While away from home, I’ve slept in a couple different arrangements, both having different effects. Back in a bed, I was surprised to find I miss my at home setup.
A Return to Old Ways
Sleeping in a conventional bed again wasn’t as comfortable as I was expecting. It took some time to get settled back in and I even woke up feeling pretty stiff.
One thing in particular that I’m glad on is that I woke up with a familiar lethargy as of late. I’ve had trouble getting up as early as I once did since around the time I started the trial and wondered if it had an impact. This might be a sign it’s something else, good news depending on the perspective.
Currently, I’ve visiting my cousin, and my setup here is closer to the Japanese futon back home. It’s the type of futon most people think of when they hear the term. Looking it over, it does remind me of the shikibuton, it’s a thin pad of cotton. The major difference is this one is on a couch frame, not just on the floor.
Final Thoughts
In the end, I was glad to see that things took a turn for the better after I changed my sleeping habits. I’m not entirely certain if sleeping on the floor has any direct benefits, but I surprisingly enjoy it. I’m looking forward to learning more and improving on the foundation I’ve started building.
The portability of the shikibuton helps with the minimalist mindset. Working from home, I stay in my room most of the day, and often I’d collapse into bed after a tiring day. With my bed folded up and put away, I can easily change the purpose of my room at a given moment.
For the next trial, I’m going to be trying the no complaint challenge. Though more so the mechanics than the “challenge” itself. To summarize, I’ll wear a something on my wrist and anytime I start to complain, I have to switch it to the other wrist.
Trying Out Before Buying In 