Sleep isn’t just rest — it’s the original compounding interest for your health and wealth. In this episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael Van Pelt, PhD, reveals why disrupted sleep accelerates aging, drains your finances, and robs you of independence. You’ll discover how sleep impacts metabolism, hormones, brain health, and decision-making — and why a simple “sleep reset” may be the highest-return investment you ever make for your healthspan and wealthspan.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Sleep for Health and Wealth

00:54 Understanding Sleep Mechanisms and Circadian Rhythms

04:45 The Impact of Sleep on Brain Function and Decision Making

06:20 The Impact of Sleep Loss on Independence

07:26 Quality vs. Quantity: The Real Sleep Equation

08:49 A Good Night's Sleep Starts in the Morning

09:41 How Feeding and Fasting Signals Cellular Clocks

10:41 How to Reset Your Brain and Body for a Better Night's Sleep

13:49 Should You Take Naps?

14:42 How Does Exercise Impact Sleep?

15:50 Breaking the Cycle of Early Morning Waking

17:01 Battling the Mind Muck Around Sleep

17:35 Identifying Sleep Disorders and Their Solutions

18:24 Sleep Debt Will Drain Your Wealth

19:22 Investing in Sleep for Long-Term Benefits

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Rachael Van Pelt, PhD is a retired healthspan scientist turned Realtor and longevity coach helping 55+ adults rightsize with confidence. If you’re unsure whether to move, stay put, or unlock equity, she’ll help you run the numbers, weigh the tradeoffs, and build a plan that supports both health longevity and financial freedom. Rachael works locally (in Colorado) as a Realtor and nationally as a coach. If you want expert guidance for your rightsizing journey, book a free strategy session using the above link.

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