Often when people speak about insomnia and disturbed sleep, they either talk about it as if it is some mystery disease (as in I have tried everything and don’t know why this is happening to me) or they try to simplify it to one single solution (it’s mindset, temperature, light…

Often clients come to me because they want to “sleep better” “sleep well” or “sleep like they used to”. While on the surface, these expectations sound logical, when we examine them further, we often uncover potential problems which can complicate the client’s recovery process. What Does Healthy Sleep Mean to You? Formal coach training is all about…

Have you ever wondered why you have such a hard time sleeping at night and yet the second you go to meditate or do breathwork it becomes almost impossible to stay awake? It is estimated that 30–35% of adults experience sleep problems. To put it into context, that is about…

There is a lot of confusion out there about how much we should all be sleeping. The media and sleep experts say 7–9 hrs a night but is this actually true? First it’s important to look at the facts. It is commonly agreed that healthy humans experience 4–6 sleep cycles…

What NOT To Do When You Have Insomnia. I experienced insomnia last night, for the first time in a long time. It reminded me, it’s not just what to do when you encounter insomnia that’s important, it’s what NOT to do! (Hint: sleep anxiety ALWAYS makes insomnia worse.) What do I mean by this? Well first, let’s look…

It is common for insomnia clients to worry about the effect of insomnia on their health. This is largely due to the media (which loves nothing more than horrific tales of doom and gloom!) We are repeatedly told that if we don’t get a minimum of 7 hrs sleep a…

Anytime a client comes to me complaining of insomnia and circular thoughts I get curious, and not just about their sleep. What does the rest of their day look like? It is common for people to want to “do all the stuff.” Depending on a client’s priorities they could be…

When speaking with clients both during and after their insomnia experiences, I am often struck by the changes that occur during this process. In the beginning, clients are often angry, confused, and afraid. They see themselves as broken, a victim of insomnia. …

So, what is Yes And Theory and what does it have to do with insomnia? Don’t worry, you have not missed groundbreaking new research, that is guaranteed to make you sleep. Unfortunately, that does not exist because, as we all know, you can’t control sleep. …