In several posts and in The Sleep Diet I discuss the power of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I find the concepts of Sleep Restriction, Stimulus Control, and Sleep Hygiene to be most effective when coupled with Relaxation Therapy. Mindfulness is a very effective method of developing the relaxation response. Here are some YouTube links that I… Read more »
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) for insomnia is used to address the thoughts and beliefs that contribute to the problem initiating or maintaining sleep. Common beliefs about sleep that do not help... Read More
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Get Oversleep
Hello! I’m so excited to share an amazing opportunity with you all! In a few days, I will auction off a signed copy of The Sleep Diet, a Novel Approach to Insomnia, with a chance to meet the author, Dr. Jose Colon. The auction will be hosted through GetOversleep (www.facebook.com/GetOversleep) on Thurs January 23 to January 30, 2014. All… Read more »
Explaining Narcolepsy
Explaining Narcolepsy to others can be a challenge. This Narcolepsy 1-2-3 is designed to help educate friends, family, and coworkers about Narcolepsy. Narcolepsy 1 Narcolepsy 2 Narcolepsy 3
Bubbles To Sleep
Next time you find yourself trying to unwind in bed, imagine your inner child blowing bubbles. Purse your lips round, and gently/slowly blow as you exhale. Exhale to where there is almost no more air in your lungs, but not till it hurts. Visualize the clear bubbles, with the reflexion of your inner child or… Read more »
The Sleep Diet
I believe everyone has the capacity to make this world a better place. I believe that when one is well rested they function better and with more compassion. I believe that everyone is capable of sleeping better, and this book can serve as the first step to allowing your mind to unplug, to experience peaceful,… Read more »
