Your brain needs more than productivity to thrive. In this episode, Laura Jane talks with Dr. Fawad Mian, neurologist and author of Rest Easy, about how sleep, mindset, and self-compassion work together to restore focus and energy. Learn how small shifts in rest and awareness can sharpen clarity and calm the mind. If you are ready to feel better without doing more, this conversation will show you how to rest with purpose.

 

Key takeaways to listen for 

• How overstimulation and multitasking drain your cognitive "battery"

• The myth of willpower and what true self-discipline really looks like

• Rest as a productivity tool: why slowing down sharpens focus

• What happens in your brain when you prioritize calm over control

• Dr. Mian's daily ritual for clarity and sustained energy

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

• GETTING TO PAIN FREE by Dr. Fawad Mian | Kindle and Paperback

 

About Dr. Fawad Mian

Dr. Fawad Mian is a board-certified neurologist, sleep specialist, and author of Rest Easy: A Mindful Way to a Good Night's Sleep. He is known for his integrative approach to brain health, blending neuroscience, sleep medicine, mindfulness, and practical lifestyle strategies to help patients improve focus, energy, and emotional well-being. Dr. Mian runs a private practice in New Jersey, where he treats sleep disorders, headaches, cognitive issues, and stress-related neurological conditions. His work has been featured in major medical and wellness outlets, and he regularly speaks and writes about the connection between sleep, mindset, and optimal performance.

 

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• Website: Pain Relief and Regenerative Medicine in Denville, NJ 

 

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