big issue when it comes to sleep. So let’s fight them with love this week and get prepared for Valentines Day together. www.sleeptrust.eu/valentines-sleep-promotion
Our minds are complex things that have one primary goal: To let us survive. Sometimes we want to change but there are things going on that we are not aware of. These are like blind spots and for some of us these blind spots can make us stay in a place that is very uncomfortable. The dangerous thing is, that being in an uncomfortable space for a long time can have positive things for us in place. Furthermore these hidden benefits are able to unconsciously keep us from taking appropriate action for the better. Check out the show notes to read more about this phenomena... www.sleeptrust.eu/traps-of-insomnia
Working on our sleep quality always means change. And this is always a journey. But what about having a journey without constantly checking if our decisions are bringing us nearer to our goal. Would we ever reach our goal? Maybe by accident, but not reliable. This week we walk through the reasons why we must measure our progress and I will show you how you can easily get started to do so today. Let’s turn your journey back to superb sleep from a wish to a fact. www.sleeptrust.eu/gps-to-superb-sleep
We all want to have superb sleep. So, for all who are willing to take a portion of pain, there is something great that you can do at home right away. Curious? Having a cold shower for 3-5 minutes is not only known to strengthen our immune system but will furthermore decrease inflammation and also improve our sleep quality. So this week’s topic is: Are you ready for superb sleep?. www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-effect-of-cold-showers/
Being faced with bad sleep means that we have to change things to get a new and better result in regards to our sleep. And every change needs a conscious decision upfront and the willpower to follow through in the beginning and at times. Doing this the wrong way can be exhausting and frustrating. So today I walk through an easy and reliable way sharing three ways to use your willpower with ease: www.sleeptrust.eu/improve-will-power-for-sleep
Alcohol is a substance that we all get in touch with at some point in our lives. Alcohol can give us big joy and big drama depending on how we decide to integrate it into our lives. Confronted with bad sleep, alcohol is often the first drug of choice. Today I share my personal experience with alcohol and I will also share with you the exact process that I used to reduce my alcohol intake dramatically with ease.www.sleeptrust.eu/impact-of-alcohol-on-our-sleep
Happy New Year. I wish 2020 to be the best year ever for you. May you experience the best health, meet great people, have fantastic relationships, tremendous success and of course superb sleep. Just in case you are struggling with your new year sleep resolutions I will walk you through a proven 6-step process that will support your goal achievement today. This is my little New Year present for you! Also check out the show notes to download the free Sleep-Goal-Card for further support. www.sleeptrust.eu/new-years-sleep-resolution
Facing Insomnia or just interested in leveraging your sleep quality. It doesn’t matter. The first choice should always be to work with nature and building your sleeptrust. This approach may take a bit longer, but will reward you not only with better sleep but also better mental and physical health. It’s hard to beat the power of nature in the long haul. Give it a try and get the best natural sleep aids in this week’s episode of the sleeptrust podcast. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast to get informed about weekly new podcasts.
For more information on the topic check out the show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/natural-sleep-aid-ever
What we are talking about today is actually not about a full-blown dog therapy, but more on how dogs can help you to sleep better (and yes, there are therapy dogs out there). Dogs and pets, in general, are proven to have positive effects on stress and anxiety levels. Subsequently, in this week’s episode, we want to find out how these benefits can help us to improve our sleep in a very practical manner. Therefore be curious and check out this week’s episode. If you have a dog, feel free to share your experience with me on my social media channels on Facebook and/or Instagram (@sleeptrust).
Also, check out the show notes for additional information https://www.sleeptrust.eu/dog-therapy-sleep-improvements
If you ever felt awake but were not able to move you were probably facing a state that is called sleep paralysis. In this state, you might be able to open your eyes and your brain is still partly dreaming - producing things that you could interpret as real. If you ever experienced this, then you probably know how frightening it can be. Check out this week’s episode to find out more about sleep paralysis and how to handle it best.
Also check out the show notes for additional information https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-paralysis
Millennials are the first generation growing up with tech as we know it today. The natural and fully integrated technology into this generation comes with a couple of drawbacks thought that can impact sleep dramatically. In this week’s episode I have a look at the specifics of this great generation and we will talk about critical factors when it comes to sleep and how we can easily optimize these in our favor.
Also check out the show notes for additional information and to the sleep drive masterplan for FREE at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/millenial-sleep-fix
Snoring is a thing that everybody seems to hate. But over 90 million are affected by this in the US alone. Furthermore, snoring can build up to real problems for your sleep and health. Equally, your relationship can be under big pressure. For many of us, there is a way to radically reduce snoring. So instead of resigning - check out this week’s tips and start getting rid of snoring https://www.sleeptrust.eu/5-tips-to-stop-snoring
All of us experience it daily. Aging. At some point, we cannot deny that there are changes taking place in us. But how does this affect our sleep? Doing the research for this special podcast turned my view here a good bit. Find out how big the effect on our sleep really is in this week’s episode: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/aging-sleep-checkup
Did you know that 95% of our daily actions are performed unconsciously? So if we want to tackle a bad sleep and want that 95% to work for us - it is only smart to know how to empower our unconscious. Affirmations are an easy way to get our unconscious to work directed through our conscious minds. Learn easy ways to set up affirmations the right way in this week’s episode: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/affirmation-sleep-support
Having a hard time finding superb sleep at night? Getting up earlier and starting the day off with ME-time is a good way to get your days more aligned with what your life is all about. Spending time with yourself before you tap into the storm of outside demands is a hidden secret when it comes to having a superb sleep. Find out more in this weeks anniversary special: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/join-5-am-club
Nobody likes to get out of bed the most times. But the magic happens if you do the right things in the right order. Getting up the right way will have an impact on your entire day and ultimately also the sleep that you will get at night. Find out what you can do to make getting up so much easier in this week’s episode: link
Having a bad sleep in hotel rooms is a common problem especially on short trips for many of us. The good news is that this doesn’t have to be the case. This week I will share my hotel sleep tips with you to ensure that you get the best sleep possible as fast as you can when you are on your next trip! The best thing: You can implement most of them without any effort at all. So listen to this week’s episode and bring your hotel room sleep to the next level. Also, check out the show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/sleep-superb-in-a-hotel-room for additional material.
Birthday Party - The sleeptrust podcast is turning ONE. In this anniversary podcast I answer the questions that you asked me over social media, email or personally. But it doesn’t stop there of course. I share a couple of exciting things that we are working on today and that will help you to feel even better tomorrow. Also don’t forget to visit our show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/Anniversary-Special
Do you have enough of feeling drowsy having a Jet Lag? Today we will walk through a couple of simple tips that will let you cut your Jet Lag in half. But more than that. You will understand what mechanisms come to play when it comes to time shifts and this will enable you to come up with your own personal ideas on how to handle your next journey over more than 2 time zones best. Our tips are proven to cut your Jet Lag in half. So the 15 minutes that this podcast will take you to listen might save you dozens of hours of feeling bad on your next trip.
Also check out the show notes to get additional information at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/cut-your-jetlag/
Are you having a hard time falling asleep? Or are you waking up too early or at bad times. Your (missing) sleep appetite probably has a lot to do with that. Lucky for us that science knows a lot more about this topic than it did 50 years ago. And even better than I’ve got a masterplan for you that you can use to fully utilize the two major forces (homeostatic sleep drive / circadian rhythm) in your favor. Tune in to this week's episode of the sleeptrust podcast and get the simple #6 step sleep appetite masterplan.
Also, check out the show notes for additional information and to the sleep drive masterplan for FREE at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/masterplan-to-sleep-drive
Too tired to workout? This one is not about the gym. If you want to get on the fast track to superb sleep this is the episode for YOU. Will you have to put in effort. YES! Nothing will happen if we are not willing to put in the effort. But with the proven Insomnia Workout you will get on the fast track back to superb sleep. Join me on these #5 workout sessions and start working out your sleep today. Sounds exhausting - maybe. BUT - if we don’t get our sleep we feel exhausted anyway - so - maybe it’s worth giving it a try. I’m sure it is and the sleeptrust community is there to support you. Keep in mind that it’s going to be easier than you thought once you start to work out.
You will also find additional sources of information the show notes to this week’s episode here: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/insomnia-workout
Do you know what is causing your insomnia? Sleep is something personal, right? The causes of insomnia are personal too - and individual. It’s honestly not the one fits all thing that many people out there want to tell you. But who will tell you what you should do right now to improve your sleep? In this week’s episode, I will walk you through the Insomnia Matrix that will give you a unique view on where exactly you are standing right now and give you the insight of what you need to tackle to return back to a superb sleep again. Download your FREE insomnia matrix at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/entering-the-insomnia-matrix As this is the core of our best selling product better grab it now. I can’t promise that I will give this away for free forever.
Insomnia is something that we all heard about. Many people suffer from it and the media hypes it in the news, the internet, the radio and you name it… In this week’s episode, we do not only dive into what the word Insomnia exactly means - but also REVEAL a scary truth when it comes to insomnia. This one might change your perspective on Insomnia and is a must-listen. Also, check out the show notes to this week’s episode at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/047-the-scary-truth-about-insomia/ to get even more out of it.
In this week's episode, we will dig into what forgiveness is AND why it is so important to acknowledge our role in the process. To help you to practice forgiveness effectively I will share the best three meditation techniques to help you forgive yourself and others to free your mind and emotions and return to super sleep again: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/046-super-power-forgiveness/
This week we are getting a bit more advanced when it comes to lucid dreaming techniques. We will not only expand the techniques but also tie them together to help you understand which role each technique has and how the combination of them will benefit your practice to dream lucidly. Also, consider following me on Instagram to get further inspiration and help to get into your lucid dream practice. To grab your FREE version of a DREAM JOURNAL - visit us at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/link_to_dream_journal
This week you will get a solid toolset that you can use right away to start learning and practicing to go lucid. Lucid dreaming is not only good to integrate the shadow aspects of our personalities BUT also to simply have fun. It is such a great experience that I am convinced that everybody should give this a try. This week I start off by giving you an understanding of what dream yoga is all about and how you can start to practice lucidity right away. And if you want to take it a level higher you will get even more information on next week’s episode where I will give you even more techniques to increase your lucid choices. Also, check out the show notes of this episode to download a FREE DREAM PLAN template at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/043-dream-yoga-lucid-dreaming-practice-part1/
Nightmares are a thing that we all have from time to time. When high-intensity nightmares come on a regular basis that wakes us up or creates a fear of falling asleep we know that we have to change something. Lucid dreaming is the single one technique where you can fight the nightmare where it occurs - in your dreams. The best way to fight the nightmare is the counterintuitive approach to embrace the thing that is causing the fear /shame/guilt and to deeply integrate it on a level that will be hard to accomplish with other approaches as quickly and intensely. Also have a look at the show notes for further information: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/042-shadow-warrior-embrace-nightmares/
In this week's podcast, I talk about the secret underlying principles that fuel the law of attraction and how we can use this universal law to drastically improve our sleeptrust. For those of us that this is too goofy I will also deliver the neuroscience and psychology that backs this universal law and that you can use to replace the universal force part with if you wish to. https://www.sleeptrust.eu/41-law-of-attraction-from-the-universe/
Mindfulness can help us to keep calm, relax and reduce our stress levels BUT mindfulness also does things for us that are far more important. In this week's episode, we walk through what happens when we practice our mindfulness and how this can help us to further gain our sleeptrust. I also cover two simple techniques that you can use to practice mindfulness right away. Also, check out this weeks show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/041-mindfulness-to-sleep/
Mindset is the last part of our Sleep Triathlon Discipline and the boss of the ring. What you think of and what you believe will become a reality. In this week's episode we will talk about how to use our conscious mind to make a decision, command our body and take control.: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/039-sleep-triathlon-mindset/
Proper nutrition helps our bodies and minds to perform best. Looking back where humanity is coming from - not only our way to nurture our bodies changed (e.g. processed food, sugar, etc.) BUT even how food is grown has changed dramatically. Often Illness and sleeplessness are the result of long periods nurturing our bodies bad. In this week's episode I will walk you through the sleep triathlon discipline #2 which is nutrition and give a basic insight into the important role that microbiology plays in this field: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/038-sleep-triathlon-nutrition/
Throughout the past decades, habits of humanity changed dramatically. Looking back we were hunters and gatherers that required a lot of movement to look for food and our bodies often went into fight or flight mode in order to survive. Now, our job doesn't require heavy movements and we often experience stress without the releasing effect of body movement. In this week's episode we will talk about why body movement is so important and also how it affects our nutrition and mindset and what can we do to get aligned with our evolutionary programming: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/038-sleep-triathlon-body-movement/
Improving sleep is like a triathlon, we have to improve these three categories in order to improve our sleep. In this week's podcast, I will be talking about Body Movement, Nutrition and Mindset and how they are interconnecting to each other. We will talk about these topics individually in the next podcast: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/037-sleep-triathlon/
Avoiding things and implementing changes are both sides of the same coin that includes being committed and taking action. In this week's podcast, I will be talking about my personal Top #5 tips YOU SHOULD DO to actually to get a good and quality sleep: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/036-do-it-tips-for-superb-sleep/
When it comes to having a superb sleep it is not only about the things that we should do to get better sleep - BUT - also what we can and should AVOID doing. This week we have a look at my personal top #5 when it comes to things that we should avoid when we are looking for things that can dramatically improve our sleep quality: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/035-stop-it-5-tips-to-superb-sleep/
Snoring can be an indicator of sleep apnea. In today's episode, we want to get a feeling for what indicators can tell us if we are in the circle of sleep apnea, how sleep apnea affects us and what we can actually do to get rid of this health-threatening disease. Visit the show notes of this week's episode or the sleeptrust youtube channel to get more information all around sleep apnea: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/034-snoring-sleep-apnea/
Having someone in our bed that snores can prevent us from falling asleep fast, get us into emotional imbalance and simply rob us our sleep. Even solid relationships can take a hit if the way we tackle this problem is not done right. Learn the #4 major steps that will let you sleep with a snoring partner and even let your relationship grow to do so:https://www.sleeptrust.eu/033-snoring-part-2-how-to-get-sleep-with-a-snorer/
Snoring can not only harm our relationships but also our health. Learn more about the things that actually cause us to snore and how to get rid of them without surgery. Getting informed and taking action on this week's tips can help you release snoring and step into a new - snore-free - life: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/032-snoring-top-5-tips/
As we are all constantly aging this week I had a look at what happens to our sleep when we do so. We all know that we need less sleep when we age, right? Let’s find out the difference between facts and fiction here and what really happens with our sleep when we age. Find further helpful links in the show notes of this weeks episode at: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/031-aging-the-big-sleep-check-up/
When it comes to finding back to sleep the biggest problem - especially when we have been facing sleep problems over longer periods of time - is that the present reality is so much different than the outcome we wish to have. In this case, there is a simple (not easy) process to follow that Napoleon Hill found in the achievements of all successful people that he interviewed for over 20 years. The process founds on building your imagination and then believing that this will be your new reality at some point in the future. Get inspired - take action - and sleep superbly again. Find further helpful links in the show notes of this weeks episode at: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/030-faith-imagine-believe-sleep/
Naps are known to be a restful thing to have during the course of a day - especially - when demands are high. But what kinds of naps are there and how can they serve me? These are the questions that we walk through in this weeks episode of the sleeptrust podcast. Also have a look at other interesting sleep relates podcast topics at: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/#029-Naps
Using Sleep Affirmations can be very helpful and powerful when it comes to building our sleeptrust through reprogramming our natural built in filter called the RAS (Reticular Activating System). We also walk through how to set up affirmations best - taking into consideration how our unconscious mind works. Also check out our show notes for further information at: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/028-sleep-affirmations
In this weeks episode we walk through the emotion of anger and get a better understanding of where anger serves us and when the opposite is the case. We also find out about the #1 way to release anger. Please check out the FREE Ho’onoponopono meditation that I linked into the show notes of this weeks episode: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/026-worries-anger-part-2/
In this week's episode I talk about how gratitude and living in the moment can be powerful techniques when worries are keeping you from falling asleep. For more information on this podcast have a look at the show notes to this weeks episode:
In this week's episode I talk about what stress is, how we get stressed and what the different techniques on how to release it through meditation. I will also walk you through a 5 minute meditation that you can do anywhere. You can do it at your home, at work or before going to sleep.: https://www.sleeptrust.eu/025-stress-release-meditation/
In this weeks episode I talk about what benefits you have when joining the 5am club (getting up at 5am). You will also learn about the power of taking this time for yourself and the benefits of planning you day before ‚outside‘ demands challenge you. If you got interested you will get a proven hands on approach to test-pilot how the 5am club can serve you well. You’ll find further show notes to this episode at:
In this weeks episode I unfold the #1 tool for building sleeptrust and also give you the secret steps that will boost your commitment capabilities 200% with no more than 30 minutes of effort. Also check out the show notes with many helpful links at #sleeptrust https://www.sleeptrust.eu/022-committed-to-sleep for further information and helpful links.
This week I went into a self experiment for you to test pilot the effect of five sleep drinks for you.
Find out which drinks actually let me fall asleep faster and had an impact on my sleep quality. And - get inspired to test these or other prime time drinks to gain your sleeptrust.
Also check out the show notes with many helpful links at #sleeptrust https://www.sleeptrust.eu/021-primetime-drink-the-big-test for further information and helpful links.
In this weeks episode I talk about how meditation practice can help us to release stress and why this will quickly help us to fall asleep faster and have a deeper and better sleep. We start off by talking about what meditation are, if meditation practices are possible for everyone and which main meditation categories you will find out there and what they are useful for : https://www.sleeptrust.eu/024-calm-your-mind-fall-asleep/
In this weeks episode we walk through how to change the ratio between two important hormones (Leptin & Ghrelin) up to 70% and reduce your daily calorie intake between 200 - 600 calories simply through sleeping enough! Also check out the show notes with many helpful links & tools at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/020-sleep-diet-secret-sauce-loosing-pounds for further information and helpful links.
n this weeks episode we walk through the top 5 tools that Tim Ferris recommends when it comes to falling asleep faster & getting a higher quality sleep. Find out what helped 30% of Tim Ferris readers get tired like a dog in less than 10 minutes. Also check out the show notes with many helpful links at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/019-tim-ferris-tips for further information and helpful links.
In the second part of the interview with Charlie Morley he walks us through these inspiring points of lucid dreaming:
- can lucid dreaming harm me?
- power techniques to go lucid
- the magic of dream retreats
In next weeks episode we will talk about the top 5 tools that Tim Ferris recommends to fall asleep faster & have a higher quality sleep.
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu.
In this weeks episode Charlie Morley - one of the best lucid dreaming teachers worldwide - walks us through these three topics on lucid dreaming:
- what is lucid dreaming?
- the science behind dreaming lucid
- the incredible power of curing nightmares lucid
In next weeks episode (part II of this interview) we will learn about simple techniques that we can all use to start going lucid together now.
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu.
In this weeks we will have a look at the psychology of dreaming through the lens of Siegmund Freud and Carl Jung.
- the relationship between Freud and Jung
- similarities and differences
- the collective unconscious
- making the best of both worlds
- dream psychology light - the Senoi way
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu.
In this weeks episode we will have a walk through different dreaming cultures. Our dream-walk will brings us through the following cultures:
- western world (the lack of a real dream culture)
- chinese (Zhuangzhou and the butterfly)
- american natives (dreamcatchers)
- indian (the vedas)
- senoi (the dreaming rules)
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu .
In this weeks episode we talk about lucid dreaming and how this can actually not only be fun but help you to gain your sleeptrust. Doing so we will walk through these topics together:
- what is lucid dreaming?
- the benefits of dreaming lucid
- famous lucid dreamers
- how to go lucid now!
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu .
In this weeks episode we talk about the power of sweet dreams and I share two of my personal dreams with you and how they relate to each other. To do so we will are going to walk through the following topics:
- utilizing dreams in the holodeck
- sharing a nightmare
- sharing a (lucid) epic dream
- interpretation of dreams
You can find further information (e.g. a dream journal) on how to gain your sleeptrust at www.sleeptrust.eu.
In this weeks episode we are going to talk about how we can use our smartphones and tablets (the beauty and the beast) in harmony for gaining our sleeptrust. To do so we will are going to walk through the following topics:
- the beast
- the beauty
- quick steps to harmony
You can find further information on how to gain your sleeptrust at https://www.sleeptrust.eu.
In this weeks epsiode of the sleeptrust podcast we will cover different aspects of light and how we can handle light in a way that will support us to gain our sleeptrust:
- the definition of light
- how light is created
- light speed, light types and more
- how our bodies process light
- using light in our favor to gain sleeptrust
You may also want to check out the podcast show notes at https://www.sleeptrust.eu
In this weeks episode of the sleeptrust podcast you will get a better understanding of how this can help you to gain your sleeptrust. This episode covers the following topics:
- one full night of sleep
- walking through the sleep cycle
- how are sleep stages measured
- taking advance of technology
You can also get more information about this topic reading the article riding the sleep cycle - https://www.sleeptrust.eu/riding-the-sleep-cycle/
In this episode of the sleeptrust podcast I will walk you through the following steps to help you find out how much sleep you really need:
- why we should get the right amount of sleep
- what science says about sleep duration
- how to find out your sleep duration sweet spot
You will also find a cheat sheet to find out your sleep duration at https://www.sleeptrust.eu/
In this weeks episode we will discover how and why gratitude can help us to gain our sleeptrust. We will walk through:
- the positive effects of gratitude
- the relationship between gratitude and sleep
- how to practice gratitude
- my personal note on how I practice gratitude daily
You will also be able to download a gratitude cheat sheet to help you start practicing gratitude right away. You can download this at https://www.sleeptrust.eu in the shownotes to this weeks episode.
Have a superb sleep!
Habits are the autopilot of life and can help you to gain your sleeptrust significantly. They are also super powerful in almost every aspect of your life.
Topics we cover in this podcast:
- definition of habit
- how habits work
- implementing new habits through scoping, repetition, accountability
Also check the habit tracker at https://www.sleeptrust.eu
topics we cover in this podcast:
- the internal and external parts of bedtime
- (internal) the bedtime mindset
- (external) how to handle our bedtime environment
- planning your bedtime
Also check out the free bedroom assessment & bedtime planner at sleeptrust.eu!
In this episode of the sleeptrust podcast we will cover how to get up out of bed in the way that serves you best and that will also help you improve your sleeptrust.
In this episode we dig into the different sleeptypes, how these relate to the circadian rhythm and how you can use this to further improve your sleeptrust.
There is also a survey on https://www.sleeptrust.eu to find out what sleeptype you are.
In the second episode of the sleeptrust podcast we dig into the importance of our biorhythm and how we can gain our sleeptrust through understanding the core function and importance of this and how it impacts our lifes.
First episode of the sleeptrust.eu podcast. Introduction to the underlying concept behind sleeptrust.