Noctohabitology (SLEEP PROCRASTINATION) with Vanessa “Nessy” Hill
Summary
Host Alie Ward interviews sleep scientist Dr. Vanessa Hill about noctohabitology, the study of nighttime routines and bedtime procrastination. They explore why people delay sleep to reclaim autonomy, how ADHD and stress impact rest, and the biological differences between day and night brains. Dr. Hill offers science-backed strategies for improving sleep hygiene and changing habits.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and the etymology of noctohabitology
Dr. Vanessa Hill's background and the science of sleep deprivation
Factors affecting sleep: age, ADHD, personality, and systemic racism
The 'Night Brain' vs. 'Day Brain' and the psychology of bedtime procrastination
Rest vs. Sleep, habit formation, and self-control depletion at night
Interventions for bedtime procrastination and the myth of blue light glasses
Sponsors: Kennedy Space Center, Squarespace, University of Phoenix, Ritual, Quince
Lighting, circadian rhythms, and listener questions on falling asleep
CBT-I for insomnia, the 'zoomies', and historical sleep patterns
Behavior change techniques, habit triggers, and the shame of poor sleep
Self-compassion, 'me time', and final thoughts on sleep hygiene
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