271 - Awake at 3 AM? Here's How to Fall Back Asleep Fast

The Calm Mom - Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Mindset, Self-Care, Parenting, Work-Life Balance - A podcast by Michelle Grosser - Inspired by Brene Brown, Mel Robbins & Rachel Hollis

Do you wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts and can't seem to fall back asleep?In today’s episode, we dive into that dreaded 3am wakeup, especially for those of us balancing motherhood and high-stress careers. From my own struggle with insomnia and light sleeping, I know how waking up in the middle of the night with a surge of energy can ruin your next day. We'll discuss why this happens, focusing on how our sympathetic nervous system triggers a fight-or-flight re...