What is the longest you've ever stayed awake?
By offkey
@offkey (313)
United States
July 7, 2010 6:01am CST
The longest I've stayed awake is 72 hours, I was going crazy I was really hyper and pretty delusional, lol I wanted to sleep but I just couldn't I would lay in bed and stare at the ceiling, even after taking sleeping medication and still not going to sleep, I took sleeping meds. and a bath and that finally knocked me out.
I hate when I'm online at like 5am and people say "why are you awake so early?" and I say "I haven't slept yet" and they are like "You know that's bad for you, right?" Duh! really you don't think I know that, I've only been living with insomnia for as long as I can remember, they say that when I tell them I only sleep a few hours a night too. Honestly I hate sleeping, it's a waste of time, there is so much that could be done and so much that could be taken care of if we just didn't have to sleep. Thoughts?
2 responses
@kath83 (81)
• Philippines
5 Oct 10
the longest hours that i stayed awake was for 32 hours while i was doing some school related activities. that was without even naps. i am surprised that i managed to stay awake for that long period of time and still go to my classes. i could not imagine doing that thing again. Lesson learned avoid cramming.
@whatrow (792)
• United States
28 Aug 11
You two have me beat. You have stayed awake longer than I have. I have been struggling with insomnia for a few weeks now. Sleeping pills (non-prescription) work. But, I can't keep taking pills everytime I have to sleep. Last night, I refused to take any medication. I was awake the entire night. None of my usual tricks worked. I sat upright in an armchair until I thought I was ready to finally drift off to sleep. Then, I went back into my bed. But,instead of sleeping, I became instantly awake. I was very restless all night. I couldn't wait for the next day to start. After sunrise, I managed to sleep for 2 hours, sitting in my chair. In the afternoon, I layed on my bed and FINALLY fell asleep. But only for 2 hours. I still have 5 days to go before my anxiety is relieved because I will finally get a little money and can take care of my needs. I don't know how to handle tonight. Maybe I should just take the pills.
I love sleeping. Everyday I have to fight with myself to get me out of bed. 
You should be a memeber of the Cullen family. 