Daily writing prompt

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

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Hello, my dear friends!

I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful and thoughtful mood. Today’s writing prompt poses a fascinating question: “If you didn’t need sleep, what would you do with all the extra time?”

वैसे तो लोग अक्सर कहते हैं—“मेरे पास time नहीं है,” and in today’s busy world, this feels absolutely true.

One day, while lying on my bed and thinking about this very rush of life, something magical happened. My dark room suddenly glowed with a soft, divine light. I opened my eyes, and there stood my beloved Lord Himself, holding the Sudarshan Chakra, smiling gently.

Overjoyed, I bowed and said, “Prabhu, I want more time. I have so much I wish to do! I want to be like Kumbhkaran for a week—but in reverse—I do not want to sleep at all.

I want to enjoy my passions with all the extra hours!”
The Lord smiled and replied, “ॐ अस्तु. So be it.”

And just like that, I felt an incredible excitement rise within me. If I truly had all twenty-four hours at my disposal without the need to sleep, how would I use them?

My Current Rhythm of Life

As a retired individual, I strive to maintain a well-balanced, fulfilling routine. My mornings begin with a refreshing walk followed by yoga. Soon after, I swim for a burst of energy.

Late mornings and nights are dedicated to my passions—blogging, painting, and creating videos.

Evenings are reserved for my favorite indoor game: Table Tennis.
After lunch, I enjoy a cozy nap that recharges my spirit.

But imagine a world where sleep was no longer necessary. What would I truly do with those extra hours?

A New World of Opportunities

Gaining an additional one-third of the day feels like being gifted a second life. Time, the most precious resource, suddenly expands. And with expansion comes transformation.

Pursuing Passions Without Limits

My creative pursuits—painting, writing, storytelling—are my greatest joys. Yet, I often find myself racing against time to fit them into the day.

With extra hours, I would immerse myself completely into these passions.
I would experiment with abstract art techniques, play with new color palettes, and bring emotions alive on canvas.

I would write stories, blogs, and poems that resonate deeply with readers.

Music has always fascinated me. Learning the guitar is an unfulfilled dream. Those extra hours would finally give me space to hold the instrument with patience and create melodies that calm the soul.

Learning, Growing, Evolving

Time without sleep would be the perfect opportunity for self-development.
I would enroll in online courses in philosophy, technology, history—subjects that expand the mind and deepen understanding.

Perhaps I would even explore new skills like digital art or coding—things that seem daunting when time feels limited. Continuous learning keeps the mind vibrant, curious, and alive.

Strengthening Bonds With Loved Ones

One of the most fulfilling uses of extra time would be nurturing relationships.
I would spend more time sharing stories with my granddaughter, playing games with my family, and dancing with my friends from the senior citizens’ group.

Deep conversations, long walks, and late-night laughter would strengthen bonds in ways that ordinary schedules do not allow.

Giving Back to Society

What better use of time than bringing joy to others?
With extra hours, I would mentor young minds, volunteer for causes close to my heart, and support children in their extracurricular passions.

Life becomes richer when our time becomes a bridge of kindness.

Exploring the Beauty of the World

The world is a treasure chest of wonder—mountains, forests, oceans, cultures.
Those extra hours would allow me to travel more freely, collect stories, meet new people, and immerse myself in places that nourish the soul.

Finding Balance in Limitless Time

Even in a sleepless world, balance would remain essential.
Some hours would be dedicated to introspection—meditating beneath the stars, reading by soft candlelight, or simply sitting in silence.

Time is not only about doing; it is also about being.

The Irony of Extra Time

Interestingly, the thought of not needing sleep raises a deeper question:
Would these extra hours make us more productive—or more restless?

Sleep is, after all, essential for clarity and emotional well-being.
Without it, would life feel fuller or simply more crowded?

A Gentle Awakening

Just as I was lost in these beautiful thoughts, someone shook me gently.
“Stop dreaming so much! It’s morning already!”

It was my wife — smiling, amused, and the reason I returned from my divine adventure.
And just like that, the dream ended…but the reflection stayed.

My Final Submission

Perhaps we may never escape the need for sleep.
But this thought experiment reminds us that the real key to fulfillment is not more time, but better use of the time we already have.

So, my friends, tell me—
If you didn’t need sleep, how would you use those precious extra hours?

I look forward to hearing your dreams and thoughts!

BE HAPPY… BE ACTIVE… BE FOCUSED… BE ALIVE

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