Arianna Huffington, Nighttime Routines & The Importance of Sleep |

[@1cryptocaveman]

Gary showing respect by not interrupting Arianna much at all. #respect

[@sscott4028]

IKR

[@jessysoulmanscofield]

He's making such an effort to be quiet haha 👍

[@JIYkp]

I wish he had done the same for Seth Godin.

[@1cryptocaveman]

ok man thanks :)

[@kimcarsonsableable]

Arianna Huffington is so charming. She's the only one of Gary's guests who is more captivating than him ;)

[@aiyshahgwilliam1142]

That's so true, somehow she quietly dominates the attention and that's hard to do when Gary is around.

[@jessysoulmanscofield]

+Aiyshah Gwilliam you're right haha

[@Shawndrea]

absolutely

[@CinnamonIce]

Totally charming. Great hair lol

[@FeelGoodWithin]

She is like Caring Mom!!! So sweet!!!

[@rekjavicxxx]

As a business owner still working a full-time job, I just had to come to the honest realization that I just could not do my passion (my business) justice by sleeping "normal" hours. I started waking up at 3:45AM each day to start my business' momentum each day, knock out projects, fulfill requests, ship orders and other tasks prior to going to work each day. Then upon returning home in the evening, hit the gym to stay active/healthy, and then work on what tasks required attention carrying us into the next day. Following this regimen was just the only way to keep up with the monsoon of workflow staring at me...and it's paid dividends. I've doubled annual gross revenue, launched 2 new brands, brought on additional resources to the brands and expanded travel to more locations more frequently. Whether it's "healthy" or not, it was the only way. If you're not moving forward, you're shrinking backwards......but yes, I totally struggle at times on such brief periods of sleep. In the end, I'm sure it will be purely speculative whether it was all worth it or not...

[@jessysoulmanscofield]

Your happiness is what matter 1st I think

[@Naptural85]

I started thinking sleep deprivation burnout was the way to succeed in my Junior Year of college. I am now 30 and have been sleep deprived since about 22 yrs old. I even went to the hospital bc of coffee intake and lack of sleep, with ongoing health issues, DESPITE an extremely healthy nutritional diet. #Crazy #OverIt Xo! Thanks Gary and Arianna #OffToBedIGo #ShowerFirstDoe 😆✌💗

[@jessysoulmanscofield]

Wow! Are you sleeping better since the shooooow now ?

[@shay7058]

I love Arianna, this is one of my favorite interviews cuz I love her energy.

[@LeviCorbett]

Collabs that you wouldn't think would work on paper, you make work Incredibly!

[@LeviCorbett]

I also like the camera view switch, keeps it fresh!

[@KyleByquist]

Such a great episode, Gary. Definitely one of my favorites. For Ariana, I think the misconception that "lack of sleep is good" came from all the BS "motivators" who say if you sleep you are giving up on your dreams or not taking advantage of the hours in the day. I realized a few weeks ago that when I got 8 hours a night for 5 days in a row, my mood was COMPLETELY different than when I had been trying to get by on 6 hours or less. It's helped me stay more positive, and have more patience during the day. Thanks so so much for spreading science over dogma 👍🏼

[@ericaberner3426]

Binge watched Gary's movies . Took an audit of myself. Reversed engineered my private world with my boyfriend and myself... Called BS on my actions in proportion to my aspirations ... Now am putting into practice what I have been lazy on. What a world changer! I only had 4 appointments scheduled for my Mary Kay business. After 12 hours of hustling, I have 17 meetings on the books, $336 in sales and am creating a plan for tomorrow's hustle. Gary, thanks for the kick in the ass. I bought the book today

[@FireMasterZo0m]

She is a very wise woman. Loved this episode Gary! Major thanks!

[@stephenmcorby]

I think for me I started to believe that a lack of sleep was a pathway to success in college and law school. All of our college professors and advisers would joke about "all night study sessions" or the need for "unlimited coffee and energy drinks". It became a cultural thing and everyone would be expected to close down the law library or stay at the local coffee shop until they kicked you out. If you didn't then you weren't "cool" or "working hard enough". That transitioned into the work place as common practices and I think Arianna's book starts a much needed conversation about sleep and it's importance for success. Since I opened my own law firm about 5 years ago I have ensured that everyone in my office (just me and three employees right now) keep normal business hours and aren't disturbed on the weekends. I've tried to destroy that cultural perspective that the only way to be successful is to work until you drop dead. I wish more in my field would do the same.

[@KittyTaylor]

Thank you for doing this episode of The Show. I started not sleeping so much because I felt like I had to "catch up" and do better in life because I didn't follow my passion in life until I was almost 30. For the last 2 years I worked at least 3 jobs, doubles and weekends and gave up working out and eating healthy (which I was doing regularly before). I also started cutting back on sleep. It started with 5 hours a night to 4 to 3 until eventually I was skipping at least one night a week of sleep to get things done. At first I thought this was great, I don't need sleep and I'm getting so much done. Then started with the health issues and I started having to miss working. I realized I wasn't giving 100% to all of my jobs because I could no longer focus. I decided to focus on 1 job full time and 1 part time. It's been a few weeks, I am still dealing with the repercussions of sleep deprivation. I now feel exhausted from doing very little, have high anxiety for seemingly no reason

[@KittyTaylor]

I do want to focus on my health again by eating right and working out once I figure out how to normally sleep 8 hours again. I am thankful that you said you do sleep and it is important because I have felt like I'm not working hard enough when I do sleep.

[@travismcphee22]

Garry you are killing the game with the featured guests. It's giving your content more variety to hear from other on topics you connect with...keep it going.

[@kiakio11111]

Wow Arianna Huffington is so intelligent! I loved this episode and want her book. Also, I used to stay up way late trying to get ahead on home work even though I was so tired that I couldn't even function very well just because I thought it would make me a better student. After many mornings of waking up useless in class, I definitely realized that a lot of the times I spent burning the midnight oil really weren't worth it.

[@joannaforrester1396]

This was very encouraging because like many, I have alway equated "hustling" and hard work with lack of sleep. Sleep has always been a priority for me. I never pulled an all nighter in college and consistently get 7 hours of sleep and I always felt like that somehow made me less of a hard worker. Thank you for the validation and for confirming what I have thought all along. A well rested person is a more successful person.

[@dantaitbrown9784]

I first started sacrificing sleep in university (to make room for studying, socializing, and working - or so I thought) and didn't start fully appreciating it until Arianna's sleep crusade. Bought her book for my mom and a friend. Thank you for getting this message out!

[@EdenCroft]

I'm glad I stumbled on this old episode of the show. It is very timely for me. For those who have a hard time sleeping, marjoram essential oil diluted (with some other kind of carrier oil) on the soles of the feet gives me the deepest most refreshing sleep ever. Thanks for this episode Gary and Arianna. It may be my favorite episode ever - or at least in the top 5. Sleep deprivation is not heroic or helpful. I am so glad to be past that, and at peace with what I can accomplish in my waking hours.

[@aiyshahgwilliam1142]

I'm so glad sleep is getting the recognition it deserves. One habit I have had for the last 25 years is the very first thing I do as soon as my eyes open is think - how many hours sleep did I just have? (yes even before I check my phone or go to the toilet, literally before I actually lift my head from the pillow). If I have 7 hours or more I feel like my day will be okay. If I have less, I have to make sure I make it up that night.

[@JakeVoorhees]

Sleep is super important. I used to undersleep as well but now know the awesome positive's of healthy sleep :) Cheers!

[@tatermytots487]

She's so witty and funny! So much wisdom, I learned a lot from this video

[@Aer0xander]

Casey could listen to some of her sleep-advice lol

[@Aer0xander]

I had the same, I once slept 4 hours, worked out without an excuse and was very alert and awake again, it's due to the adrenaline I think. It isn''t good to do this a lot though.

[@chrisguynz]

Neistat is a boss love his vlog!!

[@luizfelipemattucci2254]

Man u cold link this ep vlog? I didn't find it

[@Spl1nter699]

Naps are vital in my day. Glad to see someone with a voice finally pushing the concept of good rest.

[@alavery2072]

I've enjoyed the guests on the show lately. Always good to get different perspectives. Keep up the great work Gary!

[@JohnCordray]

Great episode Gary,. As a therapist I was so happy to hear you address mental health and sleep. I talk about anxiety and depression and the link to healthy sleep almost daily on Periscope. Well done!

[@LeighKelleyMC]

Thank Gary and Ms Huffington! Now I need to do 2 things- Get more sleep and get that book!

[@jacqlyndavidson4994]

Thanks, Gary for this great post with Arianna! She is the epitome of girl boss! QOTD: For me...I have for the most part tried to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep a night. I realize that I literally don't function. When I was in grad school, and my classmates were staying up all night "studying" for an exam, I knew I wouldn't gain any more information or perform well if I didn't sleep. Some of my classmates would do worse on an exam...even if they had studied 5 more hours than I had. Sleep makes me perform better - and I am glad I learned it in school - so that now for my business I know I perform better if I am sleeping. I have yet to regret going to bed instead of staying up a couple hours to get in that last email. As always, thanks for the great content and setting an example of consistency for your people!

[@MarkNorman_NXTLVL]

That ending though!! sums it up - how there is a culture of 24/7 grinding and the negatives. The fact is you have to grind and hustle as efficiently with your hours you are awake while hitting your sleep numbers to always be 100 everyday.

[@lovejoules2446]

To answer Arianna's question, my wake up call to realizing just how much plenty of sleep is important, was when I got severe eczema and all the emotional unrest connected to it. At nighttime is when the skin HEALS and the inflammatory processes subside. I still hustle, but I sleep at least 8 hours and more when needed - I LISTEN to my body. I've also completely hanged my diet. My anxiety levels are so much lower, my mind is clearer and I'm a better creator for it.

[@KickassDesigns503]

Every episode PURE VALUE. Just finished the Ask Gary V book. AMAZING. Keep killing it my friend.

[@KeeganLanier2]

I have spent the past two years working on my health and focusing on great sleep (7-8 hours). It has allowed me to be more focused when working and given me the energy to start a side hustle. Thanks for the continued motivation!!

[@SillyWillyTV]

The cliche saying of "I'll sleep when I'm dead" never resonated with me..... Get your 8 hours of sleep. 20 Minutes of Meditation in the morning and afternoon and you'll see the results! :) Thanks for another awesome and helpful video Gary and Arianna!

[@TeamStayMotivated]

I realized it when I fell into two lapses of clinical depression and anxiety. Curing my sleep disorder lead to me becoming depression/anxiety free and happier than I've ever been. I totally agree with you on the perspective that the suffering lead to a greater life. Thank you for offering deepened perspective, I've been transitioning out of the 'grind, sleep is for people who are broke' mentality to the 'sleep is empowering' paradigm. Kindest regards.

[@SimgmProductions]

I loved this, probably one of my favorite episodes.

[@NelsonRodriguezOnlin]

This is the most I've ever heard Gary let his guests talk!

[@nickondrako]

Since birth, sleep deprivation was like a badge of honor. Changed that outlook about 2 years ago. Love the book, a must read for us hustlers. I recommend everyone get a HIBR mattress - it will help maximize the hours you spend between the sheets and help you recover.

[@kelseyg4]

Great show! This is the best "interview" I've seen on #askgaryvee to date!

[@DeejayLiam]

the intro is pure fire man! Im going to get this book for sure..

[@GlendaSiagian]

QOTD I think since college. Since when I thought it was not the true way to succeed? Probably 2 months ago when I was so sick because of lack of sleep. I was diagnosed of having typhoid symptoms. In conclusion it was so bad and thankfully I recovered fast from it by retraining myself into healthy sleeping habit. Since that I am so thoughtful of balancing between hustle and not too carried away with work.

[@EatAway]

Arianna is such an inspiration! I'm going to take a shower and go to bed early tonight! Thanks for having her on Gary!!

[@AnuragPrasadnyc]

So much props to Arianna. Especially the fact that Marcus Aurelius is her hero.

[@BromlowFamily]

When I was an officer in the Navy on submarines, sleep deprivation was a badge that people seemed to wear. It was constantly talked about as a way of saying how busy you were and how much you'd done. After playing into that for over a year, I realized it was mainly just showing the unproductivity of people and a lack of time management. So I started comparing with people much I'd done and then how much sleep I was getting on top of that.

[@ErickaWilliamsCC]

Arianna Huffington is so charming. arianna has become a HUGE part of the american business woman and business man history. I love the accent. gary I notice you got the feedback on interrupting and now say excuse me.. You are kicking ass man.. seriously. I was CRASHING multiple times for the past 3 years and finally got caught up on the sleep. BULLYING at work.. it happens sadly go to HR repeatedly. THE question of the day: I was working 9am-6pm in apartment industry, then 630pm-10pm or sometimes MIDNIGHT delivering pizzas cuz i moved to a new city and was in debt.. on the few days off worked on blog, videos, and real estate license.. I was crunched for time. I started crashing and not making events late in the evening with friends and then finally adjusted my time and things got done one hour a day and sleep after that.

[@beebee3526]

This woman has such great charisma! WOW I want to watch her forever...if her and oprah had a show on netflix it would be the only thing I watched, they just know how to connect to the audience

[@EugeneByersJr]

Gary, I so appreciate the time spent sharing with people you don't even know. Thank you!!! God bless you brother!

[@IanDunlap]

As a person who only got 5-6 hours for 7 years of my life as an entrepreneur this is my favorite episode of Ask Gary Vee hands down.

[@angelicacurtis811]

Omg this is perfect!!! I really wanna read her book now. I've been pushing myself doing 15/hour days 6days a week for a few weeks now and totally crashed yesterday. I was useless. All I could do was sleep and rest. Thanks for this video!!

[@the85thgaming32]

gary is such a trouble maker i love it they are right. sunday night (like now) I can't sleep due to anxiety and worry about school the next day, even though I'm pretty well liked. I realize my future is what I'm worried about yet I'm paralyzed by fear and my negative self talk.

[@QuincyMJackson]

I realized that sleep deprivation was not cool when I was started feeling to tired to do normal things that I consider fun. When I was too tired to have fun, after I have worked hard to earn the opportunity to enjoy my success, that's when I realized I was depriving myself. Now, I enjoy sleeping because I realize that getting rest gives me energy to do what I love to do. I don't like being lazy, and just laying in bed, just because I don't want to get up, I think that's "horse shit." However, recognizing when you need to rest, and when you need to work, requires a higher degree of self-awareness. Thanks Arianna & Gary! Keep them coming!

[@VictoriaNicole]

#QOTD November 2015 and recently realized sleep is very important. I started taking melatonin in order to help myself go to sleep naturally.

[@jmodesignlab]

great episode, really enjoyed hearing her speak. I think you should do a part 2 of this in the future : 0

[@redsmanc]

Brilliant episode. So many lessons. Loved it.

[@paulashinn]

What she says, is just so true. I tried some times, to make a routine into sleep, I slept just so much better. Felt like embracing the world the next day. #QOTD: Sleep deprivation started being ok when I felt like I needed more hours a day to keep up supporting everyone and myself. But very recently I had some health issues that got me thinking that maybe, this way is not ok. I'm not gonna last for long like this (and i'm still very young). So yea, this book will come in a great time, nice feature Gary. Loved this episode, was just what I needed.

[@AnyaSiberia]

Was listening to her on Gretchen Rubin's podcast a couple of weeks ago. She's inspiring and very bright.

[@Maxsdiscos]

You are correct about mental peace, the mental health, etc.

[@andrewloewen1706]

Gary I'm the same way. Can't stop the momentum mid-day. I never eat until the evening. Highly recommend

[@staceem]

So glad to see you have this discussion Gary. Great show!

[@alicep.3633]

"Hustle... means what you're doing when you're awake; not - don't sleep." Excellent.

[@theaudreypuente]

Fantastic show!!!! My favorite of all time Gary! It's great to see Arianna in such a personable light. Extremely valuable information was given that applies to every human being. This sleep deprived working mother of 3 has been greatly enlightened! Changes in my routine will start tonight! Zzzzzzzz

[@dirkschry]

#QOTD, I have know since ancient teen years... I have had this skill in manipulating and/or just steering things and relationships. But having the skill, realizing it's not for everybody, and knowing when to use it and when not, and what great responsibility comes with it... I used to think that since I was pretty good at it, it was my responsibility to make sure that all those relationships were going smoothly. And of course some didn't. And every so many years, there was 1, whom I could influence, but never quite get right. And I cared, sooo deeply, that I lost night after night after night, believing subconsciously that this was my responsibility and that I just had to be able to make everything work well. Because I was good at it, it just never occurred to me, that it wasn't my responsibility... And those were the times that everything started to go wrong... So yeah, sleep, super important. On the other hand I am super lucky, I go to sleep super-fast like Gary. I might have too little like you said, but when I feel tired it's mainly emotional cuz life sure throws a lot at me, and I almost always get enough hours of sleep. When life goes well on the other hand, I just wake up after 6 hours of sleep with one question on my mind: "What is the most awesome thing I can do today?"

[@peterconley8979]

Thank you so much Arianna for sharing words of wisdom!

[@c.j.schero7598]

I needed this, and never was a huge fan of Huff Post but after knowing that Ariana has such a good head on her shoulders, I might be a convert. And I just realized that sleep was so important

[@nickmirabella1]

Love this episode .. To answer the question of the day .. I feel 3-5 hours of sleep is all i need in the building faze of my business .. Once my body tells me rest I will have a few nights of 7-8 hours .. but the adrenaline of building a brand is what supplies my energy .. Once I hit my goals I feel like I can find that sleep balance, but I'm not where you guys are, so I feel like I need to still grind. "Money doesn't sleep" is a quote that has always kept me awake .. until now.. I found so much value in this episode thank you for sharing.. I will make some adjustments to my schedule after watching ..

[@ScaryToRemarry]

I love Arianna Huffington accent

[@savinatodorova4572]

In high school I had a lot of responsibility and things to learn and to get done. This was the time that I thought that if I don't sleep will do more work. It was like that for 2 years - 5 hours of sleep, a lot of work and ect. When I got to the university I felt that I'm so exhausted and I just needed a break. I was going to work full time, the university was also full time. I had so much trouble with sleep, nightmares and just exhaustion .. then because of that I had a period of serious anxiety going on. Then it was the time that I've had enough! I've changed my sleep habits, started meditating and most important I've learned how to say NO! Now because of that I do so much more work and it's so efficient, I feel relaxed and happy. I just love my sleep!

[@andreprins1421]

Probably the best person you've ever had on your show Gary ... Ariana is a legend!!! #askgaryvee

[@BrainNomad]

absolutely loved the show. very happy to hear Arianna's insights. classy lady. respect.

[@dubekoms2020]

Gary launching my own business I'm working 20 hours a day still struggling to pay rent stay afloat and for this business in the last year I believe I just doubled my income and I plan on doing it again this year the only reason I believe I did this was through hard work and not giving up thanks for the inspiration my friend

[@EricForeal]

spot on with the mental abuse from work. Going through it right now and it's filled me with self doubt in my trade and work ethic. Been at a stand still for 2 years now.

[@Tomsonx232]

Great book! I've been staying up all night reading it

[@ErikaBardere]

I absolutely adore the way she speaks & love that she's not just a woman who created a platform for others to contribute to, but a woman who is incredibly intelligent in her own way separate from the website - I didn't really know much about her as a person, but she seems like a wonderful person to know #QOTD: I don't think I ever thought a lack of sleep was the "way" to succeed, but rather that by BEING successful, you happen to sleep less to work (or study) & [I love the play on words] I think waking up to the truth is something I have not physically been able to do yet, but mentally understand, so idk if I can answer this part of the question since I haven't lived it yet ---- it's 2am rn

[@charissarwest]

To answer Arianna's question at the end, I've never thought sleep deprivation was a way to succeed. I've always been a firm believer that you need to get sufficient sleep to be useful. I don't think most people think this way, however. I think it is very important for successful people such as Arianna and Gary to promote the importance of getting enough sleep and how it affects your health, success and life.

[@JanaPochop]

Thanks for another great episode...I listen to these while I work! :)

[@JoshuaY]

Great interview, I've always loved Ariana such a wonderful person. :) I totally resonate with this discussion too, I used to burn the candle at both ends lol, three or four hours a night. I've since improved quite a lot, I find the body will let us know when it's time to rest and rebuild, now I listen to it.

[@trevorshipman5022]

Loved this episode!! Especially the part about sleep 💙

[@PJ-kt7bz]

Gary loves to talk about how great he is. If I had a dollar for every time he related her points to himself I'd be as rich as him!

[@michellezevenaar]

The last question about bullying was so true! I know a company were the owners are the bullies! they are very subtle in how they do it so that people end up just feeling like shit and not leaving. They have pushed employees into major burnouts this way and even alienated thier own family members that worked for them!

[@emsisrbc]

QOTD - I started being sleep deprived in high school, especially junior year (1995) - 9 classes a semester plus 3 hours of gymnastics practice every night with 2 hours total commute each day. Getting 3-6 hours of sleep per night was normal. Since graduating law school (2011) I'm much more thoughtful about getting adequate rest.

[@adamgalley7458]

Definitely think a lot of people have forgotten the importance of sleep, great episode!

[@essdee7323]

very important to manage your sleep the way you manage your business. Be smart.

[@mikemcclain7281]

Real nice episode and a real good change from the usual "how do I promote somethin on social Gary?" topics that sometimes are prevalent on the shoooow. #QOTD I never really bought into the whole sleep deprivation thing but I'm trying to ensure that I'm good on sleep more and more. That being said I try not to exacerbate sleep troubles by *worrying* about sleep itself too much. It only takes a few nights of "oh crap I need more sleep" running through your brain to make you realize it is making it worse. Managing stress during waking hours is my current priority.

[@JamelleSanIntl]

Love seeing you both together!

[@B_Son]

#QOTD: Started about half a year ago when I became self aware of my flaws both personally and professionally that needed a lot of time to improve on all of it. My moment of truth was when I realized that I need to tailor my life schedule to myself and if that meant sleeping another two hours, in order to be the best me, I better do it. That happened a few weeks ago.

[@LingenHSIA]

Thanks for the 20 videos you've posted for the last week :p It's so motivating to work while having your videos on the background :D Cheers, Ling-en

[@craigbirse1298]

Loved this episode. Definitely going to get the book. Thanks Gary & Arianna :)

[@Stellanorthmediaproductions]

Holy crap this was a cool episode. The guests on the show are getting better and better. More important than that is the content which is also improving. Thank you so much for posting this for us Gary! Amazing work sir.

[@jamielewishedges6251]

When I'm overwhelmed by responsibilities, details, clutter that trumps my passion, I am tempted to give up sleep. I saw the science, though, and now I fight the battle without sleep being a negotiable.

[@jcmylesnow]

Keep the celebs coming !! Good work

[@mariapontonglang6658]

Arianna's on point!!! So cool how she responds :)

[@simonebaileycampbell2013]

Gary, great show. Resonated with a lot and lots to think about.

[@ElectricrG]

This video was so much needed for me!

[@djsamsmite]

Wow! Thank you for this episode. Never thought about sleep as a factor. Gonna try to bump up my 5hrs/night.

[@zinvor123]

You two have great chemistry

[@imwtng45]

Qotd: I learned it here from Gary's hustle, thought he was only sleeping 4-5 hours. I didn't copy that but thought I couldn't hustle and win because I sleep 8. Great episode.

[@chergardiner3730]

If u study material, then eat lunch and then take a 20 min nap, it allows you to retain the information you were working on prior to lunch at an increased percentage of 60-80%... it is called symbionic learning. A lot of corporations offer sleep pods for the activation of symbionic learning, which helps staff retain information fully and re charge them for the day with more energy and the ability to last longer hours in their workday if needed.

[@evanyates1079]

The combination of these two on the same show had great potential. IF you were going to burn an episode promoting a book on sleep, at very least maybe give us some practical info as to why we should check this book out. For example, maybe talk about what the blue light from our phones/tablets/tvs does to our brain before bed, etc.. Looking forward to episode 214...

[@theXunleashed]

Two similar perspectives on sleep which is a major concern for me right now. Not getting much! Thanks, i will listen to this video a few more times. I feel like the answers to all my concerns keeps coming to me. thanks again Gary & thanks internet! Feels good when i don't need to look and things come to me instead!

[@noSignificnce]

She is such a great story teller. Time to take a nap now zzzzz

[@jamesarchibal8273]

Amazing collaborations!! wyclef was amazing, the restaurant guy as well, she is awesome and tocuhes something really important! really good questions and extremely good content!

[@cabinyim]

QOTD: I used to think that way when I was in high school, but after starting to exercise I realised I needed my sleep to be at my 100%. Then I realised it also helped me not only physically but mentally.

[@BogdanIanatiev]

Great episode. One thing i mention in the last few episodes is the missing subscribe button at the end of the video. Thanks for the push and inspiration!