Welcome back to Sleep Reimagined, where we dive into the science, stories, and innovations shaping the way we rest. In today’s episode, host Nyree Penn confront a modern dilemma: is technology truly helping us get better sleep, or is it quietly sabotaging our nights?

From the irresistible urge to scroll on our phones before bed, to the ever-expanding world of sleep trackers and smart devices, our digital habits may be doing more harm than good. Nyree Penn unpacks the biology behind tech-triggered insomnia like how blue light suppresses melatonin, why dopamine depletion from endless content can leave us wired but unrested, and how even well-intentioned wearables can trigger new forms of anxiety, such as “orthosomnia,” the obsession with achieving perfect sleep scores.

But it’s not all doom and gloom! This episode also explores how we can mindfully use technology, analyze our sleep data responsibly, and reclaim restful nights without letting our devices rule the bedroom. Whether you’ve found yourself binge-watching, doom-scrolling, or fixating on your sleep app’s numbers, this conversation will give you insight and practical steps toward sleep that’s truly restorative.

So, if you’ve ever wondered why you feel tired after a full night in bed, or if you’re searching for ways to outsmart tech-induced insomnia, this episode is for you. Let’s rethink our relationship with technology and rediscover what it means to really rest.

00:00 "Tech's Impact on Sleep"

04:46 "Bedtime Creep and Tech Overload"

06:50 "Obsessing Over Body Data"

10:58 "Melatonin, Sleep, and Blue Light"

14:48 "Dangers of Digital Escapism"

18:57 Sleep Data and Perception Misalignment

22:23 "Orthosomnia: Sleep Anxiety Unpacked"

24:06 "Rethinking the 8-Hour Sleep"

26:45 Sleep Habits and Neurotherapy Reset

30:32 "Optimizing Sleep Through Data"

33:15 "Optimize Sleep Habits and Data"

39:17 "Sleep Medication Addiction Problems"

41:24 "Personalized Sleep Therapy with Anesthesia"

43:44 "Stay Rested"

Show Website - https://sleepreimaginedshow.com/

Nyree's Book - Why we don't sleep

Nyree Penn's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/prosomnia/

Prosomnia Sleep Website - https://prosomniasleep.com/

TopHealth Media Website - https://tophealth.care/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”