EP 90: Maria Ruberto on The Sleep Advantage: Unlocking Energy, Focus and Connection

<p>Have you ever wondered why it feels almost impossible to stick to healthy habits, stay patient, or make good decisions when you’re running on low sleep?</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Habit Nerd</em>, I am so excited to be joined by psychologist, resilience expert, and founder of Salutagenic Psychology, <strong>Maria Ruberto</strong>! With over 30 years of experience, Maria translates complex neuroscience into practical, life-changing strategies.</p><p>Together, we unpack Maria&#39;s core philosophy, <strong>Biology Before Behavior, </strong>and explore why sleep isn&#39;t a luxury or a reward for hard work, but a non-negotiable biological necessity for high performance, emotional resilience, and healthy habits.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Maria:</strong></p><p><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="https://lauravanderkam.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠</a><a href="https://www.salutegenics.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.salutegenics.com.au/</a></p><p><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/salutegenics/#" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>@salutegenics</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Today&#39;s episode is proudly sponsored by my absolute favorite empowering stationery brand, <strong>MiGoals</strong>! I am a total convert for life to their <em>Goal Digger Planner. </em>It has completely transformed how I organize my vision, short-term goals, and daily structure.</p><p>To help you get organized and create more intentional days, MiGoals is offering all Habit Nerd listeners <strong>20% off</strong> any of their products!</p><p>👉 <strong>Use code Nerd20 at checkout: </strong><a href="https://migoals.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠<strong>https://migoals.com/</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Join the conversation in my weekly newsletter.</p><p><a href="https://www.knowyourwhylearning.com.au/signup" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.knowyourwhylearning.com.au/signup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/habitnerd/#" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<strong>@habitnerd</strong></a></p>