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Sleep TakeoutAuthor: Sleep Takeout
Sleep advice without a pill. If youve ever tossed and turned and wondered, Why is something everyone does so hard for me? youre not alone. Join Dr. Daniel Baughn, clinical psychologist and sleep expert @danielbaughnphd, and Dr. Michelle Zetoony, sleep and pulmonary medicine specialist @drzetoony, as we dive into the science, psychology, and mystery of sleep. From myths and misconceptions to real-life struggles and solutions, well explore what it really takes to rest wellwithout quick fixes or pills. Come for the insight, stay for the laughs, and leave feeling a little more human (and hopefully a lot more rested). Language: en-us Genres: Education, Hobbies, Leisure, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 111 - S5 What stuck, what works? and Dan Tries Alpha-Stim
Tuesday, 2 December, 2025
Send us a textCBT-I: Session 6 – What Stuck, What Works, and How Alpha-Stim Fits InIn this episode, Michelle Zetoony and Daniel Baughn wrap up their CBT-I series by discussing what strategies have been most effective, how to maintain progress, and how the Alpha-Stim device can help with insomnia. Tune in for practical tips, personal insights, and a deep dive into sleep science!Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Welcome00:14 – What is the Alpha-Stim device?00:47 – FDA Approvals & Clinical Trials01:20 – How the Alpha-Stim works (biofeedback, electricity, neurotransmitters)03:33 – Personal experiences with the device04:43 – Prescription vs. non-prescription devices05:45 – Alpha-Stim for veterans & insurance07:13 – How to research and try Alpha-Stim08:34 – Insomnia, anxiety, and the placebo effect09:53 – Is Alpha-Stim like a TENS unit?12:01 – Wrapping up CBT-I: What has worked?13:10 – Transition routines & buffer zones14:31 – Key CBT-I tips for better sleep16:01 – The 13 essential sleep tips16:41 – 1. Keep the same wake time every day17:53 – 2. Go to bed only when sleepy19:38 – 3. Get out of bed if awake21:00 – 4. Buffer zone activities before bed22:01 – 5. Get out of bed if worrying22:42 – 6. Schedule worry/problem-solving earlier23:20 – 7. Limit time in bed24:30 – 8. Use bed only for sleep & sex25:18 – 9. Don’t nap (with exceptions)26:13 – 10. Don’t cancel activities after poor sleep26:59 – 11. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, exercise before bed27:37 – 12. Accept that poor sleep happens28:00 – 13. Don’t catastrophize setbacks28:40 – Final thoughts & encouragement29:00 – OutroResources:Learn more about Alpha-Stim: https://www.alpha-stim.com/If you found this helpful, please like, subscribe, and share!CBTI# Insomnia# AlphaStim# SleepHealth# Podcast#✨ Real rest isn’t just about falling asleep, it’s about feeling at ease again. I’m Dr. Daniel Baughn, sleep psychologist and co-host of Sleep Takeout. I help professionals and high-achievers who seem to have everything together on the outside but can’t quite turn off their minds at night. 🌙 Discover more about this work or reach out directly at https://www.danielbaughn.com/schedule-now Sometimes, a simple conversation can be the start of real change.If you have questions for Dr. Michelle Zetoony or want to learn more about sleep and wellness, visit https://www.dosleep.com or email us anytime at sleeptakeout@gmail.com We’d love to hear from you! 🌙Theme music "Happy Days by FSM Team" courtesy of https://www.free-stock-music.com Support the showBecome a Sleep Takeout+ Supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1692604/support Watch on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@sleeptakeoutwww.danielbaughn.comwww.dosleep.comsleeptakeout@gmail.com
