Is eight hours really the magic number? Are sleep trackers helping or hurting? And can trying too hard to sleep actually backfire? Sleep specialists Pamela Swift, PsyD, and Daniel Tso, PsyD, of UVM Medical Center’s Sleep Program explore the myths, trends and everyday habits shaping how we sleep. From insomnia, caffeine and exercise to the growing pressure to “sleep max,” they explain why healthy sleep is more individualized than many people realize and how well-intentioned habits may actually get in the way of better rest. 

Whether you’re struggling with sleep, tracking every minute of it, or simply wondering what healthy sleep really looks like, this conversation offers practical insights that may change the way you think about rest.