Poor sleep doesn&rsquo;t just leave you tired &mdash; it can drain your wallet, hurt your career, and strain your relationships. In this episode of the Building Financial Fitness Podcast, host Junius chats with Eric Lim, Certified MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) Teacher and co-founder of Somnus Sleep Wellness, about the hidden costs of sleep deprivation. As Eric puts it, &ldquo;Sleep is not a waste of time &mdash; it&rsquo;s a biological necessity.&rdquo; He unpacks the science of sleep cycles, sleep pressure, and circadian rhythms, while sharing practical tips for busy professionals, parents, and even shift workers. If you&rsquo;ve been caught up in hustle culture or simply want to wake up sharper and healthier, this conversation is packed with insights you can use tonight. Prioritizing sleep might just be your smartest investment. <ul> <li data-start="1107" data-end="1163"> 02:00 &ndash; Why sleep loss costs more than you think </li> <li data-start="1164" data-end="1231"> 06:40 &ndash; From workplace productivity to family relationships </li> <li data-start="1232" data-end="1309"> 12:15 &ndash; Sleep cycles, sleep pressure, and circadian rhythms explained </li> <li data-start="1310" data-end="1377"> 20:45 &ndash; Busting myths: the &ldquo;8-hour rule&rdquo; and hustle culture </li> <li data-start="1378" data-end="1431"> 28:30 &ndash; Practical tips to switch off at night </li> <li data-start="1432" data-end="1485"> 35:50 &ndash; The sleep challenges of shift workers </li> <li data-start="1486" data-end="1557"> 42:10 &ndash; Social jet lag, weekend catch-up sleep, and consistency </li> </ul> - You can connect with Eric Lim here: <a href="https://www.somnuswellness.com/">https://www.somnuswellness.com/</a> <a href="https://sg.linkedin.com/in/ericlimcj">https://sg.linkedin.com/in/ericlimcj</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/somnussleepwellness">https://www.instagram.com/somnussleepwellness</a> <a href="https://x.com/serkantoto"></a>- Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email podcasts@melisten.sg, or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi. The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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