TV interview with Denise Drysdale of Studio 10

Sleep is essential for our health and wellbeing. It helps us rest, recover, and reset after the demands of the day. But unfortunately, not everyone enjoys a full night’s rest. While one sleepless night may not seem like a big deal, ongoing sleep deprivation can seriously affect your health over time.

Most People Don’t Know They Have a Sleep Problem

What’s even more concerning is that many people don’t even realise they’re sleep-deprived. They simply push through the fatigue, not knowing it’s impacting their mood, focus, and long-term wellbeing.

A Studio 10 Chat with Denise Drysdale

In a recent TV interview, I spoke with Denise Drysdale—better known as Ding-Dong—co-host of Studio 10 and a two-time Gold Logie winner. Denise shared her struggles with sleeplessness, and we discussed some simple ways to improve sleep quality.

Key Takeaways from the Interview

• Struggling to fall asleep? If it takes more than 20 minutes to drift off, something is likely out of balance. Recognising this is the first step to change.

• Adrenaline keeps you awake. This stress hormone is one of the biggest barriers to sleep. If you’re always on the go or have a racing mind, your body needs to learn how to wind down.

• The body needs to feel safe to sleep. Even if you’re feeling excited—not stressed—the adrenaline still sends a message: “It’s time to do more,” not “It’s time to rest.”

• It’s not just worry that keeps people up. Some people struggle with sleep because they crave stimulation and excitement. I help clients shift from that high-stimulation state to one of bliss. Once they learn how, it becomes much easier to relax and fall asleep.

Quick Tips to Improve Your Sleep

• Dim the lights. Start reducing light levels about two hours before bed to signal to your body that sleep is coming.

• Block out blue light. If you watch TV before bed, use a screen with an app that filters blue light. Blue light mimics sunlight, which suppresses melatonin—your natural sleep hormone.

• Snoring? Try sleeping on your side. If snoring continues, you could try acupressure rings. These target the meridian points linked to the muscles involved in snoring.

• Track your sleep. Use an app to monitor your sleep patterns—how long it takes to fall asleep, how often you wake, the depth of your sleep, and how much you snore. Many apps record sound during the night, helping you pinpoint exactly what’s happening.

Sleep Tight, My Lovelies

Thanks for joining me today. Sleep tight—and don’t let the bed bugs bite! 😊

If you or someone you know is struggling with sleep, feel free to reach out. Send a note to [email protected]. We’d love to help you or your friend get back to peaceful, restorative nights.