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    How to Get the Right Amount of Sleep for You: Some Top Sleep Tips | Greg Potter (Solo Episode)

    enMarch 13, 2024

    About this Episode

    Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life.

    Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others.

    You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here.

     

    People and resources featured in this episode:

    Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here

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    Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

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