17. Nighttime Healing: Unlocking the Power of Rest for Your Body and Spirit

In this episode, I’m kicking off a special summer series where we’re diving deep into some of the most-requested wellness topics—starting with sleep (because wow, does it impact everything!).

This one’s especially close to home for me. I’ve walked through my own struggles with insomnia and restless nights, and I know how defeating it can feel when your body just won’t rest—even when you’re doing “all the right things.” So today, I’m walking you through the real connection between sleep and your hormones—how it affects your libido, intimacy, fertility, stress, and even gut health.

You’ll hear:

• Why quality sleep is so much more than just getting 8 hours
• What’s going on with your hormones when you can’t fall—or stay—asleep
• Emotional and spiritual aspects of rest we don’t talk about enough
• Practical (and doable) ways to regulate your circadian rhythm, support blood sugar, and create a calming sensory-rich routine

Whether you’re in a season of night-waking, stress dreaming, or just want to feel more rested and alive—this episode will help you tune into what your body actually needs.

Thank you to Cozy Earth for sponsoring this episode! If you’re ready to upgrade your summer sleep routine, this is your sign. Go to cozyearth.com and use code DRHEATHER for 40% off their best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, ultra-comfy loungewear, and more. Trust me—you’ll feel the difference the very first night.

Let’s explore what it means to sleep like we’re designed to—with peace, intention, and the kind of trust that only comes when you feel safe to let go.

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