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I tried this thing called “sleep” last night and I must say that I enjoyed it!

By Richard Weisser

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Richard Weisser Realty

July 27, 2010 01:35 AM

I once read that the famous inventor, Thomas Alva Edison, never slept during the night. Instead his days were punctuated by intermittent catnaps as time allowed. I admire Mr. Edison very much, and I guess for some time I have tried to emulate his sleeping behavior!

But last night I dozed off as usual, in my recliner with my computer on my lap. When I awoke, it was well after midnight so I decided to actually attempt getting some real sleep for a change.

It was actually quite nice and very refreshing. And although I had a little trouble “getting up” this morning, I might try getting an entire night’s sleep again at some point in the future.

That is … as soon as I can find the time!

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June Piper-Brandon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Columbia, MD

Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership

Richard, I find it hard to fit sleep into my schedule too. Last night I dragged my backside to bed about 1am and the alarm went off at 7. I find it hard to sleep with so many ideas racing through my head. When I do sleep it isn't always restful but when it is, boy is it nice. Have a great day!!

Jul 27, 2010 01:50 AM

Ryan Smith

Keller Williams Energy Real Estate Brokerage - Pickering, ON

Never heard of it... haha

Jul 27, 2010 01:53 AM

Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573

MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME

Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

8 hours a night...whoa...look at the real estate work, family time if they did not have to sleep too. Had a buyer that said "I'll sleep when I am dead".

Jul 27, 2010 01:54 AM

Barbara Todaro

RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA

Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Richard.....I'm an early riser, but I fall asleep early too....I'm up at 4:00am.....blogging.....

Jul 27, 2010 01:55 AM

Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty

Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL

Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

I wish I could sleep for a long period like I did years ago. I am lucky to make it six hours! But, I usually wake up in a good mood!

Jul 27, 2010 01:56 AM

Home Loan Search.Online

Home Loan Search Online - Newnan, GA

With the storm the night before last my house didn't sleep. Last night it didn't matter...we were all out by 10:00. It did make it difficult to get going this morning but I think I'm going to have to try it again...

Darrell

Jul 27, 2010 01:59 AM

Don Rogers

Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield - O'Fallon, MO

Realtor, Broker, CDPE, GRI, OnullFallon MO & St Charles County MO homes

I think that sleep is highly overrated but I do try to get at least 5 hours a night.

Jul 27, 2010 02:19 AM

Don MacLean

New England Real Estate Center Inc. - Easton, MA

Realtor-Homes for Sale- Easton, Mass 02356

The world is a 24 hr venture.

Pick and chose you spots to sleep.

Enjoy the day

Jul 27, 2010 02:20 AM

Glenn Roberts

Retired - Seattle, WA

Sometimes our bodies get into cycles we don't comprehend, nor have time for. Just roll with it, or roll over with it.

Jul 27, 2010 03:07 AM

Lottie Kendall

Compass - San Francisco, CA

Helping make your real estate dreams a reality

And I thought it was just me who didn't sleep much. I really appreciate a 7- or 8-hour night!

Jul 27, 2010 03:23 AM

Ginny Gorman

RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI

Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Not much of a sleeper...there's too much to do & i also am up early thinking about AR & the days to dos!

Jul 27, 2010 03:33 AM

Al Raymondi

Ocean View Realty Group in Ormond By The Sea Florida - Ormond Beach, FL

Ormond By The Sea Florida - Home and Condo Sales

Skipping a night sleep was not a problem when I was younger but I don't think I could make it through the day if I tried it now.

Jul 27, 2010 03:54 AM

Jenna Dixon

Momentum Real Estate Group LLC - Marietta, GA

55 & Over | New Constructions | Horse Farms

I don't get the whole, I don't need sleep thing. You are human, you do need sleep, it is the time that your body repairs itself, rids itself of toxins & stress, sleep fights aging and disease...Perhaps if you are not sleeping well regularly, you should find out why.

I find that I am much more capable of dealing with the day to day tasks and stresses if I am well rested. When you are tired, everything seems so much bigger and out of control.

Jul 27, 2010 04:08 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Like you Richard, I don't sleep well either. I've tried everything from pills to natural remedies. I found that the thing that works best for me is to watch C-Span at a very low volume.

Jul 27, 2010 04:30 AM

Chris Ann Cleland

Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA

Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I have the same nasty habit of falling asleep on the sofa. It's like an intermediate sleep step. I can't just go to the bedroom, lie in bed and fall asleep. I will toss and turn.

Jul 27, 2010 05:00 AM

Susan Haughton

Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA

Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

I envy you a full night's sleep...I'm lucky if I can get 4-5 hours at one time...I have tried everything.

Jul 27, 2010 05:01 AM

Cynthia Larsen

Cotati, CA

Independent Broker In Sonoma County, CA

I sleep when my body tells me I need it. Doesn't matter what time of day or night it is. Now that I'm on AR, I have something to do when it's 2AM and I'm completely awake.

Jul 27, 2010 06:22 AM

Sussie Sutton

David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX

David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

I am up at 6:30 and to work by 7:30. Leave work at 5:30 home by 6PM and asleep by 6:45. I sleep for two hours if there is no interruption and wake up until 1 or 2 a.m.

I usually need a 2 P.M. nap on weekend. I know I need more sleep and I am trying to change my sleeping habits.

Coming to you from Texas...

Jul 27, 2010 07:54 AM

Richard Weisser

Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA

Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

I am very surprised to learn that I am not alone in my abstinence from sleep. I guess that's it's part and parcel of being a real estate agent these days!

Jul 27, 2010 09:42 AM

William Feela

WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN

Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Sleep is over rated. I used to go on 4-5 hours a night and I felt great. I now get 6+ and am tired all the time. I am woring at getting back to where I felt good! I did the catnap thing also...worked well for years.

Jul 27, 2010 10:10 AM