Is it possible to sleep standing up?
Sometimes I'm so tired on the train that I feel like I could just drop off. My friend joked about sleeping standing up. But is it genuinely possible for a human to actually sleep while standing upright?
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9 months ago
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Honestly, I've almost fallen asleep standing in a crowded metro after a super long day! Not real sleep, obviously, but that drowsy state? Yeah, feels possible. Like a micro-nap. Lol.
8 months ago
Hmm, actually for me, sometimes my fatigue from thyroid issues can make me feel so sleepy I could literally doze off anywhere. But actual deep sleep? I think that needs lying down. If you're feeling constantly tired, maybe check your thyroid levels, it helped me a lot.
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8 months ago
Beta, real, restful sleep needs you to be comfortable, no? Standing up, your body is always working to keep balance. Some animals sleep standing, but for humans, it's not natural. Good hot milk before bed is always a good idea for sound sleep.
8 months ago
I've seen videos of horses sleeping standing up, so it made me wonder about humans! I guess it's more like 'resting' standing up rather than proper sleep. Like when you're waiting in a queue and nod off for a second.
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