Keys to Optimize your Sleep With ABC News Anchor and Author of 'The Sleep Fix', Diane Macedo

Are you interested in learning some keys to get a restful night's sleep? In this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with ABC news anchor and the author of 'The Sleep Fix: Practical, Proven, and Surprising Solutions for Insomnia, Snoring, Shift Work, and More', Diane Macedo.  Kristel and Diane bust some myths around sleep, Diane shares the methods that helped her overcome insomnia, some common tips that actually made her sleep worse and more.  Tune in now! 

Key Takeaways From This Episode

• Tips for busy people who are looking to get a restful night's sleep
• How to deal with an overactive mind at bedtime
• How doing too much at bedtime can be counterproductive 
• Common myths about destructive sleep 
• The key things that helped Diane overcome insomnia

Disclaimer: All information and views shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not intended to provide medical advice or treatment recommendations. The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health professional when you have any questions regarding your specific health, sleep, changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.

About Diane Macedo

Diane Macedo is currently an anchor and correspondent for ABC News, appearing on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, Nightline, World News Now, and America This Morning, as well as breaking news reports. She’s also an anchor for ABC News Live, where she hosts several daily newscasts and covers breaking news and special events. An alum of Boston College, she lives in New York City with her two children.

Up to sixty percent of the population is estimated to suffer from insomnia, while many more unknowingly struggle with other sleep disorders. Now COVID-19 and the life changes resulting from it have opened up a whole new world of sleep obstacles. So, as we approach the New Year—and hope for a fresh start, how do we learn to sleep well?

Former insomniac Diane sets out to answer this question in her new book THE SLEEP FIX: Practical, Proven, and Surprising Solutions for Insomnia, Snoring, Shift Work, and More (William Morrow, 12/14).  Macedo breaks down the science of sleep like never before, undergoing numerous sleep tests and gathering solutions from experts all across sleep science.   

Connect with Diane

• Website: The Sleep Fix
• Diane's Course https://www.sleepfixmethod.com/resources 
• Facebook: Diane Macedo
• Instagram: @dianermacedo  @sleepfixmethod
• Twitter: @dianermacedo
• Get Diane's Book https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Fix-Practical-Surprising-Solutions/dp/0063040026 

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated podcast, “Live Greatly,” a show frequently ranked in the top 1% for self-improv