Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it’s the foundation for hormone health, emotional resilience, and long-term wellness. In this empowering episode of Embracing Flow, Heather Allmendinger is joined by Sherri Danzig, founder of Choosing Vibrancy and sleep wellness mentor. Sherri shares her journey from sales to self-care, the unforgettable wake-up call that shifted her relationship with sleep, and practical tools for anyone ready to prioritize rest. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, burnout, or the demands of caregiving, this episode offers guidance, science, and grace.
Episode 68: The Sleep Shift: Why Better Rest Changes Everything
Guest: Sherri Danzig, Founder of Choosing Vibrancy
What We Cover:
The 5 stages of sleep and what each one actually does
Why REM sleep is crucial for brain detox and hormone reset
The connection between sleep, immunity, and perimenopause
Sheri’s personal burnout story (including a literal fire!)
Sleep habits that sabotage your health without you knowing
How to build a bedtime routine that works for your life stage
Creating a bedroom sanctuary and sleep-friendly home
Tools to track sleep quality and how to interpret them
Why melatonin may not be the answer
What Sherri recommends instead of a “quick fix”
Meet Sherri Danzig – Wellness Mentor & Founder of Choosing Vibrancy
Over 25 years ago, Sherri did a bold career pivot—from selling food to feeding the soul. Leaving behind her role as a sales rep in the food industry, she followed a deeper calling to become a Neuromuscular Therapist, launching her lifelong mission to help others feel vibrant from the inside out.
She founded Choosing Vibrancy to inspire and teach natural, simple self-care solutions that anyone—anywhere—can weave into daily life. Through her workshops, one-on-one consultations, and global wellness community, Sherri has helped thousands of people reclaim their vitality and well-being.
If you believe that “Zen” moments are reserved for vacations or that your morning mood depends on everyone else in the house—get ready to flip that script.
Driven by a deep fascination with the body-mind connection, Sherri has spent decades immersed in the science and art of personal empowerment. Her work invites you to reconnect with your own inner compass and discover just how good you’re meant to feel.
Guest Resources:
https://choosingvibrancy.com/
https://nikken.com/en/choosingvibrancy
https://www.facebook.com/groups/choosingvibrancy
Join Sherri’s free Facebook group: Choosing Vibrancy
Book a free 30-minute sleep consultation
Mentioned in this episode:
Oura Ring (Heather’s sleep tracker)
The power of sleep masks, soundscapes, and environment design
Why teens, caregivers, and professionals all need more sleep