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Igniting the Shift Within
Igniting the Shift Within
Join host Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.) on "Igniting the Shift Within," your backstage pass to all things innovative and transformative in the world of firefighting. We’re your launchpad to revolutionize the way you think, work, and lead. Sometimes traditional ways clash with the need for change. That's where we come in, slicing through the noise with insights that matter. So, whether you’re chilling at the firehouse or cruising down the freeway on your daily commute, plug in and get ready to ignite the shift within.
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Aug. 21, 2025

Crack the Code to Better Sleep with Dr. Leah Kaylor

Crack the Code to Better Sleep with Dr. Leah Kaylor

We dive into the gritty reality of sleep for firefighters with Dr. Leah Kaylor, the FBI's sleep expert for over 5 years, who’s got the intel you need to crush fatigue and fire up your performance. We’ll tackle the hard truths about sleep, from quick fixes that fail, to harnessing caffeine’s real impact, and how to battle booze-breathing sleep demons. Discover the ultimate wind-down routine and explore the best sleeping position for maximum recovery. Get ready for real talk on taking back your...

We dive into the gritty reality of sleep for firefighters with Dr. Leah Kaylor, the FBI's sleep expert for over 5 years, who’s got the intel you need to crush fatigue and fire up your performance. We’ll tackle the hard truths about sleep, from quick fixes that fail, to harnessing caffeine’s real impact, and how to battle booze-breathing sleep demons. Discover the ultimate wind-down routine and explore the best sleeping position for maximum recovery. Get ready for real talk on taking back your nights and optimizing those 24-hour shifts. Expect practical tips, powerful insights, and three no-BS takeaways that you can implement tonight.


Listen/Watch the full episode:

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Igniting the Shift Within:

https://www.podpage.com/igniting/


Show Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Sleep Diary: https://www.podpage.com/igniting/p/sleep-diary/

Find a therapist who does EMDR: emdria.org

Find a therapist who does Brainspotting: brainspotting.com


Dr. Leah Kaylor

Website: drleahkaylor.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drleahkaylor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-kaylor-ph-d-mp-rxp-a75497222/

Other links:

https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.LeahKaylorShorts

https://www.youtube.com/@DrLeahKaylor

https://www.tiktok.com/@drleahkaylor