How to Fix Your Middle-of-the-Night Wake-Ups with Dr Michael Breus

Why are you waking up in the middle of the night, and why is it so hard to fall back asleep? Andrea talks with Dr. Michael Breus, known as The Sleep Doctor, about the biology behind night wakings, the common sleep advice that backfires, and the practical shifts that can help. From melatonin and sleep meds to caffeine, alcohol, and inconsistent wake times, this episode helps you make sense of what your body is doing at night so you can work with it instead of against it. Tune in, take action, and start sleeping better tonight.  ✨ Learn more about Dr. Michael Breus and Discover Your Chronotype Quiz: https://sleepdoctor.com/whatresonates Recorded: May 12th, 2026 Episode Highlights:  00:00 - Lucid Dreaming Teaser 00:34 - Podcast Welcome Intro 01:06 - Meet Dr Michael Breus 02:35 - Why Sleep Changes Life 05:09 - Sleep Flexibility Quality 06:19 - Wake Time Consistency 11:17 - Aging Sleep Myths 14:01 - Chronotypes and Genetics 16:43 - Why You Wake 1 to 3 AM 18:42 - Don’t Pee Don’t Clock 22:27 - 4-7-8 Breathing Protocol 26:22 - Relax Reset Positivity 30:04 - Calming Night Worries 31:02 - Power Down Hour Routine 34:56 - Sleep Environment Gear 37:53 - Sleep Masks That Work 40:08 - Exercise Timing Rules 42:00 - Meditation And Sleep 43:56 - Dreams And Lucid States 48:15 - Supplements And Bloodwork 50:17 - Melatonin Myths And Risks 54:43 - Sleep Meds Safety 57:51 - Caffeine Alcohol Cutoffs 01:00:50 - Wrap Up And Farewell Sleep Doctor At Home SleepTest (SleepDoctor.com) The Sleep Doctor At-Home Sleep Test provides clinical-level sleep analysis from the comfort of your own bed. Using two simple sensors and a connected app, users receive personalized results reviewed by a licensed provider in under a week. Orion Cooling Mattress Pad (orionsleep.com) The Orion Cooling Mattress Pad uses active temperature regulation technology to maintain an optimal sleep environment and reduce overheating throughout the night. It offers smart-bed-level cooling benefits at a more accessible price point. NextSense Earbuds (nextsense.io) These ear buds use EEG sensors to detect deep sleep and deliver gentle sound pulses to enhance restorative sleep. Andrea's Links: https://beacons.ai/andrea_kennedy Andrea's Reiki Business Success Course: https://www.mainstreamreiki.com/reiki-business-success-course Visit our website Visit our Amazon Shop  Sponsored by The Mainstream Reiki Community https://members.mainstreamreiki.com/ HealthyLine offers revolutionary PEMF  and far-infrared mats. Get 10% off and free shipping in the continental US with code "Mainstream10FS". What Resonates? is produced by Twisted Spur Media Andrea may earn money through Amazon for qualifying purchases. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program do not  reflect those of the podcast or anyone affiliated with its production. This program is presented for entertainment purposes only. The utilization of the information provided is at the listener’s own discretion.