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How to sleep smarter and recover faster
Optimize your sleep routine with expert tips and devices.
Mario Peshev
July 30, 2025
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The Smarter Brain Team
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3 Ideas for Better Habits
Sleep Isn’t Just Rest
Neuroscientist and sleep expert, Matthew Walker, on the transformative power of sleep.
“Practice does not make perfect. It is practice, followed by a night of sleep, that leads to perfection.”
Better Sleep, Better You
Health expert Shawn Stevenson on the foundational role of sleep in personal transformation.
“You will perform better, make better decisions, and have a better body when you get the sleep you require.”
Light by Day, Rest by Night
Circadian rhythm expert, Satchin Panda, on the power of timing for optimal health.
“lots of light during the day, no light at night, less noise, relatively cooler temperatures at night, and earlier dinner. Each of these factors has been shown to contribute to better sleep.”
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Productivity Tools and Resources
Biohacking Sleep Techniques For Better Health
Enhance recovery and longevity through smarter sleep practices. This article focuses on how high-quality sleep acts as the cornerstone of long-term health. Learn how to regulate cortisol levels, eliminate blue light disruptions, and use sleep-enhancing supplements like magnesium and glycine to strengthen immunity and slow cognitive aging.
Precision Wellness on Your Finger
The Oura Ring is a sleek, science-backed wearable designed to track your sleep, activity, heart rate, temperature, and recovery - all from the comfort of your finger. With advanced sensors and a focus on personalized insights, Oura helps you understand your body’s rhythms, optimize your daily routines, and make informed decisions about your health and performance. Whether you're focused on peak productivity, improved sleep, or long-term well-being, Oura puts powerful health intelligence right at your fingertips.
Smarter Sleep Starts Here
The Dreem Headband is a cutting-edge sleep wearable that combines EEG brainwave tracking with real-time audio stimulation to improve sleep quality and provide in-depth insights. Designed for people who want to understand and optimize their sleep at a neurological level, Dreem measures brain activity, heart rate, breathing, and movement with clinical-grade precision. Its smart algorithms coach you through better sleep habits, while its non-invasive design ensures comfort throughout the night. Perfect for those serious about science-backed sleep improvement and cognitive performance.
What We're Reading
The Sleep Doctor Newsletter: Unlock the science of better sleep with expert insights, practical tips, and the latest research from Dr. Michael Breus. Each issue delivers evidence-based guidance on improving sleep quality, boosting energy, and enhancing overall well-being - helping you wake up to a healthier, more productive life.
Lab U Newsletter: Dive into the cutting edge of human performance, longevity, and science-backed wellness. Each issue brings you curated research, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help you optimize your body, sharpen your mind, and live with purpose in a rapidly evolving world.
Brain Food
Today I Learned: This prevents you from acting out your dreams - a safety mechanism built into your brain. (Source)
Science: This drop helps induce sleep: in fact, a cooler bedroom can help you fall asleep faster. (Source)
Have a productive rest of your week,
The Smarter Brain Team
Resource Spotlight
Sleep Science, Recovery Hacks, Peak Energy
Monthly dispatches go beyond bedtime tips - delivering evidence-backed strategies, performance psychology, and biohacking tools to optimize your nights and supercharge your days. Built for thinkers, builders, and high-performers who treat sleep as their secret weapon - not a luxury.
Support Systems, Sleep Engineering, Real Recovery
Monthly dispatches break down the science of rest with gear guides, expert-backed reviews, and body-aligned strategies. Tailored for side sleepers, deep sleepers, and restless minds who know real recovery starts with the right foundation.
Biohacks, Deep Rest, High Output
Monthly dispatches distill sleep science into actionable tactics - blending neurobiology, smart supplementation, and habit design. Made for peak performers who treat sleep as fuel, not a fallback.
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