Men Talking Mindfulness
How to Sleep Better and Why It's Important - with Retired Navy SEAL Turned Sleep Scientist, Robert Sweetman.
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In this episode of Men Talking Mindfulness, we explore the often-overlooked third pillar of health - sleep, with our guest Robert Sweetman, a former Navy SEAL now turned sleep scientist. As we delve into the intricacies of the nighttime mind, listeners are treated to a captivating discussion blending personal experiences, cutting-edge science, and ancient mindfulness practices. Our hosts, Jon Macaskill, a retired Navy SEAL Commander with a passion for mindfulness and meditation, and Will Schneider, a renowned NYC-based yoga and mindfulness guru, navigate this in-depth exploration into sleep science. Together, they enrich the conversation with their unique insights and experiences. Robert Sweetman sheds light on the science behind the sleep cycle and the profound impact it has on our physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. Leveraging his military background and rigorous scientific research, Robert provides practical advice for optimizing sleep and explains why restorative slumber is essential for resilience, performance, and mindfulness. During this episode, we debunk common sleep myths, explore the role of mindfulness in promoting better sleep, and discuss tools and techniques that can help you turn every night into a rejuvenating experience. Don't miss this episode if you're looking to improve your sleep, boost your mindfulness, and elevate your life. Time stamps are at bottom... //LINKS Connect with Rob here: @sleepgenius on Social Media. More about 62R here: https://www.62romeo.org/ The stuff we mentioned in the show: MVMI Pillow: https://mvmisleep.com/. Use code Mind15 to get 15% off. Hatch Restore Clock: Hatch Restore - Sunrise AlarmHatchhttps://www.hatch.co ChiliSleep (now SleepMe): https://sleep.me/ James Nestor's Book, Breath. https://a.co/d/7siak6k //WHERE YOU CAN FIND US Text MINDFUL to 33777 to sign up for the MTM NewsletterWebsite - http://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Listen on Spotify - https://bit.ly/MTM-Podcast Listen on Apple Podcast - https://bit.ly/MTM_Apple_Podcast Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@mentalkingmindfulness Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mentalkingmindfulness Follow Will - https://www.instagram.com/willnotfear/ Follow Jon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskill Join the MTM Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/153173176744665
(00:00:37) Sleep and mental health. (00:03:45) Effects of sleep aids. (00:09:07) Bad sleep habits in SEALs. (00:11:43) Sleep medication effects. (00:15:53) Turning a negative into positive. (00:19:18) Negative sleep thoughts. (00:22:21) Structuring Positive Thoughts. (00:26:23) Neuroplasticity and CBT. (00:30:04) Sleep issues epidemic. (00:35:43) CBTI equipment for compliance. (00:37:23) Circadian rhythms and sunlight. (00:41:23) Sleep cycles and recovery. (00:44:14) Dream sleep and brainwaves. (00:49:28) Benefits of Deep Sleep. (00:50:29) Poor sleep and brain disorders. (00:54:16) Adenosine and Caffeine. (00:57:42) Effects of Caffeine. (01:03:45) Natural ways to sleep better. (01:04:34) Sleep and substances. (01:09:23) Sleep environment and accessories. (01:12:13) Getting deep rest through environment. (01:15:37) Sleep frog light and sound machine. (01:18:37) Box breathing technique. (01:25:54) Sleep and its importance.