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Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep and Performance: A Conversation with Dr. Leah Kaylor

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Welcome to this episode of Yoga for First Responders On Air! Join hosts Olivia Mead and Eric Brenneman as Olivia interviews special guest Dr. Leah Kaylor, an FBI psychologist who specializes in sleep. Listen in as they dive deep into the critical connection between sleep, mental health, and overall human performance.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The importance of sleep and its impact on health and wellness.
  • Dr. Kaylor's journey from a sleep rotation at the VA to becoming a leading voice on sleep within the FBI.
  • Practical, science-backed strategies for improving sleep quality.
  • The fascinating world of nightmares and how they relate to our daily experiences and emotions.
  • The role of yoga and mindfulness in enhancing sleep and reducing stress.

Whether you're a first responder or simply looking to improve your resilience and well-being, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. Tune in to learn how to harness the transformative power of rest and optimize your performance in high-stress environments.

Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes that blend yoga, neuroscience, and public safety in an authentic and entertaining way!

Dr. Leah Kaylor

https://drleahkaylor.com/

Instagram: @drleahkaylor

Her book If Sleep Were A Drug- now available for purchase!

https://books.by/drleahkaylor

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Welcome to this episode of Yoga for First Responders On Air! Join hosts Olivia Mead and Eric Brenneman as Olivia interviews special guest Dr. Leah Kaylor, an FBI psychologist who specializes in sleep. Listen in as they dive deep into the critical connection between sleep, mental health, and overall human performance.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The importance of sleep and its impact on health and wellness.
  • Dr. Kaylor's journey from a sleep rotation at the VA to becoming a leading voice on sleep within the FBI.
  • Practical, science-backed strategies for improving sleep quality.
  • The fascinating world of nightmares and how they relate to our daily experiences and emotions.
  • The role of yoga and mindfulness in enhancing sleep and reducing stress.

Whether you're a first responder or simply looking to improve your resilience and well-being, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. Tune in to learn how to harness the transformative power of rest and optimize your performance in high-stress environments.

Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes that blend yoga, neuroscience, and public safety in an authentic and entertaining way!

Dr. Leah Kaylor

https://drleahkaylor.com/

Instagram: @drleahkaylor

Her book If Sleep Were A Drug- now available for purchase!

https://books.by/drleahkaylor

Mentioned in this episode:

LUMEBOX:

$260 Off of Lumebox click the link and use code:yogaforfirstresponders https://thelumebox.com/pages/lb68/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=3&affid=4521&discount=yogaforfirstresponders

  continue reading

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