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Insomnia - Understanding Causes and Solutions with Sleep Expert Martin Reed

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Explore the causes and solutions for insomnia in this informative interview with psychotherapist and insomnia coach Martin Reed. Discover how insomnia often begins and is perpetuated by predisposing factors, triggering events, and our responses to sleep disruptions. Learn why common attempts to control sleep, such as going to bed early or staying in bed longer, can be counterproductive. Gain practical advice on when to go to bed, maintaining a consistent wake-up time, and adopting a more accepting approach to wakefulness. Understand the importance of observing thoughts and feelings without suppression to reduce sleep-related struggles. Recognize that insomnia is a common and manageable condition by understanding its mechanics and practicing less effortful responses to sleeplessness. Access additional resources, including Reed's free email series, for further education and strategies to improve sleep without falling into common pitfalls experienced by many insomnia sufferers.

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Insomnia - w/ Sleep Expert Martin Reed

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Therapy in a Nutshell

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