In this inspiring story, Rik shares how insomnia brought him to his knees — and how he slowly rewired fear into freedom. From panic attacks to the loneliness of sleepless nights, he describes what it was like to feel trapped in the cycle of anxiety and exhaustion.

But through patience, community, and a new understanding of the mind, Rik discovered something profound: freedom isn’t perfect sleep. It’s letting go of the fight.

“The wild thing is dealing with insomnia… it's just kind of letting it be—that's what fixes it.”

You’ll hear:

• Why medical fixes (like CPAP, supplements, and strict rules) didn’t solve the struggle
• The role of community in easing loneliness and breaking the cycle
• How Rik learned that sleep doesn’t require calmness or perfection to happen
• What it looks like to shift from fighting insomnia to accepting it
• Why recovery is messy, non-linear, and still full of hope
• The surprising ways progress shows up
• How neuroplasticity helps rewire fear into freedom

If you’re struggling, Rik’s story is a powerful reminder that hope is real, recovery is possible, and you are not alone 🧡

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Work with Beth:

👉 Learn About the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship
👉 Start the Free Insomnia Course Here

Full Show Notes & Transcription HERE.


About Beth Kendall MA, FNTP:

For decades, Beth struggled with the relentless grip of insomnia. After finally understanding insomnia from a mind-body perspective, she changed her relationship with sleep, and completely recovered. Liberated from the constant worry of not sleeping, she’s on a mission to help others recover as well. Her transformative program Mind. Body. Sleep.® has been a beacon of light for hundreds of others seeking solace from sleepless nights.

© 2023 - 2025 Beth Kendall

DISCLAIMER: The podcasts available on this website have been produced for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice. No person listening to and/or viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counseling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counseling. The Mind. Body. Sleep. Podcast expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site as there are no assurances as to any particular outcome.

Mind. Body. Sleep.® with Beth Kendall is your trusted source for holistic insomnia recovery, blending neuroplasticity, nervous system health, and mind-body coaching to help you finally sleep again.

Ever feel like your insomnia was FINALLY gone… only to have it come back for no apparent reason?

This used to drive me absolutely bananas.

Insomnia can vanish for weeks, months—or even years at a time, and then reappear without warning.

No wonder it's so confusing.

But once I learned how memory works and how the brain stores experiences, it started to make a lot more sense.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why the cyclical nature of insomnia points to a mind-body loop (not a broken brain)
• How unconscious “imprints” get reactivated
• What it really means when insomnia “comes back”
• Why flare-ups aren’t “setbacks” but chances to update old wiring

The good news? The brain can rewire. So past triggers lose their grip—and you get to step fully into your life again 🧡

Mentioned Resources:

Why Your Insomnia Triggers Are Mostly Unconscious

Connect with Beth:

👉 Instagram

Work with Beth:

👉 Learn About the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship
👉 Start the Free Insomnia Course Here

Full Show Notes & Transcription HERE.


About Beth Kendall MA, FNTP:

For decades, Beth struggled with the relentless grip of insomnia. After finally understanding insomnia from a mind-body perspective, she changed her relationship with sleep, and completely recovered. Liberated from the constant worry of not sleeping, she’s on a mission to help others recover as well. Her transformative program Mind. Body. Sleep.® has been a beacon of light for hundreds of others seeking solace from sleepless nights.

© 2023 - 2025 Beth Kendall

DISCLAIMER: The podcasts available on this website have been produced for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice. No person listening to and/or viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counseling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counseling. The Mind. Body. Sleep. Podcast expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site as there are no assurances as to any particular outcome.

Mind. Body. Sleep.® with Beth Kendall is your trusted source for holistic insomnia recovery, blending neuroplasticity, nervous system health, and mind-body coaching to help you finally sleep again.

Can't stop thinking about your sleep?

Wondering how to get back to clarity?

Feel like you're just spinning your wheels?

Sounds pretty normal to me.

In fact, confusion is often a sign that something deeper is happening beneath the surface.

In this episode, I talk about what overthinking really is, why it shows up during recovery, and how to relate to it in a way that helps you move through it so clarity returns on its own.

This one’s for my fellow overthinkers. ❤

Connect with Beth:

👉 Instagram

Work with Beth:

👉 Learn About the Mind. Body. Sleep. Mentorship
👉 Start the Free Insomnia Course Here

Full Show Notes & Transcription HERE.


About Beth Kendall MA, FNTP:

For decades, Beth struggled with the relentless grip of insomnia. After finally understanding insomnia from a mind-body perspective, she changed her relationship with sleep, and completely recovered. Liberated from the constant worry of not sleeping, she’s on a mission to help others recover as well. Her transformative program Mind. Body. Sleep.® has been a beacon of light for hundreds of others seeking solace from sleepless nights.

© 2023 - 2025 Beth Kendall

DISCLAIMER: The podcasts available on this website have been produced for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice. No person listening to and/or viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counseling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counseling. The Mind. Body. Sleep. Podcast expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site as there are no assurances as to any particular outcome.

Mind. Body. Sleep.® with Beth Kendall is your trusted source for holistic insomnia recovery, blending neuroplasticity, nervous system health, and mind-body coaching to help you finally sleep again.