The Surprising Truth About Evening Routines (And Why They’re Not Fixing Your Sleep)
If you’ve found yourself sticking religiously to an evening routine: no screens after 8pm, a mug of herbal tea, a lavender diffuser gently puffing away beside your bed… you’re not alone. It makes sense. When sleep goes off track, we naturally look for something we can control. We Google. We make lists. We try wind-down […]
Is it insomnia? How to know if you have it
It’s easy to assume insomnia just means “not being able to fall asleep.” But if only it were that simple. After nearly 20 years of working in sleep clinics, including at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Hospital, I’ve seen thousands of people suffering from long-term sleep problems. And if there’s one thing I can tell […]
Why do 90% of insomnia treatments fail?
If you’ve struggled with insomnia, chances are you’ve already tried everything. CBD oil, relaxation apps, magnesium, herbal supplements, sleep sprays, expensive gadgets, even hypnotherapy – you name it. And yet, night after night, sleep remains just as elusive. The reason? You can’t fix a long-term sleep problem with a short-term solution. Most sleep aids are […]
Quality vs. Quantity: What Really Matters for Better Sleep?
When struggling with insomnia, it’s easy to fixate on the numbers. How many hours did I sleep last night? Was it enough? Even GPs often focus on sleep duration, asking how many hours a patient is getting and whether it can be increased. But the truth is, sleep isn’t just about quantity – it’s about […]
The top 3 things that kill sleep
Struggling with sleepless nights despite your best efforts? You’re not alone. Over years of working with insomnia sufferers, I’ve identified three common habits that unknowingly sabotage sleep. Let’s explore these pitfalls and how to break free from them for more restful nights. 1. Going to Bed at the Same Time Every Night It might seem […]
The one piece of advice to cure insomnia
Why Waking Up at the Same Time Every Day Can Transform Your Sleep As a sleep expert, there’s one piece of advice I’d recommend to everyone – whether you’re struggling with insomnia or simply looking to optimise your sleep. It’s simple: wake up at the same time every day. This might seem counterintuitive at first, […]
The number 1 sleep improvement habit
The number 1 sleep improvement habit What’s the single most impactful thing you can do to improve your sleep? This is THE question I get asked in every TV interview, podcast, and company webinar I’m invited to. You’re probably thinking: Not looking at screens after 7 pm No caffeine after 2 pm A meditation or […]
The illusion of short-term good sleep
Do you ever reach the point of desperation with your insomnia, where it’s got so bad you think I really must do something about it this time. Then all of a sudden, your sleep seems to “fix” itself and you have a good night’s sleep. Then another… and another… and before you know it it’s […]
Escaping the Limbo of Half-Sleep: How to Achieve Restful Nights
Imagine trying to walk across a tightrope. Above you the warm embrace of sleep feels just out of reach, and below you a perpetual wakefulness awaits. This balancing act is one which so many insomnia sufferers know all too well. One of “half-sleep” or “non-restorative sleep”, a state where you’re not fully awake but not […]
Turning Down the Volume on Your Sleepless Nights
Do you ever wake up in the night with all of your senses on a knife edge? The sound of your partners breathing echoing loudly in your ears. The flash of lights from passing cars blinding you through the curtains. The temperature of the room unbearably hot. It’s as if your senses are dialled up […]