The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
Website: http://www.thedoze.co/
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
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The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
Website: http://www.thedoze.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoze.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedozeco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedozeco
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedoze.co
The Doze is a START WITH SLEEP, LLC company.
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
Ep. 78 If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting or pushed sleep to the bottom of your to-do list, this episode is your wake-up call—in the gentlest, most loving way. We invite you to rethink sleep not as a luxury, but as a declaration of self-worth.
In this episode of the Doze Podcast, Soda explores why rest is more than recovery—it's resistance. Backed by compelling research, including a 2022 study from Behavioral Sleep Medicine, Soda unpacks how self-esteem directly impacts sleep quality and why those who value themselves tend to sleep deeper and longer.
This isn’t just a wellness tip—it’s a cultural shift.
You'll learn how to:
✨ Reframe rest as receiving, not quitting
🛋️ Build your own “sleep shelf” of soothing bedtime rituals
🧘🏽♀️ Add micro-rests into your day to recharge with intention
🛏️ Transform your sleep space into a reflection of how deeply you honor yourself
Whether you’re a chronic giver or someone stuck in hustle mode, this episode offers a new lens to see rest as your birthright—not something to earn.
Memorable Quotes:
“The way you treat your sleep is the way you treat yourself.”
“Receiving rest is not quitting; it’s claiming what is already yours.”
“Your best days begin with your best nights.”
“Sleep is not a luxury; it’s a reflection of your worth.”
Hit play and start honoring your need for rest—not just to feel good, but because you deserve to.
Chapters:
0:00 Sleep as Self-Worth
0:33 Show Intro
1:34 Reframing Rest as Receiving, Not Quitting
2:37 Building a Sleep Shelf
4:09 Embracing Micro Rests Throughout the Day
4:43 Creating a Sleep Space That Reflects Self-Worth
5:44 Closing Thoughts on Sleep and Worth
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The Doze Podcast
The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
Website: http://www.thedoze.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoze.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedozeco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedozeco
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedoze.co
The Doze is a START WITH SLEEP, LLC company.
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
