Robert Sweetman

Robert Sweetman, known as the "Sleep Genius," is a former Navy SEAL who has transitioned into a sleep scientist and entrepreneur. His unique background combines military experience with expertise in sleep optimization.

Career Background

Navy SEAL Experience: Robert joined the Navy at 28 years old and completed BUDs class 284 to become a Navy SEAL.1 He served for eight years, including:

• Two deployments with SEAL Team Seven
• Instructor role at Advanced Training Command

Transition to Sleep Science: After being medically retired due to injuries, including PTSD, TBI, and sleep disorders, Sweetman dedicated himself to studying sleep science.1 This career shift was partly motivated by the suicide of his platoon mate, Ryan Larkin, who had struggled with sleep issues and mental health problems.

Current Role and Expertise

Robert Sweetman is now recognized as a sleep expert, offering various services:

• Founder of Sixty Two Romeo (also written as 62romeo), a sleep optimization company15
• Private sleep coach, providing one-on-one consultations via Zoom or in person3
• Keynote speaker on sleep science4
• Sleep optimization instructor, teaching techniques used by Navy SEALs2

Approach and Philosophy

Sweetman's approach to sleep optimization is informed by his military background and scientific research. He focuses on:

• Understanding the bi-directional relationship between sleep and mental health1
• Addressing sleep deprivation, which he sees as a widespread problem1
• Applying techniques learned from Navy SEAL training to improve sleep quality2

Robert Sweetman positions himself as "the best in the world at optimizing sleep" to help individuals perform at their best.46 His unique combination of military experience and sleep science expertise sets him apart in the field of sleep optimization.