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May 2023
1h 7m

Dr. Gina Poe: The Science of Better Slee...

Shane Parrish
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Dr. Gina Poe has spent nearly four decades studying the science of sleep, and how we can all get a better night’s rest by making some simple changes in our lives. In this episode Poe dives deep into what she’s learned about sleep during her career, including the stages of sleep, why you’re waking up in the middle of the night, why some people remember their ... Show More
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