It’s such an interesting question, isn’t it? Imagine suddenly discovering that you could function perfectly without a single hour of sleep. No groggy mornings, no snooze button, no dark circles—just endless hours to fill however you want.

So, what would I do with all that extra time?

Well… I’d travel the world.
Not in a rushed, “tick off all the cities in a week” kind of way, but slowly—wandering from place to place, soaking up different cultures, sitting by the sea, and exploring places I’ve always dreamed of. Italy, Cornwall, quiet coastal towns… I can picture it all so clearly.

But here’s the thing—as dreamy as the idea is, I actually can’t imagine a life without sleep. Not for me.

Sleep isn’t just a luxury in my world; it’s a necessity. Living with epilepsy means rest isn’t optional—it’s part of how I stay well. Those extra hours of sleep give my brain the time it needs to reset, restore, and stay balanced. Without proper sleep, my symptoms creep in, my body struggles, and everything feels that bit harder.

So while the idea of gaining extra hours to explore the world is lovely, I know my health has to come first. And honestly? There’s something comforting about that. Rest isn’t wasted time—it’s healing time.

Maybe one day I will see the world—not by skipping sleep, but by taking life at my own pace, listening to my body, and knowing that every restful night brings me a step closer to the things I want to do.

Daily writing prompt

If you didn’t need sleep, what would you do with all the extra time?

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