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Most of us have been taught to believe that sleeping once in a 24h cycle is an efficient way to live.  I am not going to tell you it is a conspiracy but I am going to tell you that you are more likely to require phycological or pharmaceutical assistance later in life if you are not able to respond to the natural requirements of your body.  

Even babies know instinctively there is nothing better to reset the energy levels than a siesta in the afternoon. The above photo is myself and Esteban when he was just two days old.  And already he is teaching me lessons about how to sleep more effectively!

# <center>The three main sleep patterns</center>

- Monophasic - one single period of sleep during a 24h cycle.

- Biphasic - two periods of sleep during a 24h cycle.

- Polyphasic - multiple periods of sleep during a 24h cycle.

## Why am I telling you this?
When SBD shot above $10 a few weeks ago I made the switch from monophasic to biphasic in the knowledge that I needed to increase my productivity.  And I have been reminded once more of how effective this technique is.  

For around 5 years I have naturally been switching between the three main sleep phasic options.  Always using biphasic & polyphic for the same reason: I need more hours of focused, effective productivity.  I have found polyphasic to be the most effective but the hardest to achieve without an adjustment period in which I feel very tired.

These days I can switch from monophasic to biphasic without any adjustment period.  

I try to remain monophasic as often as possible because Sabrina prefers me to sleep at the same time as her.  Which is fair enough.  I enjoy that too.  

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But sometimes... like when SBD goes crazy high... 

## <center>WE MUST SIEZE THE DAY!</center>
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## The Simple Siesta

The stress levels of people who take siestas are lower than those who don't.  It's really as simple as that.  Further study on this subject will lead you to the conclusion that this is the healthiest way to live... and sleep.  Those who are able to siesta live longer, more productive & less stressful lives.

## The plight of the working man

For centuries we have been encouraged to adopt a monophasic sleep pattern and certainly our body design appears to favour this system. Unlike many other mammals, our visual acuity is greatly reduced at night, making daylight hours the logical choice for optimal productivity. 

## Circadian Rhythm

We are told that our natural circadian rhythm regulates the production of hormones which create wakefulness during the day and sleepiness at night. Whilst this may for the most part be true, the vast array of artificial lights in the average person's life and general lack of natural daylight makes a mockery of actually connecting to our true circadian rhythm.

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Hong Kong. Shot in 2015 from my hotel window.

## Letting go of logic

I can think of a fair few times when I felt more awake at night than I did during the day. I understand circadian rhythm and our reduced visibility at night, making it logical to assume we should sleep at night.  But I also understand that my energy depends on the moment.  And there are many factors at play.  Most people are not even aware of it but the moon phase has a huge effect on our energy at night. It's just that we are so connected to logic and the standard 9-5 life, we have lost our connection to that which our bodies require. 

Before the Industrial Revolution, monophasic would not have been the dominant sleep system around the world yet today siestas are associated with the elderly and those of us lucky enough to live in hot countries where businesses close down during the hottest part of the day.  Unless you happen to be a baby!

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Here you can see my son Esteban in this montage of quick-fire shots, having a good old yawn, ready for snooze time :)

## Children mimicking the adults 

I mentioned children because they are more in tune with their body's intuitive needs, yet as they grow older they want to replicate the way we live our lives.  Lives which are usually dominated by jobs requiring us to live an unnatural monophasic sleep system.

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London, 2012 (shot at sunset from the top of the Shell Building)

## Mammals 

Most other mammals on this planet adopt the polyphasic system because like babies they are unconcerned with money making pressures or the stresses of daily life. They simply do what feels most natural to them: they sleep when they are tired and they feel safe.

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## The power of the morning sunlight

There is no question that the morning sunlight on my skin makes me feel alive in a way that is hard to describe with words and re-invigorates me completely after starting my working day at 2am

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That's me & a local cat lapping it up in my usual sunrise spot on the edge of a Bali valley.

And here is my little wooden office in which I am currently spending most of my time.  Thankfully it has good natural light. I have spent the last two years in this room, I discovered crypto & Steemit from this desk and I feel pretty well connected with it now... but ready to move on too.  

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## An average biphasic day
In one 24h cycle I sleep for a total of 5 hours and work for a total of 18.  Leaving one hour for relaxing.

- 2am work begins
(two 6 hour work sessions divided by a 15min food break with the family at breakfast time)

- 2pm quick lunch & siesta (2 hours sleep)

- 4pm work begins (6 hours work)

- 10pm dinner & relax with Sabrina (1 hour relax)

- 11pm sleep (3 hours sleep)

- 2am work begins... and off we go again!

I am in no way strict with myself about sticking to this schedule but it constantly amazes me when using this system how much I can get done each day, and how much energy I have with which to do it. 

Though like I said, if you live with your partner & family, it won't win you too many gold stars!

## Moderation
My body speaks to me clearly when I listen. And what it usually says is this: do not abuse me...everything in moderation please.

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## In Conclusion

Now that you understand the bigger picture I hope you are able to use this knowledge to your advantage.

I would love to hear from anyone who tries this.

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This article has been adapted and updated from my thoughts on this subject one year ago.  See original article [here](https://steemit.com/health/@samstonehill/is-your-sleep-pattern-permitting-you-to-get-the-most-out-of-life-learn-to-steemit-more-here)

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