Wellness Webisode: Embracing Rest Over the Holidays

Описание: The holidays can bring joy, connection and a lot of disruption to our sleep routine. In this episode of embracing rest, Katie Dumm and Dr. Anne Marie Morse from Geisinger talk through why rest gets pushed aside during the season, and what simple steps can help us protect our sleep so we can feel more grounded and energized.

In this video:
🔹 Learn how seasonal shifts like daylight saving time impact your circadian rhythm.
🔹 Understand why even a 1-hour change can affect mood, focus and daytime functioning.
🔹 Hear practical ways to support healthy sleep during busy holiday schedules.
🔹 Get simple tips for helping kids and families adjust to darker evenings and routine changes.
🔹 Understand why permanent standard time is recommended by sleep specialists.
🔹 Discover how prioritizing rest can help you enjoy the season with more ease.

This conversation is meant to increase awareness and does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, talk with your physician.

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00:00 Introduction
1:20 Seasonal sleep disruptions and time changes
4:40 Holiday stress and immune function
7:29 Metabolic health
8:05 Travel and sleep recovery strategies
10:53 Holiday food and sleep connection
13:47 Weight management and sleep relationship
16:11 Children's holiday sleep strategies
18:14 Effective nap strategies
20:09 Drowsy driving dangers
23:12 Optimal sleep environment
25:36 Holiday wish list sleep items
28:05 Conclusion and takeaways