Imagine getting eight extra hours every day, or never needing a meal again. No sleep means more time for everything. No eating means no cooking, no shopping and no hungry moments. What would you do with the extra time?
The case for “Never have to sleep”
- You would get eight extra hours every day.
- You could read every book you ever wanted.
- No more being tired in the morning.
The case for “Never have to eat”
- No more cooking, dishes or grocery shopping.
- You would save a lot of money.
- You could still eat for fun if you wanted.
Who picks which side
Busy people, students and anyone who feels there are not enough hours in the day choose never sleeping. Food lovers and people who enjoy cozy nights in bed choose never eating. Many people pause on this one, because both sleep and food are big sources of comfort.
Our take
Never sleep. Eight extra hours every day is like getting a second life. But food lovers point out that eating is one of life's best joys, and they have a point.
Keep the debate going
Follow-up: what would you do with your new free time?
Make it harder
- You never sleep, but you can still dream while awake.
- You never eat, but you can still taste one food per day.
- You only keep the power for one year.
In one line: More hours or no meals. Find more like it in our impossible would you rather questions.
Frequently asked questions
Would you miss sleep?
Many people would miss dreams and the cozy feeling of going to bed. Others say they would happily trade it for extra time to read, play or work.
Would you miss food?
Most people say yes, because meals are social. Family dinners and parties with friends would feel very different without eating.
