Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 534: Alcohol and Sleep
RE 534: Alcohol and Sleep
RE 534: Alcohol and Sleep
Monday 12th May 2025
Discover how alcohol affects your sleep and why quitting might lead to better rest and well-being.
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol significantly disrupts REM sleep, affecting daily functioning.
- Quitting alcohol can restore healthy sleep patterns over time.
- Ben shares how sobriety improved his life as a musician.
- Self-help books and solo activities support personal growth.
- Better sleep enhances overall health and well-being.
Alcohol wrecks your sleep, and your sleep determines how awesome or shitty your next day is.
Ever wondered how alcohol affects your sleep? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, host Paul Churchill is joined by Ben, a 45-year-old musician from Liverpool, UK, who has been sober since September 2021. Together, they explore the intricate relationship between alcohol and sleep, offering insights that might just change the way you view your nightly rest. Paul kicks things off with a fascinating discussion on sleep science, drawing on research from experts like Andrew Huberman and Matthew Walker.
Did you know that alcohol can mess with your REM sleep, leaving you feeling like a zombie the next day? It's like pulling your phone off the charger at 38% - not ideal for a productive day ahead! Ben shares his personal journey of sobriety, reflecting on how quitting alcohol transformed his life and sleep patterns. As a touring musician, Ben offers a unique perspective on staying sober in an industry often associated with partying.
He talks about his new-found love for self-help books and the joys of doing things solo, from comedy nights to horse riding. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the profound effects of alcohol on sleep and overall well-being. Whether you're contemplating sobriety or simply looking to improve your sleep quality, there's plenty to ponder here. So, could saying goodbye to alcohol be the key to unlocking better sleep and a brighter tomorrow?