We need sleep, but what about rest? What does research say about the benefits of rest? How does it affect our night rest? And what about taking breaks during a workday to unwind and relax? We talk witih Claudia Hammond, who did in-depth research for her book about rest, and James Wong. He is a meditation coach and helps people to find rest in their busy lives.  Show notes Rituals helps you to slow down, take the time to relax, and find a moment of peace in your busy day. In the podcast series...

Almost known to everyone: sleeplessness. Especially in times of stress, it can happen that you cannot get to sleep or wake up in the middle of the night. When does sleeplessness turn into insomnia and become a more serious condition? How should you deal with it? Writer and insomniac Marina Benjamin gives a new perspective on being awake at night and we learn more from sleep physician Guy Leschziner.  Show notes Rituals helps you to slow down, take the time to relax, and find a moment of peace...

Our bedrooms are perhaps the most private spaces in our homes. This is the place where we go to unwind and shut down at night. But how should it look like? From experts Michelle Ogundehin and Nerina Ramlakhan we learn how to create the ultimate bedroom where you can feel safe and relaxed.  Shownotes In this episode, Michelle Ogundehin and Nerina Ramlakhan explain what is important in the interior design of your bedroom. Michelle is a world-renowned designer who was Editor-in-Chief of ELLE...

Episode summary How do our daytime activities affect our night's sleep? We break down the perfect day from the time we wake up until the time we go to bed. We learn from Dr. Katherina Lederle, a sleep scientist and chronobiologist, and Nick Littlehales, an elite sports sleep coach, what we should do - and shouldn't.  Episode shownote Rituals helps you to slow down, take the time to relax, and find a moment of peace in your busy day. In the podcast series ’The Art of Sleep’ you learn from a...

Are you a morning person or a night owl? It all comes down to your body clock. Oxford University Professor Russell Foster explains how it works and the steps you can take to regulate your personal body clock. Linda Geddes shares her experiences with changing her sleep patterns using daylight. Episode notes Rituals helps you to slow down, take the time to relax, and find a moment of peace in your busy day. In the podcast series ’The Art of Sleep’ you learn from a variety of experts how you can...

Rituals helps you to slow down, take the time to relax, and find a moment of peace in your busy day. In the podcast series ’The Art of Sleep’ you learn from a variety of experts how you can improve and induce restful sleep. Join Dagmar Brusse, Creative Director at Rituals, and host Christopher Chambers on their journey of discovery into the world of sleep.  In this episode we learn from Dr. Sophie Bostock about the different kinds of sleep phases we’re going through each night and what the...