this may or may not be an actual photo of me in inaction
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imagine my disappointment
when receiving the response below
after volunteering for a study
that i was born to
training for this my whole life
i am a natural
this is my skill set
known to fall asleep literally anywhere at any time
regardless of what is going on around me
especially within minutes of being seated
as a passenger in any moving vehicle
who gets a rejection letter from the circadian research lab?!
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Napping in a Motor Vehicle Seat Study
Hello Beth,
Thank you for your interest in the Napping in a Motor Vehicle Seat Study. Unfortunately, you are not eligible for the study. You may be eligible for other studies being done at the University of Michigan.
Sincerely,
Research Technician Associate
Sleep and Circadian Research Laboratory
University of Michigan
Michigan Medicine
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“i can’t take a traditional yoga class or anything. i’ll just lay down and take a nap on the mat”
-jessica st. clair
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photo image: atoz animals
Maybe they are concerned that your professional napping skills will skew the research data set. They are likely looking for average people and you, my friend, are anything but average!
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this could be, but I was astounded )
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So, as you may know, I’m a sleep tech. Can’t help but ask – have you ever been evaluated for Sleep Apnea? Narcolepsy? There is a “test” you can take online – the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. Take it and let me know what your score is – you may need a sleep study.
Ok, taking my professional hat off now….
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I’m thinking that too, as I can fall asleep pretty much anywhere . – now this is probably a study I’d qualify for ). I’ll take the test and let you know my score –
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I’ll answer any questions you have …
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thanks!
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okay, I’m an 18
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Ok, so … anything over a 9 is indicative of a sleep problem. It very well could be sleep apnea. They need to rule that out first before checking for narcolepsy. A sleep doctor can order a study – or your PCP can. If they want to do both in one night, they need to order a Baseline PSG followed by an MSLT.
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I’ll check in with my doc and start there, then – thanks for the tip!
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Let me know if you have any questions….
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Ty!
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Sorry you were rejected for the study, Beth, but this photo…💕💕💕💕
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that alone should have made me eligible
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This seems a unfair decision!
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it does, but I may be an overachiever in this area )
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Over qualified?
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It seems so!
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🥰🤗
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Yes)
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😴🛌💤🥱
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)))
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Nobody has to shake me to wake me as I never sleep. 😦
I’m sure you will qualify for some other study/studies.
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Opposite issues!)
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You’ve been robbed!!!!
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Right!
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Dagnabbit, Beth, you coulda been the class star!
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Right! Top of my game!
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I can feel… My body is relaxing… So… Comfortable…zzzzzzzz
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💤⏰
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I totally agree with Brad!
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💤
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Obviously you were overqualified for the ‘position’ Beth …
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Yes, it’s clear now)
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We are feathered bipeds of similar plumage. I can actually fall asleep standing up.
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Peep!
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Oh my goodness,…that photo! Beth, do not let this rejection keep you up! 🤭 I’m with Brad, you’re overqualified!
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I think that’s it!
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I LOVE this shot! Hilarious and heartwarming in equal measure!
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It says it all
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Hahahaha!! This is hilarious. I thought the email must be an elaborate joke at first, especially as the dog photo was already worthy of a post.
I can’t even imagine how painless journeys must be for you!
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It was very real and while journeys are pretty easy for me,I must be incredibly boring as a travel companion
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First, I love that adorable pic. Second, yes, I do think you need to follow up with a sleep study. My husband (and nearly all of his siblings) have sleep apnea. A sleep apnea machine has helped him a lot with the falling asleep during the day issue. But he still has the ability to easily nap. Since he is typically awake by 5:30 am and is working 10-hour days, I understand his exhaustion.
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I’m an early riser too, and probably a good idea to do a study
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Sleeping in a vehicle? No way! I’ve got all that backseat driving to do. Can’t be too careful. I sleep easily and comfortably only in my own bed.
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Ha! I’m so the opposite)
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Haha! I am in love with that dog! As a lifelong dog owner, there is no better friend than the love from our pets.
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So true
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That dog seems to be at least part Shar-Pei. I have shown it to Ollie,and he gave me a ‘Paw-up’!
Best wishes, Pete.
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Excellent. When I’m doing, go to the experts to confirm
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When in doubt
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this is a hoot, Beth; brightened my Good Friday morning 🙂
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yay!
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My husband can fall asleep anywhere, anytime. I find it annoying because I don’t have that talent.
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Hahaha. Gorgeous puppy; and I fall asleep anywhere too….as a matter of fact…UOM is missing out.
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I think so too )
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This is SOOOO funny. Why were you not chosen? You’re absolutely PERFECT for the study. I love it. lots fo fun.
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right?!))
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Sorry Beth, you didn’t make the study, but that picture keeps me coming back!! Blessings!
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Great )))
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Què suerte dormir en cualquier lugar. Yo eso quiero.
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I do feel lucky )
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Bummer!
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Right?)
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I can’t fall asleep anywhere!
Circadian … I’ve heard that term before. It’s the rhythm section of a a big band. Right?
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Cousin of Cajun)
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Post of the year!!!!!!
😍🤩😴
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ha!
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…. and also. I’m insanely jealous. I can’t 😴 sleep anywhere!
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somewhere in the middle is probably best )
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