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Matthew Walker

05/01/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Creating a dark environment at night is crucial; consider using blackout curtains and reducing light exposure an hour before bed.

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Sleep Scientist: This Is What Poor Sleep Really Does to Your Body and Brain w/ Matt Walker | #167

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Sleep Scientist: This Is What Poor Sleep Really Does to Your Body and Brain w/ Matt Walker | #167

05/01/25

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Andrew Huberman

01/03/22

@ Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Dimming lights in the evening is crucial as bright light inhibits melatonin production, which is essential for sleep.

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Andrew Huberman

08/08/22

@ Andrew Huberman

In the evening, avoid bright artificial lights of any color, especially between 10:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m., to optimize your sleep quality.

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Andrew Huberman

04/25/25

@ Andrew Huberman

I recommend dimming your lights at night to facilitate a smoother transition to sleep and improve sleep quality.

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Andrew Huberman

05/22/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Keeping the room dark and cool is beneficial for sleep, as it helps regulate body temperature during the night.

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Andrew Huberman

08/08/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Dimming indoor lights after sunset and using low-level lighting can help signal to your body that it's time to wind down for sleep.

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Andrew Huberman

04/25/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Bright lights at night suppress melatonin, the hormone responsible for sleepiness, and increase cortisol levels. Blocking short wavelengths of light can help mitigate these effects.

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Andrew Huberman

05/22/25

@ Andrew Huberman

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

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Matthew Walker

04/17/24

@ Andrew Huberman

If you're not a natural napper, you can improve your chances of napping by mimicking nighttime sleep conditions: darken the room, block out noise, and use a blanket to create a cozy environment.

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Andrew Huberman

08/08/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Light and darkness are powerful tools for regulating sleep; exposure to light signals your body to be awake, while darkness encourages sleep.