If you think you're not getting the restful sleep you're not alone! Did you know 61% of post-menopausal women have that same complaint?

Today we'll Sherlock Holmes the situation by looking at our list of suspects, the sleep thieves that have been disrupting your sweet dreams. We'll discuss sleep problems, what you can do about them, and how to set up your own sleep routine so you can sleep like a baby...well, better than an actual baby.

Today's Inspiration:
"When we don't nourish ourselves with fresh, healthy food, restful sleep, regular exercise, a daily spiritual practice such as meditation or journaling, and other mind-body healing habits, we will inevitably feel tired, out of balance, irritable, and sometimes even depressed." — Deepak Chopra

Here are some more sleep resources so you can rest assured you're getting the facts on good sleep:

Dr.  Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., a Clinical Psychologist specializing in sleep disorders (AKA the Sleep Doctor). Check out his very informative website all about sleep.  https://thesleepdoctor.com/

The National Sleep Foundation
https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/menopause-and-sleep

Johns Hopkins Medicine https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/how-does-menopause-affect-my-sleep

The New Science of Sleep
https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/201905/the-new-science-sleep?eml

The Calm App — Meditation for when you're awake and asleep. Sleep stories, ASMR, music, nature sounds, and more.

Create Your Own Sleep Journal:
WebMD:
https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/sleep-diary

National Sleep Foundation:
https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sites/default/files/inline-files/SleepDiaryv6.pdf

National Sleep Foundation Loughborough University's Sleep Research Center, United Kingdom
https://www.nhs.uk/livewell/insomnia/documents/sleepdiary.pdf

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