Episode 12: 9 Common Myths About Sleep Debunked

True, False or Somewhere in Between?

Busting 9 Common Sleep Myths

Sleep myths can have a significant impact on our sleep quality. From the idea that sleep is for weak people and productive people spend less time in bed to the notion that you can “catch up” on sleep, these myths can affect our sleeping habits and cause us to suffer from poor sleep quality. But are these beliefs true or false?

It is important to understand the truth behind these common myths in order to ensure that we get quality sleep and enjoy all its benefits. In this fantastic episode, Sabine Christelli debunks some of the most common sleep myths to help you get the best quality sleep possible.

Enjoy!

Timestamps for the key highlights in the episode:

[01:08] Today’s focus; Sleep Myth-busters
[01:40] Most common myths about sleep adapted from Night School by Richard
Wiseman
[03:50] Myth #1 Sleep is for weak people, and productive people spend less time in bed

[04:38] Myth #2 Lazy people nap
[05:52] Myth #3 You can learn and function well even on less sleep
[07:04] Myth #4 When you sleep, your brain switches off
[07:41] Myth #5 Snoring may be annoying or pesky, but it doesn’t cause any harm
[08:45] Myth #6 A bit of alcohol can help you fall asleep and has no side effects
[09:42] Myth #7 You are aware when you’re getting sleepy
[10:57] Myth #8 Dreams are useless
[11:32] Myth #9 You can always catch up on sleep later
[14:26] Ending the show and call to action
Notable Quotes
● “Spending the right time in bed makes you more effective, productive and
enjoy life more.” [04:30]
● “Being aware of when napping is beneficial is a healthy life skill for optimal thriving.” [04:52]
● “The less we sleep, the more we feel confused, the more we are easily
distracted, and our memory consolidation is significantly impaired.”[06:33]
● “Unfortunately, sleep doesn’t work like a normal bank account whereby as long as the hours are balanced, the body is balanced. The most restorative sleep tends to be at night when we align with the day & night cycles and are harmonizing with our circadian rhythms.” [11:38]
● “Catching up on sleep during the day is better than nothing, but it is not a
quick fix or a recuperation on a deepest level.” [12:16]

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Resources Mentioned
● Night School by Richard Wiseman:
https://www.amazon.com/Night-School-Wake-power-sleep/dp/149735644X
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