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title: "266: Insomnia, Anxiety and Depression: The Hidden Link No One Talks About"
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In this episode, I break down why insomnia, anxiety, and depression aren't actually causing each other, they're coming from the same place in the body, and I walk you through my client Kerry's story to show you exactly how this plays out.

You'll learn:

- Why your body releases cortisol at night and what that has to do with feeling wired instead of sleepy
- The surprising connection between your gut and your mood
- Why neurotransmitter imbalances can look exactly like anxiety or depression
- How hormones affect sleep and mood in both men and women, not just women going through menopause
- The hidden toxin exposure that can quietly disrupt both your brain and your sleep
- Kerry's story, including years of failed treatments and what finally worked once we found what was actually going on in her body
00:00 Insomnia Not In Your Head

00:44 Kerry’s Breaking Point

01:59 The Real Root Causes

02:36 Stress Cortisol Spiral

03:49 Gut Pathogens At Night

05:01 Program And Testing Offer

05:32 Neurotransmitter Depletion

06:10 Hormones And Menopause

07:25 Toxins Mold And Liver

09:15 Kerry’s Recovery Rollercoaster

09:53 Wrap Up And Next Steps

Listen and follow: [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-insomnia-fix-how-to-sleep-better/id1586562865) · [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6fj4roTWP1u48SZK0BJxod)