I love Darkness

I simply cannot fall asleep once the Darkness sets in. I find myself waiting until those first rays of sunlight practically drag me back toward my bed. My brain just functions perfectly at night; I feel this incredible sense of peace when I’m out walking around at 3:00 AM. Just wandering through nature alone in the dead of night, taking in every single sound, every rustling leaf... it's wonderful. But once the daylight hits? Everything feels dull and washed out. My brain just kind of shuts down. Honestly, no amount of coffee or energy drinks can snap me out of it...

It hasn't caused much trouble in my social life, per se, but if I actually want to function like a normal human being, I have to force myself into bed by 7:00 or 8:00 PM, before the sun goes down. It isn't that I'm afraid of the dark—not at all—it's more like I feel completely out of sync with the world. I don't know if there is some medical or psychological term for this phenomenon? Is it just me, or does anyone else experience this?

I can't help but feel this creeping sense of dread whenever the lights go out... ever since that horrific accident happened, I just can't shake the fear of the Darkness.

Man, me too!!!

Sometimes people give me this weird look like, "You're actually out walking right now? In this neighborhood???"
But I love it. I could stay out all night long because everything feels different—quieter, more intimate... I totally get what you were getting at with your post!!

In medical circles, it might not be a standard diagnosis, but among the general public, people often refer to it as being a "night owl." 🤣 😉

Darkness is pure perfection. Honestly, I’d be the first one to vote to scrap daylight entirely.
But hey, I guess we need it to keep the world spinning as we know it...

There’s nothing better than being out at night—whether you're wandering through a city like Chicago, chilling in a small town, up in the mountains, or just sitting on a balcony.
In a coffee shop, at the beach, in a park... anywhere, really. Daylight is just tedious. It’s exhausting.

Nice post, by the way.🙏

Verizon 😁

I honestly just can't seem to catch any sleep once evening rolls around—it’s always in the morning that I finally feel at peace. There truly isn't anything quite as wonderful as being awake during the late hours; it's as if my energy suddenly surges back and all my senses become incredibly sharp!! I feel so vibrantly alive during those quiet hours, which is such a stark contrast to my days, when I just feel... well, sort of lifeless and completely drained. I haven't the slightest clue why it happens like this!!

In a way, there’s an argument to be made for it. You seem to gravitate toward the Darkness because everything finally settles down. During the day, everything feels rather bland and overwhelming—the world moves at such a frantic pace. But at night, things finally decelerate, and I suspect that slower tempo suits you just fine. If you ever want some company for a walk at any hour of the night, just give me a call. 😉

The night is absolutely stunning—it’s just so magical and incredibly relaxing! The moment Darkness descends, it feels as if my soul takes flight... it’s almost like I become an entirely different person. Everything becomes so much simpler and just... different. And once the moon is out? I honestly just want to head outside and jump around!! (Just a quick side note here: I am definitely not on any drugs or even caffeine, because everyone seems to think that's the case)

I know exactly what you mean... I’m wide awake all night too, finally hitting the sack at dawn and sleeping right through the day. Honestly, Darkness just suits my vibe better than the daylight. I can't stand that summer heat during the day, and I hate feeling like the sun is scorching me; I have zero motivation to step foot outside until the sun starts setting. I really wish I had a few friends like that so I wouldn't be alone at night, instead of constantly buzzing around the internet 😢

Sean Watson5, take note—it’s clear there are others who share this perspective. You might even find them right in your own neighborhood if you know where to look. 😉

Michelle Hall64 said:I simply cannot fall asleep once the Darkness sets in. I find myself waiting until those first rays of sunlight practically drag me back toward my bed. My brain just functions perfectly at night; I feel this incredible sense of peace when I’m out walking around at 3:00 AM. Just wandering through nature alone in the dead of night, taking in every single sound, every rustling leaf... it's wonderful. But once the daylight hits? Everything feels dull and washed out. My brain just kind of shuts down. Honestly, no amount of coffee or energy drinks can snap me out of it...

It hasn't caused much trouble in my social life, per se, but if I actually want to function like a normal human being, I have to force myself into bed by 7:00 or 8:00 PM, before the sun goes down. It isn't that I'm afraid of the dark—not at all—it's more like I feel completely out of sync with the world. I don't know if there is some medical or psychological term for this phenomenon? Is it just me, or does anyone else experience this?

My sweet spot is somewhere between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. I just love that stretch of time. Once dawn starts breaking, I get incredibly restless—I can't stand those mindless people hitting the streets, all the car noise and clutter. At night, everything is better, more beautiful. When I'm out walking around 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning, it feels like I'm the only person left on Earth. Just silence and the sounds of nature. It’s incredible. 🙂

Sean Watson5 said:I know exactly what you mean... I’m wide awake all night too, finally hitting the sack at dawn and sleeping right through the day. Honestly, Darkness just suits my vibe better than the daylight. I can't stand that summer heat during the day, and I hate feeling like the sun is scorching me; I have zero motivation to step foot outside until the sun starts setting. I really wish I had a few friends like that so I wouldn't be alone at night, instead of constantly buzzing around the internet 😢

I completely get how you feel, and believe me, I want that too. We really need to start our own group!!😢😢

Should we start a band or something? Just to sing about Darkness? 😁 All jokes aside, you can't really expect to find people on a forum who want to go for a midnight stroll together—everyone here is just too geographically scattered. Like I mentioned before, your best bet is to look for like-minded people right there in your own backyard.

William Nelson7 said:Should we start a band or something? Just to sing about Darkness? 😁 All jokes aside, you can't really expect to find people on a forum who want to go for a midnight stroll together—everyone here is just too geographically scattered. Like I mentioned before, your best bet is to look for like-minded people right there in your own backyard.

That’s true, what you said is spot on, but man, it would be nice to have at least two people online on Messenger... just for some basic conversation😁

You're absolutely right, Sean Watson5. My contact info is zavesa@hotmail.com 🙂

Hehe, looks like we're in for some serious reading early tomorrow morning! 😉

I don't know about you guys, but I'm starting to get bored with being awake at this hour. 🤷

I guess I see it as a way to escape the noise, the rush, the stress—and even the responsibilities. Everything just settles down at night; the world feels half-empty and quiet. It suits the sensitive souls, the calm ones. Or the lazy ones. 😁

Honestly, the thought of sleeping through the entire day is starting to gross me out, even if it’s a hundred degrees outside. I miss those early mornings when I actually woke up feeling refreshed. One of my favorite memories is that crisp, early morning air, watching the day begin from a comfortable chair on the porch (well, far away from Washington, D.C.). 🙂

And the afternoon naps. 😍

Nighttime is beautiful and there's something special about it, but living like this isn't working for me. Since I need a decent amount of sleep, I usually end up missing the whole day. I can't deal with that anymore.

I don't wanna be a vampire. 😬

Kimberly Rodriguez5 said:I can't help but feel this creeping sense of dread whenever the lights go out... ever since that horrific accident happened, I just can't shake the fear of the Darkness.

Come on... give me a break.

You guys really ought to put someone on the payroll, otherwise you’re just gonna keep talking nothing but hot air...😕

It honestly feels like it all comes down to how our pineal glands behave, which explains why some folks are total night owls while others are early birds. Personally, I’m much more of a twilight jogger; if I try to hit the pavement during the day, I end up with a splitting headache and feel super nauseous, making it impossible to run for more than 1.2 miles (I usually aim for 10-9.3 miles).

Melatonin, the "darkness hormone,"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melatonin

Light dependence

Light dependence production of melatonin by the pineal gland is inhibited by light and permitted by darkness. For this reason melatonin has been called "the hormone of darkness" and its onset each evening is called the Dim-Light melatonin Onset. Secretion of melatonin as well as its level in the blood, peaks in the middle of the night, and gradually falls during the second half of the night, with normal variations in timing according to an individual's chronotype.

Before things changed recently, people living in places like the northern US would only see about six hours of daylight during the winter. In the modern world, artificial lighting reduces darkness exposure to typically eight or fewer hours per day all year round. Even dim light can mess with melatonin production a bit, but having too much light around can really tank those levels. Since blue light is the main culprit behind suppressing melatonin, wearing blue-light-blocking glasses in the hours before you head to bed might help prevent that loss. Some experts even suggest using blue-blocking goggles if you're trying to force yourself into an earlier sleep schedule, since melatonin is what actually makes you feel sleepy.

Just being near a dim incandescent bulb for only 39 minutes can cut your nighttime melatonin levels in half, and studies have even suggested that women with overly bright bathrooms might face an increased risk of breast cancer.

The drop in melatonin production is thought to be a major reason why night shift workers see much higher cancer rates, and the way modern lighting affects our natural melatonin might be one of the reasons why certain cancers are more common in developed countries.