The Science and Medicine of Sleep
What Does It Mean To Say Reality Is A Dream With Scholar-Practitioner B. Alan Wallace [#11]
Join Andrew and the distinguished scholar-practitioner B. Alan Wallace for a truly remarkable conversation. Dr. Wallace is renowned for his incisive clarity and rigorous intellect, and this is fully evident as he cascades over a tremendous amount of material.
The Nuts-And-Bolts Of Addiction And How It Relates To Non-Lucidity With Dr. Judson Brewer [#13]
Join Andrew and Dr. Judson Brewer as they take a close look at the nuts-and-bolts of addiction, and how it relates to non-lucidity. Judson shares the recent work of his lab, and the neuroscience that helps us understand how we get hooked into virtually anything, including our dreams.
The Major Factors Affecting Sleep and Wake States [41]
I’ll review the major factors affecting sleep and wake states and how they underlie common sleep hygiene recommendations. Then go beyond sleep hygiene to create behaviors that prioritize sleep, discuss how to implement these practices in the real world, and utilize some technological aids currently available.
Understanding the Ins and Outs of Sleep [40]
In this Webinar Dr. Ed O’Malley, a sleep doctor, joins us for a look at the science and medicine of sleep: “Understanding the ins and outs of sleep.” In a power-point presentation, Ed discusses the two stages of REM and NREM sleep, and why both are important; sleep architecture, or the classic four phases of sleep; sleep need as a biological drive; how sleep changes across the lifespan; and how to decide how much sleep we really need.
The Practical Importance of Getting Good Sleep [39]
This webinar starts a brief series on the Science and Medicine of sleep, with an emphasis on the practical importance of getting good sleep. There are over 100 sleep disorders, and understanding some of the most common disorders can be a literal life-saver.
The Importance of Good Sleep Hygiene [8]
In this Webinar Andrew discusses the importance of good sleep hygiene, which “prepares the bed” for lucid dreaming. He starts with Western approaches, then transition into the more subtle Eastern approaches. Good sleep hygiene adheres to the maxim, “The preliminaries are more important than the main practice,” and is a key component to lucid sleep onset.
The Importance of Good Sleep Hygiene [9]
In this Webinar Andrew discusses the importance of good sleep hygiene, which “prepares the bed” for lucid dreaming. He starts with Western approaches, then transitions into the more subtle Eastern approaches. Good sleep hygiene adheres to the maxim, “The preliminaries are more important than the main practice,” and is a key component to lucid sleep onset.
What is Sleep Paralysis?
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night and found yourself partly conscious, yet unable to move? Perhaps you feel tightness in your chest, a sense of heaviness, or have trouble breathing? Maybe you notice voices nearby and then a dark figure comes toward you. You try to call out for help, but nothing comes out! While this can be a terrifying experience, it is a relatively common phenomenon known as sleep paralysis.
Science and Medicine of Sleep
A great deal of scientific research has revealed the physiological underpinnings of sleep and dreams. In this section of Night Club we will unpack how staying current on the science and medicine of sleep can provide real benefits for you.