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Mind. Body. Sleep.® - Retrain Your Brain. Restore Your Sleep. Reclaim Your Life.
Mind. Body. Sleep.® is your go-to podcast for breaking free from insomnia and reclaiming your nights—naturally. Hosted by holistic sleep coach Beth Kendall, who fully recovered after 42 years of chronic insomnia, this show explores the fascinating science of neuroplasticity, the nervous system, and the powerful mind-body connection that shapes how we sleep.
Each episode brings hope and clarity, helping you understand why insomnia develops and how to retrain your brain for lasting, restorative rest. Through expert insights, practical tools, and real-life recovery stories, you’ll discover a new path to peaceful sleep that doesn’t rely on medication or quick fixes.
If you’ve been searching for a holistic, science-backed approach to overcoming insomnia, you’re in the right place. Get ready to transform your relationship with sleep—and with yourself.
Episodes
73 episodes
How Patti Let Go of Sleep Rules and Reclaimed Her Life | Ep 72
It's such an honor to talk with Patti. After 33 years of insomnia, she shares how she moved out of the struggle and left sleep rules behind.We talk candidly about the messy middle, letting go of sleep meds, and what real transfo...
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How Long Until Insomnia Goes Away? | Ep 71
“How long until this goes away?”It’s a question almost everyone asks and it’s the one that keeps us stuck. In this episode, we talk about hyperarousal, timeline thinking, the waiting game, and why recovery begins w...
10 Signs You’re Recovering From Insomnia | Ep 70
Wondering what true recovery actually looks?Feel like sleep is the ONLY sign that things are getting better?Wish you had a clearer sense of whether you’re on the right track?This episode is for you.Most ...
Is It Normal to Pee All the Time With Insomnia? | Ep 69
Going to the bathroom multiple times a night?Lying in bed thinking, “I better go again… just in case"?If you struggle with insomnia and nighttime bladder urgency, this episode is for you.Tune in to hear:<...
Insomnia and the Science of Focus | Ep 68
When I had insomnia, I couldn’t figure out why anything having to do with sleep felt so GIGANTIC in my mind.Every nuance, every sensation, every night felt more critical than the last.It was very life-or-death to me.What...
Why You Get Wired at Bedtime (Encore) | Ep 67
In this encore episode, I dive into the surprising reason your brain won’t let you sleep at night, even when nothing is actually wrong.You’ll learn:Why insomnia is rooted in survival, not broken sleepHo...
How Carlos Got His Life Back from Insomnia | Ep 66
In this deeply relatable episode, Carlos shares his honest journey through insomnia.After years of overthinking and long sleep onset, a period of intense work stress pushed his nervous system into full-blown survival mode, and not sleep...
"My Body Will Remember How to Sleep" — Emily's Story | Ep 65
Emily’s insomnia started with a single sleepless night. She’d stayed up late before, but always on purpose. This time, the choice wasn't hers. And that loss of control left her feeling scared, confused, and convinced something inside her must b...
No One Talks About the Grief | Ep 64
When insomnia shows up, it can feel like more than lost sleep.You may grieve the loss of freedom, spontaneity, and the trust you once had.In this episode, Beth talks about:Why grief is a normal part of insomni...
Understanding Hyperarousal w/ Richard Wills | Ep 63
In this foundational episode, Beth is joined by Mind. Body. Sleep.® co-coach Richard Wills to explore one of the most important — and least understood — aspects of insomnia recovery: hyperarousal.Together, they unpack what hyperarousal ...
3 Insights That Freed Me From Insomnia | Ep 62
Beth spent 42 years chasing sleep.Until one day, she realized the very effort to “fix” insomnia was the exact thing keeping her stuck.What followed wasn’t another hack, routine, or bedtime ritual. It was a complete shift in how ...
Rewiring Sleep Anxiety (Encore) | Ep 61
In this episode, I explore what I consider the single most powerful tool for overcoming insomnia — your response. When it comes to long-term recovery, it’s not about finding a magic sleep trick or trying harder to force sleep. It’s about how yo...
From Fear to Freedom: Rik's Journey Out of Insomnia | Ep 60
In this inspiring story, Rik shares how insomnia brought him to his knees — and how he slowly rewired fear into freedom. From panic attacks to the loneliness of sleepless nights, he describes what it was like to feel trapped in the cycle of anx...
Why Does Insomnia Go Away and Come Back? | Ep 59
Ever feel like your insomnia was FINALLY gone… only to have it come back for no apparent reason? This used to drive me absolutely bananas.Insomnia can vanish for weeks, months—or even years at a time, and then reappear ...
How to Stop Overthinking Insomnia | Ep 58
Can't stop thinking about your sleep?Wondering how to get back to clarity?Feel like you're just spinning your wheels?Sounds pretty normal to me.In fact, confusion is often a sign that something deeper is...
Leaving the Research Loop w/ Michelle Weil | Ep 57
Stuck in the research loop with insomnia?You’re not alone.When sleep becomes unpredictable, researching feels like the next best thing to do. Because at least you're doing something… right?But what if t...
Relinking Wakefulness | Ep 56
Have you ever wondered what actually makes insomnia recovery possible? In this episode, I talk about exactly that. We explore one of the most hopeful principles of neuroplasticity — and why it’s the reason getting beyon...
“You Don’t Have to Heal Everything to Sleep Again” — Liz’s Story | Ep 55
I had such a lovely time sitting down with Liz, a psychotherapist and alum of the Mind. Body. Sleep. mentorship.Not only did Liz make it through insomnia herself, but she stayed active in the community to support others still on their w...
How to Overcome Doubt and Keep Moving Forward | Ep 54
Let's talk about doubt. Doubt is something every single person on the recovery path deals with, and I was no exception.In this episode, we take a deeper look at what doubt really is, why it feels so powerful, and how...
The Innocent Mindset That Kept Me Stuck (for years) | Ep 53
Today I’m talking about a mindset that quietly fueled insomnia and kept me stuck for years. This mindset can create pressure, anxiety, and an endless loop of trying to "get it right."If you're feeling stuck... overwhelmed.....
What Traditional Advice Gets Wrong About Insomnia | Ep 52
It was such fun to sit down with Richard Wills MD, resident sleep coach in the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship, to discuss why conventional advice often misses the mark when it comes to insomnia. Tune in to hear:The only ...
3 Quantum Shifts For Insomnia Recovery | Ep 51
This episode is a little science, a little woo, and a whole lot of HOPE.If you’ve ever felt like the harder you try to sleep, the more impossible it becomes — you’re not alone.In this talk, Beth breaks down:Why payin...
"There's Tremendous Power in Letting Go" — Mike's Hope Story | Ep 50
Mike spent months fighting with sleep.Melatonin? Nope.Sleep hygiene? Not the magic answer.CBT-I? Let’s just say it had him sitting in the dark, petting his cat, calculating his “sleep score” like a mat...
How to Deal with Scary Health Information | Ep 49
Our world is FLOODED with health advice. And not all of it is helpful.Especially if you're recovering from insomnia. You're going along, working your way back to peaceful sleep, and then BAM! Another scary statistic s...
Belief or Behavior: Which Comes First? w/ Michelle Weil | Ep 48
This week I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Michelle Weil, fellow sleep coach (and dear friend), to discuss a powerful question in the insomnia recovery process:Does belief shape behavior, or does behavior shift belief...