Keys to Optimize your Sleep With ABC News Anchor and Author of 'The Sleep Fix', Diane Macedo

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Are you interested in learning some keys to get a restful night's sleep? In this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with ABC news anchor and the author of 'The Sleep Fix: Practical, Proven, and Surprising Solutions for Insomnia, Snoring, Shift Work, and More', Diane Macedo. Kristel and Diane bust some myths around sleep, Diane shares the methods that helped her overcome insomnia, some common tips that actually made her sleep worse and more. Tune in now!

Key Takeaways From This Episode

• Tips for busy people who are looking to get a restful night's sleep
• How to deal with an overactive mind at bedtime
• How doing too much at bedtime can be counterproductive
• Common myths about destructive sleep
• The key things that helped Diane overcome insomnia

Disclaimer: All information and views shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not intended to provide medical advice or treatment recommendations. The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health professional when you have any questions regarding your specific health, sleep, changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.

About Diane Macedo

Diane Macedo is currently an anchor and correspondent for ABC News, appearing on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, Nightline, World News Now, and America This Morning, as well as breaking news reports. She’s also an anchor for ABC News Live, where she hosts several daily newscasts and covers breaking news and special events. An alum of Boston College, she lives in New York City with her two children.

Up to sixty percent of the population is estimated to suffer from insomnia, while many more unknowingly struggle with other sleep disorders. Now COVID-19 and the life changes resulting from it have opened up a whole new world of sleep obstacles. So, as we approach the New Year—and hope for a fresh start, how do we learn to sleep well?

Former insomniac Diane sets out to answer this question in her new book THE SLEEP FIX: Practical, Proven, and Surprising Solutions for Insomnia, Snoring, Shift Work, and More (William Morrow, 12/14). Macedo breaks down the science of sleep like never before, undergoing numerous sleep tests and gathering solutions from experts all across sleep science.

Connect with Diane

• Website: The Sleep Fix
• Diane's Course https://www.sleepfixmethod.com/resources
• Facebook: Diane Macedo
• Instagram: @dianermacedo @sleepfixmethod
• Twitter: @dianermacedo
• Get Diane's Book https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Fix-Practical-Surprising-Solutions/dp/0063040026

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated podcast, “Live Greatly,” a show frequently ranked in the top 1% for self-improvement. Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale. With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance.

Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Mazda, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4’s WDAF-TV’s Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children. She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

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Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions. Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations. They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content. Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.