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Do you ever wake up and feel like you didn't sleep at all? Is the night just one long stretch of awareness? Feel shocked when someone tells you that you were actually snoring? This was my life for over 40 years. I lived in this bizarre state of feeling half-asleep and half-awake, and no one could tell me what was going on. No WONDER I thought my brain was completely broken. But the mystery is...

John Sarno made his mark in the mind-body world by challenging one powerful assumption: that chronic pain is caused by a broken body. Instead, he proposed that the brain could generate symptoms in response to a perceived threat. What if those exact same principles apply to insomnia? Well, I believe they do. In this episode, I break down how Sarno’s work applies directly to sleep—and why insomnia m...

It's such an honor to talk with Patti. After 33 years of insomnia, she shares how she moved out of the struggle and left sleep rules behind. We talk candidly about the messy middle, letting go of sleep meds, and what real transformation actually looks like. Plus, Patti shares 12 powerful sleep tips that helped her along the way. If you’re feeling stuck or questioning the process, this convers...

“How long until this goes away?” It’s a question almost everyone asks and it’s the one that keeps us stuck.  In this episode, we talk about hyperarousal, timeline thinking, the waiting game, and why recovery begins when you start living instead of waiting. We also talk about: Why insomnia isn’t something you have, but something the brain learns to do How timeline pressure can actually keep the ner...

Wondering what true recovery actually looks? Feel like sleep is the ONLY sign that things are getting better? Wish you had a clearer sense of whether you’re on the right track? This episode is for you. Most of us who struggle with insomnia are driven, type-A, perfectionistic overachievers. We love a clear plan. A step-by-step path. Boxes to check. Milestones feel reassuring because they show our b...

Going to the bathroom multiple times a night? Lying in bed thinking, “I better go again… just in case"? If you struggle with insomnia and nighttime bladder urgency, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear: Why frequent nighttime bathroom trips are so common with insomnia  Why it’s usually not a bladder problem at all  How hyperarousal and sleep anxiety can create a sense of urgency How “just...

When I had insomnia, I couldn’t figure out why anything having to do with sleep felt so GIGANTIC in my mind. Every nuance, every sensation, every night felt more critical than the last. It was very life-or-death to me. What I didn’t realize at the time was: There was a perfectly logical reason for this. My brain wasn’t malfunctioning. It was doing exactly what brains are designed to do. It was fil...

In this encore episode,  I dive into the surprising reason your brain won’t let you sleep at night, even when nothing is actually wrong. You’ll learn: Why insomnia is rooted in survival, not broken sleep How wakefulness becomes linked with fear The role hyperarousal plays in keeping the cycle alive The difference between real danger and perceived threat Why trying to fix sleep often backfires How...

In this deeply relatable episode, Carlos shares his honest journey through insomnia. After years of overthinking and long sleep onset, a period of intense work stress pushed his nervous system into full-blown survival mode, and not sleeping became something his brain perceived as a threat.  Like so many others, Carlos did what we're told to do: CBT-I, sleep restriction, breathing exercises, s...

Emily’s insomnia started with a single sleepless night. She’d stayed up late before, but always on purpose. This time, the choice wasn't hers. And that loss of control left her feeling scared, confused, and convinced something inside her must be broken. What followed next was a cycle she didn’t understand: long nights, constant clock-watching, dread as the sun went down, and days shaped entir...

When insomnia shows up, it can feel like more than lost sleep. You may grieve the loss of freedom, spontaneity, and the trust you once had. In this episode, Beth talks about: Why grief is a normal part of insomnia  The two main ways it can show up How it changes over time and becomes a source of wisdom  Her own story of loss, healing, and learning to trust life again If you’ve ever felt sad about...

In this foundational episode, Beth is joined by Mind. Body. Sleep.® co-coach Richard Wills to explore one of the most important — and least understood — aspects of insomnia recovery: hyperarousal. Together, they unpack what hyperarousal really is, how it shows up in the body and mind, and why it’s the true obstacle standing between you and effortless sleep. You’ll learn the four types of hyperarou...

Beth spent 42 years chasing sleep. Until one day, she realized the very effort to “fix” insomnia was the exact thing keeping her stuck. What followed wasn’t another hack, routine, or bedtime ritual. It was a complete shift in how she related to sleep itself. In this episode, Beth shares three transformational mindsets that quietly ended her lifelong battle with insomnia. You’ll hear how ownership...

In this episode, I explore what I consider the single most powerful tool for overcoming insomnia — your response. When it comes to long-term recovery, it’s not about finding a magic sleep trick or trying harder to force sleep. It’s about how you respond to the experience of insomnia itself. We’ll look at what happens when the brain’s hyperarousal system misinterprets sleeplessness as danger and ho...

In this inspiring story, Rik shares how insomnia brought him to his knees — and how he slowly rewired fear into freedom. From panic attacks to the loneliness of sleepless nights, he describes what it was like to feel trapped in the cycle of anxiety and exhaustion. But through patience, community, and a new understanding of the mind, Rik discovered something profound: freedom isn’t perfect sleep. I...

Ever feel like your insomnia was FINALLY gone… only to have it come back for no apparent reason? This used to drive me absolutely bananas. Insomnia can vanish for weeks, months—or even years at a time, and then reappear without warning.  No wonder it's so confusing. But once I learned how memory works and how the brain stores experiences, it started to make a lot more sense.  In this episode,...

Can't stop thinking about your sleep? Wondering how to get back to clarity? Feel like you're just spinning your wheels? Sounds pretty normal to me. In fact, confusion is often a sign that something deeper is happening beneath the surface. In this episode, I talk about what overthinking really is, why it shows up during recovery, and how to relate to it in a way that helps you move throug...

Stuck in the research loop with insomnia? You’re not alone. When sleep becomes unpredictable, researching feels like the next best thing to do. Because at least you're doing something … right? But what if that something is quietly reinforcing the very problem you’re trying to solve? In this episode, Beth and Michelle talk about why it’s so easy to get trapped in the research loop, and why it’...

Have you ever wondered what actually makes insomnia recovery possible? In this episode, I talk about exactly that. We explore one of the most hopeful principles of neuroplasticity — and why it’s the reason getting beyond insomnia isn't just possible… but inevitable when you understand how the brain works. T he human brain has the amazing capacity to change associations and shift links. And tr...

I had such a lovely time sitting down with Liz, a psychotherapist and alum of the Mind. Body. Sleep. mentorship. Not only did Liz make it through insomnia herself, but she stayed active in the community to support others still on their way. Like so many of us, she tried everything: Impeccable sleep hygiene CBT-I Sleep meds But the more she tried, the more fear crept in. Not just a fear of not slee...

Let's talk about doubt. Doubt is something every single person on the recovery path deals with, and I was no exception. In this episode, we take a deeper look at what doubt really is, why it feels so powerful, and how to shift your relationship with it so it no longer holds you back. Come with me and learn: 1. What’s actually driving doubt (hint: safety!), and why it’s a normal part of the hu...

Today I’m talking about a mindset that quietly fueled insomnia and kept me stuck for years.  This mindset can create pressure, anxiety, and an endless loop of trying to "get it right." If you're feeling stuck... overwhelmed... wondering why your brain still won't let go — this might be a part of the picture. Tune in to explore the quiet beliefs that keep this loop alive, and ho...

It was such fun to sit down with Richard Wills MD, resident sleep coach in the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship, to discuss why conventional advice often misses the mark when it comes to insomnia.  Tune in to hear: The only two factors that truly influence sleep Why CBT-I can backfire (even though it's considered the "gold standard") How rigid, rule-based systems can actually increase...

This episode is a little science, a little woo, and a whole lot of HOPE. If you’ve ever felt like the harder you try to sleep, the more impossible it becomes — you’re not alone. In this talk, Beth breaks down: Why paying so much attention to sleep makes it less likely to happen How multiple sleep realities already exist (yes, even the peaceful one!) Why working through sleep anxiety requires looki...

Mike spent months fighting with sleep. Melatonin? Nope. Sleep hygiene? Not the magic answer. CBT-I? Let’s just say it had him sitting in the dark, petting his cat, calculating his “sleep score” like a mathematician. The more he tried, the worse things got. Until he realized something HUGE — the best way to control sleep is to not try and control it. This episode is packed with powerful insights yo...