Like exercise and nutrition, sleep is central to good health. Poor sleep is associated with a slew of ailments, from obesity to depression. And yet, so many of us—Road to Resilience producers included—don’t get enough high-quality sleep. So we called sleep expert Rafael Pelayo, MD for advice. Dr. Pelayo is the author of “How to Sleep." In this episode, he explains how sleep keeps us resilient and offers science-backed tips that go beyond “sleep hygiene.” Also covered: Ancient Egyptian dream chambers, dreaming robots, napping, mattresses, and more! Rafael Pelayo, MD, is a Clinical Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine in the Division of Sleep Medicine. Links: The Mount Sinai Integrative Sleep CenterDr. Pelayo’s official bio“How to Sleep” by Dr. Rafael Pelayo