Finding Fearless

Finding Rest in a Restless World with Sleep Queen Monica Le Baron

Madeline Reeves Season 6 Episode 16

In this restorative episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Monica Le Baron, a bestselling author, sleep expert, and creator of Sleep Simplified. Together, they explore how prioritizing rest can profoundly transform your career, relationships, and overall well-being.

Key themes include:

  • Monica's personal journey from corporate burnout and insomnia to becoming a sleep expert.
  • The essential connection between self-love, self-care, and achieving quality rest.
  • Monica's unique four-step framework designed to simplify the path to better sleep.
  • The power of breathwork and mindful routines in preparing your body for rest.
  • Practical, actionable advice for listeners to immediately improve their sleep habits.



00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:39 Meet Monica Le Baron: Sleep Expert and Author

02:28 Monica's Journey: From Burnout to Sleep Queen

06:24 The Importance of Quality Sleep

11:42 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Sleep Therapy

22:30 Self-Love and Sleep: A Deeper Connection

28:50 The Importance of Self-Care and Setting Standards

29:47 Navigating Relationships and Self-Worth

31:07 Cultural Shifts in Self-Care Practices

33:02 The Rise of Simple, Effective Wellness Routines

34:46 Introducing the Sleep Simplified Framework

36:39 The Power of Breath Work

40:28 Incorporating Yoga and Wellness into Daily Life

49:34 Personal Transformation Through Wellness

52:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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