@JenSeniorNY The flexibility, as well as the personalized behavioral plans, lead to the success I see in treating insomnia using CBT-i. It is tough though, but short term pain leads to long term gains. I'm here when your are ready to give CBT-i a third chance 😉 7/7.

@JenSeniorNY In my practice, I promote creating a #sleepmenu instead of #sleephygiene. Don't throw the book at your sleep, try different things. Your #sleeprecipe may be different than your mother in law's. That is ok! It doesn't mean your sleep is broken (an almost universal fear I see). 6/.

@JenSeniorNY In general, #insomnia and #sleep - whether at home or in CBT-i clinics - need to be approached with flexibility and the spirit of experimentation. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to sleep, or insomnia and experimentation can help take the pressure off. 5/.

@JenSeniorNY But I digress. @JenSeniorNY the point I wanted to make to you is that your framing of CBT-i seems quite rigid, (which makes sense given your experience). In practice, CBT-i practitioners need to meet clients within their insomnia and experiment with assortment of tools. 4/.

@JenSeniorNY There is no point in warning a client with insomnia about the health risks of insomnia, as long as they are prioritizing sleep and giving their bodies enough time to sleep. Sleep is one piece of the health pie, you would be better walking everyday than stressing sleep 3/.

@JenSeniorNY Your specific focus on the transition from under-prioritizing to over-prioritizing sleep is precisely what drives severe insomnia. To respond to Dr. Pigeon, disturbed insomnia and under-prioritizing sleep are different public health issues! 2/.

Excellent article by @JenSeniorNY on the state of #insomnia and its treatment in America. I love your first hand approach and detailing of your experience. As a #CBTforinsomnia therapist, I see this med shame and sleep hyperfixation daily. It is a problem. And. 🧵.

RT @kellyanng_dodd: @SleepDoctorTal Such solid advice—sleep isn’t one-size-fits-all, and that’s okay.

If you try something to help your sleep, and it doesn't work, do not freak out! Experiment and find the right plan for you. Everyone's sleep is different!.

These are hilarious. And very accurate, I see FOMO stealing my client's sleep way too often.

RT @SaveStandard: Permanent Standard Time aligns clocks with the sun… It supports human the circadian rhythm, which regulates alertness, sl….

It is healthier to sleep HOW YOU ARE COMFORTABLE. There is no perfect formula.

Preach!!!!.

RT @sleephealthorg: Do you wake up exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep? 😰 You’re not alone—over 24 million Americans suffer from #sl….

RT @michaelgrandner: The #SleepAndSport book with @AmyAthey is out!. Chapter 7 is all about all of the connections between sleep health and….

RT @letswondermind: Have you been leaning into the “sleep is life” philosophy?😴. The challenge of getting to the root of your sleep situati….

#MondayMotivation You are not your sleepiness. You can handle being tired. Do not define yourself by your energy, define yourself by your actions.

“The worst thing in the world is to try to sleep and not to.” — F. Scott Fitzgerald. A new week and another opportunity to focus on your sleep and health. Tip: limit daily caffeine and alcohol intake. #MondayMotivation #Insomnia #sleep.

It's the first day of summer! . Sleep tip: Keeping cool can promote good sleep. Try setting your thermostat to 65-68 degrees. #SummerSolstice #insomnia #FirstDayOfSummer #sleep.

Sleep is important, but it is important to avoid stressing over sleep. Instead, make sure you are prioritizing your sleep. If you are giving yourself enough time to sleep - even if you don't get all of it - you are still one step in the right direction. #WednesdayMotivation.