Magazine No.131 October Issue: I Just Want a Good Night's Sleep | Little Days

I Just Want a Good Night's Sleep Can you smell sleep? Sleep itself is odorless, yet its absence leaves us restless. "The desire for sleep transforms into an aroma that fills the room, mingling thickly with the scent of a mattress and blankets unexposed to the sun all winter, lingering in the confined space, forming the room's unique atmosphere." In her essay "Fishing for Sleep," writer Zhong Yi-wen lucidly reveals our deep longing for slumber. Following the positive reception of our issue on "Insomniacs" in No. 91, we now turn our focus directly to sleep, to thoughtfully explore the subject. Sleep accounts for one-third of our lives. For a 90-year-old, that equates to 30 years spent sleeping – a staggering thought, isn't it? Yet, our understanding of this vast expanse of time remains remarkably thin. The importance of sleep is like the roots of a tree; without a strong foundation, many aspects of life struggle to flourish. Is dreaming a good thing? How much sleep is truly enough each day? For modern individuals, the inability to sleep soundly has become a malady of civilization. "I just want a good night's sleep" is the deepest yearning for many. Leslie Cheung's final message before his passing read: "Now, I can finally have a good sleep." Sleepless nights take a profound toll on our physical and mental well-being. In this issue, we invite actor Rhydian Vaughan, illustrator Nao-me, hypnotherapist Elena, and sleep expert Wu Jia-shuo, among others, to share their experiences with sleep. Rhydian finds relief from insomnia through breathing exercises and meditation, Nao-me cherishes the comfort of her old pajamas for sleep, and Elena savors the feeling of refreshment upon waking. Additionally, psychologist Wu Jia-shuo offers essential insights into the fundamentals of sleep. Hypnotherapists and psychologists alike suggest that dwelling on insomnia might be counterproductive. It's often the anxiety surrounding sleeplessness that most deeply impacts our health. Identifying the root cause and addressing it directly is the key to a restful night. In subsequent sections, we delve into intriguing sleep facts: what species is the world's most adept sleeper? Do Icelandic parents leave their babies to nap outdoors in strollers? We share these and other fascinating sleep-related questions with our readers. The more we explore the mysterious world of sleep, the more captivating it becomes. May you all enjoy a peaceful night's sleep, waking up to a day filled with renewed energy. ▎One Thing Wander Through the Sculptural Realms of 20th Century Art Masters Follow the Mobile Museum to Visit the Forest of Ancient Trees Bring the Wandering Xiao Mi Back to Her Tribe Aerial Yoga: A Practice for Refining the Body and Centering the Mind The Midnight Fish Market: Uncovering a Century of Secrets ▎Illustrator's Diary Irene Chung: The World Under Her Brush is Always Free and True ▎Columns Luo Ting-ling: The Psychological Theater of Being Chased for Articles and Chasing Articles Hao-Ping Huang: Assessing the Necessity of Daring to Offend Others Tseng Wei-min: Accidental Grace in Life ▎Cover Story All I Need is a Good Sleep I Just Want a Good Night's Sleep Part I: Our Sleep Routines Rhydian Vaughan: Good breathing leads to good sleep – a fundamental skill that requires daily practice. Nao-me: Sleep is like a practice for relaxing the body and mind; though not always enjoyable, it's essential. Hypnotherapist Elena: Whether asleep or awake, the important thing is to accept oneself in any state. Psychologist Wu Jia-shuo: Learning to let go of anxiety; insomnia can also be a signal from the body. Part II: Seven Sleep Myths – How Many Do You Know? Part III: Personality Test – Six Sleep Positions Reveal Your Hidden Traits ▎Renting is a Statement Model Cody: When the outside world constantly creates new pressures, I can retreat into things I love. ▎Little Days × Fei Chang Mu Lan: Unboxing Local Initiatives Dongshi, Taichung: A Thriving and Free-Spirited Community