Why Can’t We Sleep Comfortably Anywhere? The Evolutionary Mystery Uncovered

17/10/2024 9 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we dive deep into a question we've all asked ourselves: why can’t we sleep comfortably in chairs or on planes? Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of evolution, modern behavior, and human variation.

Here are the top 5 discussion points from today’s episode:


Why evolution hasn’t prioritized sleeping comfortably in upright positions.
The surprising fact that humans invented sitting and how it affects our bodies.
How variation in sleep habits benefits human adaptability.
The role randomness plays in evolutionary traits and mutations.
How modern behaviors, like screen use and GPS dependence, could shape the future of human evolution.


Want to learn more? Check out our detailed blog post here: Why Can’t We Sleep Comfortably Anywhere? The Evolutionary Mystery Uncovered

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