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'Bizarre' man miraculously hasn't slept in over 60 years

Saturday, 30/03/2024, 13:06 (GMT+7)

A Vietnamese man has left the world in awe with his 'superhuman' ability to survive without sleep for over six decades.

In a small village in Vietnam, there is a man who has surprised his family and doctors alike with an incredible ability: he hasn't slept for more than 60 years. 

This unbelievable story revolves around Thai Ngoc, an 80-year-old individual who asserts that he cannot experience the feeling of sleeping.

The sophisticated nature of Ngoc's condition has left experts completely puzzled.

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Vietnamese man claims that he hasn't slept for 60 years. Image Credit: Getty

Ngoc's insomnia is said to be caused by a childhood fever

Ngoc's family initially saw his sleeplessness as peculiar, but they have gotten used to his unexplained condition over time. 

Captivated by this phenomenon, YouTuber Drew Binsky embarked on a journey to southern Vietnam to meet Ngoc and spend a night with him, hoping to uncover the truth behind his claims of insomnia.

According to Ngoc, his sleeplessness can be traced back to a childhood fever he experienced in 1962. 

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Ngoc attributes his sleeplessness to a childhood fever he had in 1962. Image Credit: YouTube/Drew Binsky

Despite seeking medical assistance, he has been unable to find any explanation for his continuous insomnia. 

Some people have even speculated that his condition may be linked to a unique case of post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from the Vietnam War.

What did Ngoc do on sleepless nights for over 60 years?

Ngoc expressed his frustration, admitting his envy for those who can experience the blissful act of sleep.

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Speculation suggests Ngoc's sleeplessness may be related to post-traumatic stress disorder from the Vietnam War. Image Credit: Getty

During boundless nights, he finds solace in tending to crops and working tirelessly in the fields. However, despite his seemingly tireless efforts, his life has not been as good as he hoped.

To occupy his sleepless nights, Ngoc embraces various activities. He spends his days working in the fields and utilizes his nights to brew homemade wine. 

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Ngoc engages in farming during the day and makes homemade wine at night. Image Credit: YouTube/Drew Binsky

Although he acknowledges that consuming rice wine occasionally induces drowsiness, it rarely leads to a substantial amount of sleep.

He shared with Binsky that he manages to sleep for only one or two hours when he drinks excessively.

The man has always wished for a deep sleep after 60 years without sleeping

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Every night, Ngoc wears his sleeping clothes, hoping to experience the elusive sensation of deep sleep. Image Credit: YouTube/Drew Binsky

Ngoc still puts on his sleeping clothes every night, wishing that he will eventually feel the rare and peaceful feeling of deep sleep. 

Medical experts remain puzzled, unable to provide a definitive explanation for his bizarre ability to function without rest.