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What does it mean?
You remain unconscious until you wake up.
In plain terms
Sleeping is the default state until you open your eyes.
What can you take from it?
Awareness requires action like waking up.

Where it applies

  • daily routine
  • meditation

Putting it to work

  • start day with intention
  • check awareness

Questions to consider

  • What wakes you up each day?
  • Are you present now?

Another view

Sleep does not imply unconsciousness of thoughts.

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