Paul Rodriguez

Breathless Sleep... No More Paul Rodriguez

Breathless Sleep... no more is my journey of how, as a self-employed lawyer, I struggled for years against severe obstructive sleep apnoea. Incredibly, my first step was to become aware of and acknowledge its existence - much like alcoholism. I was faced with the debilitating and life threatening consequences of my breathing suddenly stopping. It occurred mostly during sleep...without warning and without control. During my journey of discovery for effective treatment I tried conventional and unconventional methods. In doing so I achieved independence and control over my health. In the book I discuss the relevant science underpinning the chosen method and use "before" and "after" sleep studies and photographs to support my case for overcoming sleep apnoea. Following many months of disciplined breathing exercises I emerged triumphant. The battlefield of anxiety, inner conflict and self-doubt is left behind. My recapture of lost sleep and control over my mind and body will inspire millions of people affected by this increasingly prevalent sleep disorder. Author Biography: Paul has practised law for almost 30 years and specializes in building and construction disputes. His second marriage is to Deb, a family law barrister. They both have 2 children from their previous marriage. He shares with Deb a love of family, good food, wine and scuba diving. Paul loves many forms of music, particularly jazz and the lyrics of solo musicians which tell a story. Following completion of a Bachelor of Arts (majoring in English) at Monash University, Melbourne he often contemplated writing a book. Little did he know that he would be the subject of his first book Breathless Sleep...no more. After battling with sleep apnoea, in varying degrees, for almost a third of his life he realized that his mother's sleep apnoea was sadly undiagnosed before her death at almost 71 years. In honour of his mother's memory he vowed to write about the trials and tribulations of his experiences and to share the ultimate joy of his liberation from severe sleep apnoea so that others may benefit. The knowledge and power gained from the experiences recounted in Breathless Sleep...no more represent a watershed in Paul's life. He believes that it will represent a significant turning point in your life.