BeSophro Founder Dominique Antiglio Featured on Women’s Health Unwrapped Podcast to Share Sophrology Tools for Perimenopause
London, September 9, 2025 — Dominique Antiglio, founder of BeSophro and best-selling author of The Life-Changing Power of Sophrology, has been featured on the latest episode of Women’s Health Unwrapped, the award-winning podcast dedicated to empowering women with expert insights on health and wellbeing.
In the episode, “Sophrology for Perimenopause: Simple daily practices to feel like yourself again,” Dominique explores how sophrology — a simple, guided mind and body practice that blends breathwork, body awareness, gentle movement and visualisation — can help women navigate the emotional and physical challenges of perimenopause.
Listeners will learn practical tools to rebuild calm, clarity and self-trust during this life stage. Dominique also shares strategies for better sleep, identity reconnection, and establishing evening routines that support mental and physical wellbeing.
Highlights from the episode include:
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Why sophrology is a powerful tool for busy minds.
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How better sleep underpins overall health.
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A quick 3-step reset you can use anytime, anywhere.
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Compassion as a vital performance tool, not a luxury.
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How sophrology supports Dominique’s RESET plan: mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress.
As an internationally recognised sophrologist, Dominique has supported Olympic athletes, CEOs, and organisations including Amazon, The UK Government, and The World Economic Forum. Through BeSophro, she leads a team focused on practical, scalable solutions to improve stress resilience, sleep quality and mental wellbeing.
Dominique Antiglio said:
“Perimenopause can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a time to reconnect with who you are and what you value. Sophrology offers simple daily practices that help women move through this phase with more clarity, calm and self-worth.”
The full episode is available to stream on Spotify: Listen here.
Elevating Workplace Wellbeing: BeSophro Featured in HR News
We’re delighted to share that BeSophro, founded by Dominique Antiglio, has been prominently featured in HR News in the article titled “Boosting Workplace Wellbeing Through Sophrology: A Practical Tool for HR Leaders”. The piece showcases Sophrology as a highly effective and practical way for HR leaders to build resilience, enhance focus, and reduce workplace stress.
The article outlines how today’s fast-paced working environments require more than traditional well-being programs. Instead, employees benefit from short, easy-to-embed practices that support nervous system regulation and mental clarity without disrupting productivity. Notably, Sophrology, which blends breathing, gentle movement, relaxation, and visualisation, offers precisely that: lasting mental resilience through accessible, scientifically grounded techniques.
Dominique’s journey is also featured: from discovering Sophrology as a teen to applying it with over 25 years of experience in corporate settings. At BeSophro, she and her team use Sophrology alongside modern neuroscience to help professionals manage stress, sleep better, and perform with clarity, always mindful of workplace realities.
How HR can bring Sophrology into the workplace
- Resilience & Stress Management: Short sessions that help staff understand stress triggers and shift perspective toward goals and purpose.
- Conscious Leadership: Techniques that empower leaders to pause, emotionally regulate, and respond mindfully under pressure.
- Enhanced Performance: Proven benefits for focus, creativity, and a positive mindset—tools trusted by elite athletes and executives alike.
The article recommends a flexible program model for HR leaders: a short introductory workshop followed by weekly, 25-minute sessions. This format works well for hybrid and remote teams, supports talent retention, and enhances leadership and performance.
Read the full HR News article to explore how Sophrology can transform workplace wellbeing and performance.
Why this matters to you
- Works on any schedule: Easy to integrate into busy workdays without competing with existing priorities.
- Clinically grounded: Combines evidence-based wellness methods with neuroscience for real impact.
- Lifelong toolkit: Once learned, your team has resiliency skills to use anywhere – personally or professionally.
Ready to empower your workplace with Sophrology? Whether you’re exploring wellbeing programs, leadership coaching, or digital courses, BeSophro is here to guide your journey toward a more resilient and inspired organisation.
BeSophro Featured on Gathered: Healing Anxiety with Diet & Deep Breathing
We’re excited to share that BeSophro and our signature approach to Sophrology have been featured in Gathered magazine’s recent article, “Expert-approved lifestyle changes can reduce anxiety – and anyone can do them”, published on 17 August 2025. The piece sheds light on how small, accessible changes—especially in diet and breathing habits—can make a real difference for those managing anxiety.
Gathered’s article explores key dietary shifts that can ease anxiety, from skipping alcohol and caffeine to embracing protein-rich and magnesium-packed foods, incorporating fermented staples like kefir, and enjoying calming herbal teas. Importantly, it underscores the transformative role of deep breathing—from diaphragmatic and abdominal techniques to Eastern-inspired practices like qigong and Sophrology.
On that note, Gathered features this explanation by our founder, Dominique Antiglio:
“Sophrology is a wellbeing practice that blends those ancient Eastern philosophies with Western science to help us tap into our resilient selves. It uses breathing, relaxation, body awareness, meditation and visualisation techniques designed to help you connect with your resilience and improve your mental and physical health.”
This mention helps spotlight Sophrology as a grounded, science-backed option—especially when paired with healthy lifestyle changes—as a gentle yet potent tool for building resilience.
Why This Matters
- Holistic resilience: Sophrology blends body and mind tools—breathing, meditation, visualization—with lifestyle changes like diet to support overall well-being.
- Rooted in accessibility: These practices are simple, intuitive, and available to anyone—no gear or special training required.
- Growing mainstream recognition: Being featured in Gathered marks another step in Sophrology’s journey toward wider adoption beyond its Continental European roots.
Curious to explore how Sophrology might support your journey toward calm, confidence, or resilience? Read the full Gathered article here:
“Expert-approved lifestyle changes can reduce anxiety – and anyone can do them” on Gathered
Looking for personalised guidance or travel-friendly Sophrology routines? Be Sophro is here to support your well-being with practical, adaptable tools wherever you are.
From Burnout to Balance: BeSophro Featured in Swoon by SLH
We’re thrilled to share that BeSophro, led by founder Dominique Antiglio, has been spotlighted in Swoon by SLH’s recent article “From Burnout to Balance: How to Incorporate Sophrology into Your Travels”. Written by Chloe Frost-Smith and published on 22 August 2025, the piece introduces Sophrology as a powerful—and accessible—mind-body practice ideal for modern travellers seeking calm, clarity, and presence wherever they go.
The article highlights how Sophrology—a gentle blend of breathing, guided visualisation, relaxation, and movement—offers a practical form of “meditation for people who can’t meditate.” Dominique’s method is described as transformational in helping travellers reduce stress, ease flight anxiety, and reset their energy while on the move.
Of particular note is the exclusive partnership announced in the article: SLH Club Members can access the BeSophro membership during their stays as part of the Wellbeing Collection. This collaboration turns travel time into an opportunity to pause, recharge, and reconnect—aligning perfectly with BeSophro’s mission to bring mental well-being wherever you are.
If you’re curious to see how Sophrology can elevate your travel experiences—or simply want inspiration for staying balanced in today’s fast-paced world—check out the full article on Swoon by SLH.
What This Means for You
- Transform Travel Time: Whether you’re jet-lagged, overwhelmed by airport hustle, or simply craving peace, Sophrology offers quick, calming rituals you can practice anywhere.
- Accessible for All: With just a few minutes of mindful movement, visualization, or breathwork, travelers can unlock clearer focus and deeper relaxation—no prior experience needed.
- Exclusive Access: If you’re an SLH Club Member, you can enjoy BeSophro’s membership during your stay as part of their Wellbeing Collection. It’s wellness made seamless and on the go.
We’re proud to see BeSophro recognised for bringing mindful reset into travel culture and even more excited to continue supporting your journeys, whether you’re boarding a plane or sitting at your desk.
Is 2 hours of sleep better than none?
If you’ve ever laid in bed watching the hours slip away, wondering whether it’s even worth trying to sleep - yes, two hours of sleep is better than none. But just barely.
While short sleep can provide temporary relief from extreme fatigue, it lacks the restorative power of a full night’s sleep, leaving you at risk of physical and mental health issues if it becomes a regular pattern.
Whether you’re pulling a late-night shift, navigating parenthood, or simply struggling with insomnia, it’s important to understand what happens to your body when you get so little rest, and how to support your health in the short term while working toward better sleep in the long run.
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What happens when you sleep for just 2 hours?
A typical night’s sleep consists of several 90-minute cycles, moving through four stages: light sleep, deep (slow-wave) sleep, and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Each stage plays a critical role in recovery, memory formation, hormone regulation, and overall wellbeing.
With only 2 hours of sleep, you might complete one full cycle, or perhaps not even that, meaning your brain misses out on key restorative stages, especially REM sleep, which is linked to emotional processing and cognitive function.
REM and deep sleep are where your body and mind recover. Without them, you’re running on empty.
– Dr Steven Laureys, BeSophro Scientific Advisor
Why 2 hours is better than none (but not by much)
If you’re debating whether to stay up all night or grab 2 hours of shut-eye, always choose sleep, no matter how short. Even a limited amount can:
- Improve alertness temporarily
- Slightly enhance memory recall and decision-making
- Support immune system recovery (albeit minimally)
- Reduce irritability and stress
- Lower your risk of microsleeps – brief lapses in consciousness common in total sleep deprivation
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The risks of chronic 2-hour sleep nights
While one short night can be recovered from, consistently sleeping just 2 hours a night puts your health at serious risk. The effects compound quickly:
- Cognitive and emotional strain
- Trouble focusing, remembering, or processing information
- Mood swings, anxiety, or symptoms of depression
- Impaired judgment and slower reaction times
- Physical health decline
- Increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke
- Poor blood sugar regulation and potential weight gain
- Higher inflammation levels throughout the body
- Weakened immune function
- More frequent illnesses, slower healing, and longer recovery from infections
- Hormonal imbalance
- Cortisol (the stress hormone) increases
- Ghrelin and leptin (hunger hormones) become dysregulated, making you feel hungrier
What if it’s a one-off night?
If you can’t sleep, don’t panic. A single night of 2-hour sleep won’t derail your long-term health. But you might notice the following effects the next day:
- Difficulty concentrating
- Heavy eyelids or uncontrollable yawning
- Microsleeps, where your brain “switches off” for a few seconds
- Irritability and emotional sensitivity
- Physical sluggishness
To get through the day, try the following:
- Hydrate early and often
- Get 15–30 minutes of daylight exposure, preferably in the morning
- Take short, strategic naps (no longer than 30 minutes)
- Avoid sugary snacks and heavy meals
- Move your body – stretching and walking can help reset energy levels
Why you shouldn't rely on 2-hour sleep blocks
Some people experiment with polyphasic sleep – dividing sleep into short blocks throughout the day. While this can help manage temporary disruptions (e.g., night shifts, newborns), most people can’t sustain this pattern without long-term health issues.
Sleep isn’t just about quantity, it’s about uninterrupted quality. Only during longer stretches of sleep do you reach deep and REM stages consistently. That’s when the real healing happens.
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Is there a minimum sleep threshold?
Sleep experts agree that around 6 hours of continuous sleep is the lower limit for most people to avoid short-term health impacts. Below that, the risks rise significantly.
Everyone’s sleep needs are different, but no adult can maintain good health on 2 hours of sleep a night. Your cognitive function, emotional stability, and physical wellbeing all depend on more.
Where Sophrology comes in: A natural path to better sleep
If you find yourself regularly surviving on 2 hours of sleep or less, it’s a signal that your nervous system may be overstimulated or under-supported.
That’s where Sophrology, a structured mind-body practice combining relaxation, breathing, visualisation, and light movement, can help.
At BeSophro, the ‘Reset Your Sleep’ guided programme take you through short daily practices designed to:
- Calm the mind before bed
- Ease anxiety and restlessness
- Regulate the nervous system
- Encourage the body’s natural sleep rhythm
Even just 10 minutes of Sophrology before bed can make a big difference in your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, without needing medication or drastic lifestyle changes.
FAQs: 2 Hours of Sleep vs No Sleep
- Is sleeping 2 hours better than pulling an all-nighter?
Even a short rest can boost alertness and reduce mental fatigue. If you can sleep for two hours, it’s better than staying awake all night.
- How long can I survive on 2 hours of sleep a night?
Most people can’t maintain this for more than a few days without serious health effects. Long-term, it increases the risk of chronic illness and cognitive decline.
- Will a nap help after only 2 hours of sleep?
Yes, a short nap (15–30 minutes) can restore alertness. But it’s not a replacement for full sleep cycles.
- Can Sophrology help if I can’t sleep more than 2 hours?
Yes- Sophrology helps relax your mind and body, easing the barriers to sleep. Many people find they fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply after just a week of regular practice.
- What’s the best thing to do after a 2-hour night?
Expose yourself to daylight, hydrate, avoid heavy meals, and take a short nap later if possible. Avoid caffeine late in the day to protect your next night’s sleep.
While 2 hours of sleep is better than none, it’s a stopgap, not a solution. Sleep is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. If you’re regularly missing out on deep, restorative sleep, tools like Sophrology can gently help your body return to balance.
Note: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional for medical concerns.
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