In this practical and empowering episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Morgan Adams, holistic sleep coach and founder of Morgan Adams Wellness. Morgan shares her personal journey from battling years of insomnia and reliance on sleeping pills to becoming a certified coach who now helps women reclaim their rest naturally. She opens up about her struggles with Ambien, how the pandemic triggered a renewed interest in sleep health, and what ultimately inspired her to launch her wellness business.
Morgan breaks down the real reasons so many of us struggle with sleep, including stress, circadian rhythm disruption, hormonal shifts, and environmental factors. She also explains how our mindset, daily routines, and even nutrition play a role in getting restful sleep. From building consistent wake-up times to getting early morning sunlight, she shares simple, science-backed strategies that can make a huge difference.
Desiree and Morgan dive into everything from sleep trackers and their potential downsides to the truth about waking up at 3 a.m. and why you shouldn’t always believe the thoughts you have in the middle of the night. Morgan also offers practical advice on creating a better sleep environment, using movement and nutrition to support sleep, and how to stop labeling yourself as a “bad sleeper.”
Whether you’re someone who wakes up groggy, lies awake with racing thoughts, or just wants to improve your sleep hygiene, this episode is filled with helpful tips, real talk, and compassionate support. Tune in to learn how small shifts can help you sleep better, feel better, and show up more fully in your life.
Bio:
Morgan Adams is a transformative holistic sleep coach who empowers women to conquer their battle with sleepless nights, without reliance on sleep medications. With her powerful sleep toolkit, Morgan not only ensures that women experience a profound enhancement in their sleep quality, but she also guides them in rekindling their relationship with sleep, paving the way for less stressful and more fulfilling days.
Having struggled with insomnia and dependency on prescription sleeping pills for almost a decade, Morgan intimately understands the profound impact sleep has on one’s quality of life.
Morgan’s resilience shines bright as a two-time breast cancer survivor. This experience fueled her advocacy for a lifestyle rooted in disease prevention. Her wisdom and guidance extend far beyond just sleep, as she champions holistic well-being in all aspects of life.
Connect with Morgan:
Email: morgan@morganadamswellness.com
Website: https://www.morganadamswellness.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morgan.a.blake
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganadams.wellness/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganadamswellness/
Resources:
Books mentioned:
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker - https://amzn.to/4j8qwDD
Podcasts mentioned:
Sleep Is a Skill by Molly Eastman - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sleep-is-a-skill-podcast/id1501931597
Huberman Lab - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huberman-lab/id1545953110
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