Ever feel like those trendy wellness hacks aren't giving you the results you want? That's probably because you're overlooking some far more basic – and powerful – fundamentals in your daily life that when done right, can unlock the key to sorting out nearly every other area of your life. That's right: sleeping, drinking water, and breathing. Sounds too simple, right?

Today I'm diving deep into these fundamentals with Dr. Michael Breus, known worldwide as The Sleep Doctor. He's here to reveal how these three basic behaviors can revolutionize your health – and why so many of us are doing them wrong without even knowing it. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the latest wellness trends, exhausted from chasing the next big thing, or just plain tired of being tired, this conversation is your wake-up call. Whether you're dealing with fatigue, stress, brain fog, or just feeling stuck in your wellness journey, Dr. Breus shares practical, easy-to-implement strategies that will change how you think about health. From understanding your sleep chronotype to learning the proper way to hydrate and breathe, we're getting back to basics in the most powerful way.

WE DISCUSS

(00:01:35): Why wellness has gotten too complicated and how to simplify it

(00:13:45): Understanding your sleep chronotype (Lion, Bear, Wolf, or Dolphin)

(00:24:08): How to enjoy alcohol without destroying your sleep

(00:29:34): The "Power Down Hour" technique for better sleep

(00:31:40): Proper hydration techniques

(00:40:36): The science of breathing and anxiety reduction

(00:49:19): Understanding sleep apnea and treatment options

CONNECT WITH DR. BREUS

- Website: TheSleepDoctor.com

- Take the Chrono Quiz

- Sleep, Drink, Breathe by Dr. Michael Breus

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Ready for a fresh take on your horoscope that actually feels "left brain" logical? In this episode, I sit down with astrologer and author Ophi Edut to explore her revolutionary I AM system that blends traditional astrology with modern personality typing. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, you'll love how this approach helps you understand your natural strengths and weaknesses so you can live more in alignment with your true self. We dive deep into the three core archetypes – Innovator, Authority, and Maven – and discuss how knowing your type can help you navigate relationships, career decisions, and personal growth. Plus, Ophi shares fascinating insights about what 2025 holds for each type and how we can all better handle the rapid changes happening in our world.

WE DISCUSS

(00:02:39): Introduction to the I AM system and how it differs from traditional astrology

(00:03:18): Deep dive into the three types: Innovator, Authority, and Maven

(00:06:48): Understanding the strengths and potential growth areas of each type

(00:16:54): How to use the I AM system for goal-setting and planning for 2025

(00:23:19): Dealing with decision fatigue and major life transitions

(00:29:56): Addressing skepticism about astrology and personality typing

(00:36:44): Using the system to improve relationships and communication

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The Astrology Advantage book

The I*AM Archetype Quiz

2025 Horoscope Planners

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It's Thanksgiving week, which means there's a good chance you're thinking about everything else besides giving OR thanks. Stressing about the army of guests swarming your house, or aggravated by horrendous holiday shopping and travel. Let's be real, it can be a glass-half empty kind of week (or make that a glass completely empty, thanks to your crazy cousin's political rants across the table). Well, in this episode I want to get us back to a glass runneth over mentality, so I'm sharing a short gratitude meditation that will help you press reset and get grounded in all that's good in the world. And here's the beautiful thing about gratitude — it's like a muscle we can strengthen, even (or especially) when life feels turbulent. Think of it as your internal holiday survival kit. And guess what? Not only is gratitude contagious, the more you practice it, the more you have to be grateful for. That's right, your abundance multiplies. This practice will help you move beyond surface-level thankfulness into deeper appreciation — the kind that can transform our entire experience of these holidays or any season.

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