69. Why LeBron James Sleeps 12 Hours a Day — The Science of Sleep and Mental Health

The Mentally ill Mentor · Jul 2, 2026 · 26m

In this episode of The Mentally ill Mentor, Dave dives into the power of sleep and why it might be the most important thing you can do for your mental health. Starting with LeBron James' powerful message from the Calm app — "greatness lies on the other side of sleep" — Dave shares his own journey of discovering the importance of sleep through meditation, then breaks down the science of what happens to your brain and body when you don't get enough rest. He wraps up with practical advice straight from his book, including barriers to sleep, real solutions for each one, and a bonus guided…