Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep: What You Need to Know with Diane MacedoUnlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep: What You Need to Know with Diane Macedo
The One You Feed
Diane Macedo shares her journey from insomnia to restful nights by letting go and understanding sleep's natural process. Learn practical strategies for better rest.
1:01:39•16 Sept 2025
Unlocking Better Sleep with Diane Macedo
Episode Overview
- Stop trying so hard to fall asleep; let it happen naturally.
- Use a notebook to offload worries before bed.
- Understand the two systems that govern sleep for better rest.
- Implement a 'reverse curfew' to strengthen sleep drive.
- Recognize and address the impact of stress on your sleep.
“Sleep isn't something we do; it's something that happens when we stop trying so hard.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Diane Macedo brings a refreshing perspective to sleep in this episode of The One You Feed. Sharing her own struggles with insomnia, Diane unveils how she transformed her restless nights into peaceful slumbers. Her secret? Stop trying so hard! Sleep, she argues, isn't something you do—it's something that happens when you let go.
Host Eric Zimmer and Diane dive into the mechanics of sleep, discussing two systems that govern it and why a notebook might just be better than a sleeping pill. They also tackle how to retrain a wired brain and the idea of a 'reverse curfew' to help insomniacs. Diane's approach is both practical and surprising, making it clear that good sleep is within reach without drastic lifestyle changes.
As she shares the parable of the two wolves, listeners are reminded of the power of feeding the right thoughts and actions in their lives. Whether you're battling insomnia or just looking for better sleep tips, this episode is packed with insights that could transform your nights. So, are you ready to stop counting sheep and start getting real rest?
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