Sleep isn't just rest, It's medicine
In Ayurveda, sleep is considered one of the three foundational pillars of life, and when it's disrupted, everything else feels harder.
In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone is joined by Ayurvedic consultant and educator Caroline Robertson to explore sleep through an Ayurvedic lens - why your nervous system matters more than willpower, how different doshic patterns show up at night, and the gentle shifts that can help you sleep more deeply without forcing or fixing yourself.
Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice - and the first thing to suffer when life feels busy, stressful, or overwhelming.
But in Ayurveda, sleep (known as Nidra) is not optional or indulgent - it is one of the essential pillars that support life, alongside nourishment and wise use of energy.
Together, Leone and Caroline discuss:
* why Ayurveda views sleep as a foundation of health, not a reward at the end of the day
* how different dosha patterns can influence the way we struggle with sleep - from racing thoughts and light sleep, to night-time heat or heavy, unrefreshing rest
* the role of the nervous system, circadian rhythms and evening routines in preparing the body for sleep
* gentle, realistic practices that support rest without adding pressure or "sleep performance anxiety"
This conversation is especially for anyone who feels tired but wired, lies awake overthinking,, or wakes feeling unrefreshed despite "doing all the right things". Rather than offering rigid rules, Caroline shares practical wisdom that honours individuality, nervous system regulation, and the importance of kindness toward yourself when sleep feels elusive.
This episode is educational in nature and intended to support, not replace, personalised medical care.
If sleep has become another thing you feel you're failing at, this episode offers a softer way forward.
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