Dexa/The Art of Manliness

Published Feb 4, 2025

Sleep Like a Caveman

Explore how prehistoric sleep patterns can revolutionize modern sleep practices with insights from sleep therapist Merijn van de Laar, as he debunks myths, tackles insomnia with cognitive-behavioral techniques, and emphasizes the role of natural light and activity in achieving restful sleep.

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- Should I aim for 10,000 lux or 100,000 lux of morning light before 9 AM in winter as discussed in the episode Find Your Temperature Minimum to Defeat Jetlag, Shift Work & Sleeplessness | Huberman Lab Podcast #4 and the clip Morning Light Exposure?
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- How to sleep better
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- How can I improve deep sleep?
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- What behavioral adjustments does Andrew Huberman recommend for better sleep?
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- For purposes of changing your biological sleep-wake cycle and moving your wake-up time to an earlier hour, what is Dr. Samer Hattar's suggestion for when to view sunlight in the episode Dr. Samer Hattar: Timing Light, Food, & Exercise for Better Sleep, Energy & Mood | Huberman Lab #43 and the clip Light and Time Zones?
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