Embracing Sleep for Better Health
In Episode 8 of 'Autoimmune Campfire,' hosts Helen and Nona delve into the significance of sleep for individuals living with chronic conditions. They share personal stories, discuss the impact of sleep on health and well-being, and explore methods to achieve better sleep quality. The episode touches on factors that affect sleep, such as pain, anxiety, and lifestyle choices, and offers practical tips for improving sleep hygiene. They also highlight the benefits of practices like Yoga Nidra and meditation. The conversation underscores the necessity of prioritizing rest and self-care for optimal health.
00:00 Welcome to the Autoimmune Campfire
00:40 Weekend Recap: Beach and Family Time
01:47 The Anxiety of Medical Checkups
02:50 The Importance of Sleep
04:11 Sleep Issues in Autoimmune Conditions
11:08 Personal Sleep Stories
19:38 Tips for Better Sleep
36:11 Closing Thoughts and Listener Appreciation
Connect with us
If you want to learn more about who we are and what we do or to work with us, please check our respective websites:
https://www.nonajordan.com/
https://www.helensamsonmullen.com
We are delighted to work with our wonderful producer, Richard Wilmore at
https://www.makeyourdayricher.com/
Here are resources that we reference in this episode:
Why we sleep by Matthew Walker, PhD.
Matthew Walker’s TED talk
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_sleep_is_your_superpower?subtitle=en
Nona’s yoga nidra:
https://filedn.com/lF62cTjtorSXJlWX9RcxC6m/Substack%20Yoga%20Nidra%20October%2022.mp3
ImogenRagone’s Alexander Technique:
https://imogenragone.com
Link to ‘CyCling’ with Ease to Down-regulate Stress and Trauma:
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