"The Society that separates its Scholars from its Warriors, will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools." Thucydides
PURPOSE: Become the Scholar Warrior for your Goals
Improve Every Single Day!
Improve Yourself 1% a Day = 3600%+ in a Year
Thought-Technique-Strategy of the Week:
Create Your Powerful Identity
Let's say you wish to excel in the art of painting. Or open your own woodworking business. Or become a Filmmaker which I did many years ago. The key is to utilize a Powerful Identity in reframing your Focus. Let's stick with painter for the moment.
Use the words: "I am a painter." The powerful use of the "I am..." phrase welds this new outlook to you mentally, intellectually but, more importantly, emotionally. Why emotionally? When you talk about painting (or any very exciting goal), then you can feel the electrical excitement within your body and Being.
"Being" is the act of existing within this newly embraced identity. Then you grow and become.
READ THE MAIN ARTICLE HERE
7 Actions To Change Your Life
Michael's Kenpo Karate Weapons Form - Knife & Pistol
You can see my Pistol & Knife form at approximately 10:31 here in the video from 2010. This is at Bryan Hawkins Kenpo Karate where I have studied Kenpo Karate for approximately over 35 years. The form is one that I created to advance in the system, utilizing Kenpo Karate principles. I use the form with the primary weapon as the firearm, duly guarded and using the knife for close-in drills. This is the training the Warrior phase!
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
The Art of Sleep: Renew Your Self Each Night
Sleep. This aspect of our lives is probably the most ignored, abused and downright dismissed ‘activity’ for our physical and mental well-being. With a hyperactive, power through it all world of goal-setting, social media and endless streaming binges, we convince ourselves that sleep is secondary. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a powerful refrain.
Hollywood Bravado…but not a smart move. Since I learn and teach martial arts over many decades, I read a books on history, warfare, martial arts skills and more. On book, “On Combat” by Lt. Col Dave Grossman, discusses the stress on our bodies from an altercation, warfare and more. I remember when a police officer told him that he’s under a lot of stress and asked what to do. When the officer replied that he usually slept five or six hours, then Colonel Grossman said, “Sleep eight.” Another observation is that, with more sleep, then you make better judgment calls i.e. police officer in a confrontational situation. In warfare, when soldiers learn that a battle is coming up, the veterans get sleep. The FNG’s (Friggin’ New Guys - or a more colorful expression) stay up all night, worried and ridden with anxiety. And then go into battle!
Three Steps
Simply put a few steps will improve your entire life with Better Sleep.
Realize that Sleep is an integral part of your Physical and Mental Well-Being
Create and Support a Habit for good sleep
Monitor Your sleep - to get better sleep
Repeat
Realize People (Probably You) Are Sleep-Deprived
According to numerous sources, the average adult may not be getting enough sleep. Statistically, at least 25 to 50% of Americans don't get enough sleep. In a link to the Center for Disease Control on Sleep and Sleep Disorders, we see the following charts.
Convince Yourself to Sleep More - with Math!
In reframing my perspective on Sleep and its value, I was thinking about the relationship between Sleep-Productivity-Efficiency-Value.
In my case, I sought to avoid sleep in order to 'get more done'. Then at some point, my health suffered along with my focus and my energy. I started to consider a simple equation.
What was the comparison between operating at 100% capacity at fewer hours as compared to 80-60-50% capacity at more hours. Simply put, if my focus and energy were lower, then how did it affect my productivity?
Key:
Sleep (Hours)
Productivity - hours available for work.
Efficiency - quality of this work timee
Value - the two values multiplied.
So the summary is that I get more sleep, less actual productivity hours - but with greater qualitative efficiency. For a higher sleep value. From an analytical point of view, the higher quality value of productivity is a better value. This strategy means not just good sleep - but efficient action on your part working toward your dreams.
Your New Habit for Better Sleep
The NIH says adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to stay in good mental and physical health, promote quality of life, and avoid an increased risk of injury. They recommend these tips for getting a good night’s sleep:
Go to sleep at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning, even on the weekends.
Don't take naps after 3 p.m, and don't nap longer than 20 minutes.
Stay away from caffeine and alcohol late in the day.
Avoid nicotine completely.
Get regular exercise, but not within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime is OK.
Make your bedroom comfortable, dark, quiet, and not too warm or cold.
Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep (for example, reading or listening to music). Turn off the TV and other screens at least an hour before bedtime.
Don’t lie in bed awake. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, do something calming until you feel sleepy, like reading or listening to soft music.
Talk with a doctor if you continue to have trouble sleeping.
Sleep should become one your Main Habits to change as solid sleep will affect ALL YOUR WORK.
Make it a major Habit. You know what those are right?
DON'T BELIEVE ME? - CHECK OUT THESE LINKS
By the Way, if you can't sleep, then start reading about Sleep!
National Institute of Health - Sleep Health
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/sleep-health
National Institute of Health - Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/your-guide-healthy-sleep
https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-importance-of-sleep.html
Sleep Advisor
A commercial site where you can buy mattresses, etc., but also had a good section on "Sleep Science"
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-statistics/
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/sleep-science/
Sleep Association
https://www.sleepassociation.org/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/
Consumer Reports - Better Ways to Sleep
https://www.consumerreports.org/sleeping/ways-to-sleep-better-tonight/
Center for Disease Control - Sleep Statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
37 Science Backed Tips for Better Sleep
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/better-sleep-tips-best_n_4958036
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SCHOLAR WARRIOR WAY - COURSES
Scholar Warrior Way
Take Action to Transform Yourself
By taking the Scholar Warrior Way Course, you will get Michael's program for Self-Improvement in his pursuit of Creative Excellence in Writing, Filmmaking, Martial arts and his other pursuits from his major curious outlook. Here are the 7 Steps that he uses....
Powerful Why - the Key to Enthusiasm and Fulfillment
Scholar Warrior Identity - Embracing the new Mentality - now!
Your Morning Routine - Starting the day Right.
Brainstorming Your How - Strategy thinking and tactics
Create Your Own Systems - Become efficient with predictable results
Building Transforming Habits - Habit creates Destiny
The Art of Sleep - Long ignored but a necessary health break.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 - Detailing and add more videos, wisdom, resources and Learning Materials for your Growth and Self-Improvement.
FAQS
What is The Purpose of the "ScholarWarriorWay" ?
By engaging in the mental perspective of the Scholar Warrior, you embrace two aspects of your life: The Scholar with a constant focus on self-development and self-improvement. The Warrior whereby you learn techniques about courage, action and derring-do to achieve your true authentic goals for a fulfilled life.
How much does Scholar Warrior Way cost?
The cost of could be absolutely no money if you just want to get on our newsletter to read the various articles on the website. If you want to take the courses on various levels, then you might spend $200-300 per year. Think of it this way: If you could improve yourself 100-200-300-1000-3600% in a single year, then how much is it worth? The price of two meals and drinks at a restaurant that you'll never remember? Make a better life choice.
How do I know I work with the ScholarWarriorWay?
ScholarWarriorWay is broken down into 7 Major Strategies. You can pick one and work on it for a few weeks, then add another strategies. They start with the Powerful Why and end with the Art of Sleep.
