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by areichert 1040 days ago
Curious how much overlap there is with the book "Say Goodnight to Insomnia"? [0]

At a glance it seems quite similar, so I'd love to understand how the app is better than e.g. downloading a cheaper "wellness" app (with meditations, calming music, relaxation techniques, etc) + going through the exercises in the book [0]?

[0] https://www.amazon.com/Say-Good-Night-Insomnia-Drug-Free/dp/...

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There is quite a bit of overlap. Our program uses many of the behavioral techniques (CBT-I) mentioned in the book, but we also go beyond just CBT-I to help you figure out the underlying psychological drivers of your chronic insomnia and resolve those drivers one by one.

I wouldn't claim that our app is better than any of the resources you mentioned. The best remedy is what works for you. For some people, it might be reading a book on insomnia, or practicing mindfulness. A lot of this is also influenced by personal preference too (do you prefer reading, or watching a video, or listening to an audio to consume content etc).

Our app resonates with users who prefer shorter and more "bite-sized" content (especially video or audio based) that can be consumed by spending 5-10 minutes a day, but there are also people who prefer receiving more information upfront. Go with what works best for you!