How Chad improved his sleep by undoing all the changes he had made in response to his insomnia (#28)

Insomnia Coach® Podcast

Chad went through a period of sleeplessness due to work-related stress, but eventually, his sleep began to recover. However, one night of complete insomnia caused him to spiral into anxiety and more sleeplessness. As a result, he became fixated on sleeping well and made several changes such as going to bed earlier and withdrawing from activities he enjoyed in an attempt to sleep better. Unfortunately, Chad soon realized that his obsession with sleep was fueling his insomnia. Therefore, he decided to reverse his changes and spend less time in bed, allowing himself to feel sleepy again. He also began to prioritize his life based on his values, regardless of how well he slept. This approach improved the quality of his days and helped him realize that he could still function well, even with little or no sleep. By abandoning his efforts to control his sleep and living according to his values, Chad was able to shift his focus away from sleep and create better conditions for it to happen naturally. As a result, he was able to overcome his insomnia and move on from this difficult period in his life. Watch/listen to this episode