Why You Wake Up Tired (Even After 8 Hours of Sleep)

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Are you doing everything "right" but still waking up tired? In this powerful episode, sleep therapist and educator Ahna de Vena reveals what most health systems miss when it comes to true rest and recovery. Learn why quality sleep is a lost art, how it affects everything from performance to emotional well-being, and how you can reclaim it naturally. Whether you're burned out, chronically tired, or just curious about holistic alternatives, this conversation with Rita De Michele could change your night and your life.

About the guest

Ahna de Vena

Ahna de Vena is a Sleep Therapist, Educator & Innovator and the CEO of Revive Global, founder of the Sleep & Dream Foundation, and creator of The Sleep Kit for Kids.

With over two decades of experience, she works with businesses, leaders, and families to transform how they sleep, recover, and perform, because great sleep isn't just about feeling rested; it's the foundation of happiness, peak performance, resilience, and sustainable success.

Her expertise spans corporate wellness, high-performance recovery, and holistic sleep education, making her an ideal guest for podcasts on leadership, well-being, workplace performance, and family health.

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Podcast host and the Founder of the Beyond Diagnosis platform.