Boring History for Sleep | How Medieval People Slept (It Was Very Different)

Tonight, we’re stepping into the quiet, unfamiliar world of medieval nights. Before electricity, alarm clocks, or modern ideas about sleep, people in the Middle Ages rested in ways that feel strange, uncomfortable, and surprisingly familiar. This long-form, calm history video explores how medieval people actually slept — from segmented “first sleep” and “second sleep,” to shared beds, night watches, prayer rituals, animals in the bedroom, monasteries, illness, aging, and the slow disappearance of these rhythms as artificial light changed the night forever. This is not fast history. There’s no shouting, no jump cuts, and no stress. Just slow, steady storytelling designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off while learning something quietly fascinating. Perfect for: – Falling asleep – Background listening – Nighttime relaxation – History lovers who prefer calm narration – Insomnia, anxiety, or late-night curiosity If you wake up in the middle of the night, you’re not alone. For most of human history, that was completely normal. Dim the lights, get comfortable, and let the night unfold. ⏳ Chapters: This video is designed as a continuous experience. There are no hard breaks, so you can let it play naturally as you rest. 💤 More Calm History for Sleep: Subscribe for more long-form, slow-paced history videos made for rest, not rush.