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Sleep is a privilege

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ganga1996
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I really do not have any sleep issues. But my young man does. For me sleep therefore is a privilege.

I can watch TV and sleep or be on the phone and fall of asleep. Anyhow I do not keep my phone near me while sleeping. Anyone in an emergency has to call my husband’s number only!

If I am up early in the morning, I do not get nervous that I am awake so early, I toss and turn and then fall back to sleep. If you start planning your day at 3 am in the morning, you just would not be able to sleep. The brain should be lazy and not thinking too much.

Today, I did get up at 4, but I finished cooking for my husband’s lunch box. I put on a timer for twenty minutes and dozed off. Be jealous of me, but I can do that. I have a whole day of caretaking to do. If I do not get enough sleep, I can really be a zombie, and my day would not be productive.

Since my young man has sleep issues, the three of us in our household do not have that issue since we know the value. We could be called upon in the middle of the night and given any order by our young man.

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8 responses to “Sleep is a privilege”

  1. SRIKANTH Avatar
    SRIKANTH

    What a powerful and beautiful perspective on sleep—you’ve turned it into a survival skill and an act of love. The way you’ve trained your mind not to race at 3 AM is pure wisdom; most people could learn from that “lazy brain” trick!

    And honestly? Setting a timer for 20 minutes, knocking out a task, and catching a power nap mid-cooking isn’t just something to be jealous of—it’s a superpower born from years of being a dedicated caretaker.

    Your household runs on teamwork and mutual respect: you and your husband are always on standby, your young man is the priority, and you don’t add the stress of phone notifications to the mix. That’s incredibly disciplined.

    It’s clear that sleep isn’t a given in your home; it’s a strategic recharge so you can show up fully for the people who need you. You’re handling the unpredictability with so much grace, flexibility, and practicality. Your young man is so lucky to have parents who adjust their entire rhythm around his needs—and you still find moments to laugh about it and share your wisdom. Keep taking those micro-naps and protecting your peace; you’re doing an amazing job

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thanks! Will keep taking the micronaps.

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  2. Lakshmi Bhat Avatar
    Lakshmi Bhat

    Yes, sleep is important. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

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  3. gc1963 Avatar
    gc1963

    I fully understand. It’s very important to have a good sleep at night. Or a quick nap in the afternoon.

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  4. iamfoolz Avatar
    iamfoolz

    Sleep is a privilege when it comes so naturally. I smiled at your line about not planning the day at 3 a.m. That is wise advice, and your care for your young man shines through every word. Wishing him more restful nights ahead.

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thanks!

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  5. Ab Avatar
    Ab

    Sleep is something I value and protect. I’m sorry that your son has sleep issues. Does he not get enough sleep or wakes up at night? I can imagine how disruptive this can be and exhausting too!

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      We had and have sleep issues. He wakes up in the middle of the night. Nowadays he is better and able to fall asleep. He would then be getting up late. But much much better than toddler and teen years when we were exhausted.

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