DORA drugs work by gently reducing wakefulness rather than knocking you out, allowing for a more natural sleep experience.

I've publicly advocated for a new class of sleep medications called DORAs, which promote naturalistic sleep rather than sedation.

Practices like magnesium threonate and apigenin can significantly improve sleep quality.

Improving REM sleep is crucial, as it is often the first phase affected by stress; strategies to enhance it can lead to better overall sleep quality.

REM sleep acts as an electrical fertilizer, stimulating the growth of connections in the brain, which is essential during infancy.

To combat procrastination, consider behavioral strategies or supplements that can increase dopamine levels, such as L-Dopa or certain antidepressants.

Viewing light in the afternoon helps regulate dopamine production and prepares your body for better sleep by reducing retinal sensitivity to light at night.

To improve sleep quality, aim for focused work blocks early in the day, as this aligns with when cognitive function is at its peak.

During the second phase of the day, 9 to 14 hours after waking, dopamine and norepinephrine levels decrease, while serotonin rises, leading to a more relaxed state that is beneficial for certain types of habit formation.