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Martha Redbone: "Sleep Sleep Beauty Bright"

In an enchanting lyrical rendition of William Blake's poem "Sleep Sleep Beauty Bright," singer Martha Redbone blends rhythm, blues and soul with traditional Native American music.
https://www.ted.com/talks/martha_redbone_sleep_sleep_beauty_bright

Playlist: Talks to inspire you to go to bed and get a good night's sleep (6 talks)

Far better than counting sheep, these talks on the importance of sleep may well help you get your zzzzs tonight.
Curated by TED · 6 talks
https://www.ted.com/playlists/talks_to_inspire_you_to_go_to

Russell Foster: Why do we sleep?

Russell Foster is a circadian neuroscientist: He studies the sleep cycles of the brain. And he asks: What do we know about sleep? Not a lot, it turns out, for something we do with one-third of our lives. In this talk, Foster shares three popular theories about why we sleep, busts some myths about how much sleep we need at different ages -- and h...
https://www.ted.com/talks/russell_foster_why_do_we_sleep

Matt Walker: Hacking your memory -- with sleep

We've all been told to get a good night's sleep before a test -- finally, here's the reason why. Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains how getting enough sleep affects how our brains store and process memories.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_hacking_your_memory_with_sleep

Beautyrest: Innovations in sleep

The way we sleep is constantly evolving -- from the first raised beds in ancient Egypt to communal sleeping as a way to keep warm during the Industrial Revolution to separate beds for married couples in Victorian England. Now that we've begun to study sleep as a science, we're starting to understand just how important a good night's sleep can be...
https://www.ted.com/talks/beautyrest_innovations_in_sleep

Matt Walker: How sleep affects your emotions

It's not just your imagination -- you're more irritable when you're low on zzzzs. Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains how our nightly slumber affects the emotional centers in our brains, and why we can think of sleep as first aid for our feelings.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_sleep_affects_your_emotions

Matt Walker: Why better sleep means a better sex life

Want a healthier love life? Get better sleep, says sleep scientist Matt Walker. In this episode, he explains how getting more quality shut-eye can boost fertility and vitality -- plus how sex can even improve your sleep.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_why_better_sleep_means_a_better_sex_life

Matt Walker: Sleep is your superpower

Sleep is your life-support system and Mother Nature's best effort yet at immortality, says sleep scientist Matt Walker. In this deep dive into the science of slumber, Walker shares the wonderfully good things that happen when you get sleep -- and the alarmingly bad things that happen when you don't, for both your brain and body. Learn more about...
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_sleep_is_your_superpower

Masako Tamaki: Can you be awake and asleep at the same time?

Many animals need sleep. But all of the threats and demands animals face don't just go away when it's time to doze. That's why a range of birds, mammals, and even humans experience some degree of asymmetrical sleep, where parts of the brain are asleep and other areas are more active. So, how does it work? Masako Tamaki explores how animals' brai...
https://www.ted.com/talks/masako_tamaki_can_you_be_awake_and_asleep_at_the_same_time

Matt Walker: How caffeine and alcohol affect your sleep

Caffeine wakes you up, and alcohol makes you nod off, right? It's not that simple. Sleep scientist Matt Walker takes us into the eye-opening ways that these drinks affect the quantity and quality of our sleep.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_caffeine_and_alcohol_affect_your_sleep

Arianna Huffington: How to succeed? Get more sleep

In this short talk, Arianna Huffington shares a small idea that can awaken much bigger ones: the power of a good night's sleep. Instead of bragging about our sleep deficits, she urges us to shut our eyes and see the big picture: We can sleep our way to increased productivity and happiness -- and smarter decision-making.
https://www.ted.com/talks/arianna_huffington_how_to_succeed_get_more_sleep

Ami Angelowicz: The terrors of sleep paralysis

Imagine you're fast asleep and then suddenly awake. You want to move but can't, as if someone is sitting on your chest. And you can't even scream! This is sleep paralysis, a creepy but common phenomenon caused by an overlap in REM sleep and waking stages. Ami Angelowicz describes just how pervasive (but harmless) it is and introduces a cast of c...
https://www.ted.com/talks/ami_angelowicz_the_terrors_of_sleep_paralysis

Matt Walker: What's the connection between sleep and Alzheimer's disease?

Does not getting enough sleep lead to Alzheimer's disease? Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains the relationship between the two -- and how researchers are exploring how to use sleep to decrease our chances of developing this condition.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_what_s_the_connection_between_sleep_and_alzheimer_s_disease

Wendy Troxel | TED Speaker

Wendy Troxel specializes in behavioral treatments for insomnia and other sleep disorders.
Sleep researcher
https://www.ted.com/speakers/wendy_troxel

Matt Walker: A walk through the stages of sleep

Did you know you go on a journey every night after you close your eyes? Sleep scientist Matt Walker breaks down the difference between REM (Rapid-Eye Movement) and non-REM sleep, what occurs during each stage of sleep -- and why it's important to get enough of both.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_a_walk_through_the_stages_of_sleep

Jen Gunter: Do you really need 8 hours of sleep every night?

When you can't sleep, you're desperate for help. And there's a booming industry waiting to tell you all the ways a lack of sleep can ruin your health -- and to sell you fancy gadgets to help you finally doze off. Shedding light on this flawed doomsday messaging, Dr. Jen Gunter explains why you shouldn't lose sleep over sleep -- and what to do in...
https://www.ted.com/talks/jen_gunter_do_you_really_need_8_hours_of_sleep_every_night

Claudia Aguirre: What would happen if you didn't sleep?

In the United States, it's estimated that 30 percent of adults and 66 percent of adolescents are regularly sleep-deprived. This isn't just a minor inconvenience: staying awake can cause serious bodily harm. Claudia Aguirre shows what happens to your body and brain when you skip sleep. [Directed by TED-Ed, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by C...
https://www.ted.com/talks/claudia_aguirre_what_would_happen_if_you_didn_t_sleep

Matt Walker: How sleep affects what (and how much) you eat

Did you know that not getting enough sleep can actually make you hungrier? According to sleep scientist Matt Walker, the relationship between what you eat and your sleep is a two-way street. Here's why understanding it can help improve your overall health.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_sleep_affects_what_and_how_much_you_eat

Matt Walker: Why sleep matters now more than ever

A good night's sleep has perhaps never been more important. Sharing wisdom and debunking myths, sleep scientist Matt Walker discusses the impact of sleep on mind and body -- from unleashing your creative powers to boosting your memory and immune health -- and details practices you can start (and stop) doing tonight to get some rest. (This virtua...
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_why_sleep_matters_now_more_than_ever

Matt Walker: Are naps actually good for us?

Afternoon naps are refreshing -- but could they be messing up our sleep cycles? Sleep scientist Matt Walker reveals the pros and cons of napping, plus tips on how to get the most out of your next short snooze.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_are_naps_actually_good_for_us

Matt Walker: How much sleep do you really need?

You know you need to get enough sleep, but the question remains: How much is enough? Sleep scientist Matt Walker tells us the recommended amount for adults and explains why it's necessary for your long-term health.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_much_sleep_do_you_really_need

Christine Blume: How daylight could help you sleep

We tend to associate restful sleep with dark nights and blackout curtains. But what role does daylight play in regulating our circadian rhythms? In this instructive talk, researcher Christine Blume dives into the science of sleep to illustrate the many beneficial qualities of daylight.
https://www.ted.com/talks/christine_blume_how_daylight_could_help_you_sleep

Shai Marcu: The benefits of a good night's sleep

It's 4am, and the big test is in 8 hours. You've been studying for days, but you still don't feel ready. Should you drink another cup of coffee and spend the next few hours cramming? Or should you go to sleep? Shai Marcu defends the latter option, showing how sleep restructures your brain in a way that's crucial for how our memory works.
https://www.ted.com/talks/shai_marcu_the_benefits_of_a_good_night_s_sleep

Greg Gage: How sound can hack your memory while you sleep

Can you cram for a test while you sleep? Our intrepid neuroscientists attempt to enhance memory by running experiments on subjects while they sleep. You'll be surprised by the results.
https://www.ted.com/talks/greg_gage_how_sound_can_hack_your_memory_while_you_sleep

Matt Walker: How daylight saving time affects our bodies, minds -- and world

For places that observe daylight saving time, gaining an hour of sleep every November -- or losing an hour every March -- doesn't just affect how well-rested (or caffeinated) people are. The effects of the semi-annual time change are far-reaching, drastically changing stroke and car accident rates, stock prices and more! Sleep scientist Matt Wal...
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_daylight_saving_time_affects_our_bodies_minds_and_world

Emmanuel During: What causes sleepwalking?

Mumbling fantastical gibberish; devouring blocks of cheese in the nude; peeing in places that aren't toilets; and jumping out of windows. These are all things people have reportedly done while sleepwalking, a behavior that can be dangerous in some cases. It's estimated that around 18% of people sleepwalk at least once in their lives. So, what ex...
https://www.ted.com/talks/emmanuel_during_what_causes_sleepwalking

Sleepy Man Banjo Boys: Bluegrass virtuosity from ... New Jersey?

All under the age of 16, brothers Jonny, Robbie and Tommy Mizzone are from New Jersey, a US state that's better known for the rock of Bruce Springsteen than the bluegrass of Earl Scruggs. Nonetheless, the siblings began performing bluegrass covers, as well as their own compositions, at a young age. Here, they play three dazzling songs in three d...
https://www.ted.com/talks/sleepy_man_banjo_boys_bluegrass_virtuosity_from_new_jersey

Sleepy Man Banjo Boys: Teen wonders play bluegrass

Brothers Jonny, Robbie and Tommy Mizzone are The Sleepy Man Banjo Boys, a trio of virtuoso bluegrass musicians who play with dazzling vivacity. Did we mention they're all under 16?
https://www.ted.com/talks/sleepy_man_banjo_boys_teen_wonders_play_bluegrass

Matt Walker: 6 tips for better sleep

Want to not only fall asleep quickly but also stay asleep longer? Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains how your room temperature, lighting and other easy-to-fix factors can set the stage for a better night's rest.
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_6_tips_for_better_sleep

Matt Walker: How sleep can improve your immunity

One of the best things that you can do to boost your immune system is head to bed, says sleep scientist Matt Walker. It can even make your flu shot more effective!
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_walker_how_sleep_can_improve_your_immunity
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