“Even sleep experts experience nights when the tired mind awakens the lying demon of uncertainty” - Claudia Harrison

In the quiet solitude of the night, when the world rests and dreams dance on the edge of consciousness, there is a subtle reminder that the night has its own agenda. We often tuck ourselves into bed, a cocoon of comfort, convinced that the state of our lives; our finances, our job, our relationships, are sufficient enough. Most nights, we slip into sleep, reassured by the rhythm of our existence.

Yet, there exists a peculiar dance in the depth of night, a secret rendezvous with our thoughts that goes unnoticed until the moment demands our attention. It happens on those nights, the ones that follow hard days, or precede challenges, when sleep eludes us. It is then that our tired minds come alive, revealing a truth we often choose to ignore.

The silence amplifies the whispers of self-doubt. It is as if the night itself has conspired to reveal the disguises we construct during the day. The ticking of the clock becomes a relentless reminder that time is slipping away, and the darkness outside mirrors the shadows within. In these sleepless hours, our vulnerabilities rise to the surface. The night, it seems, is not content with our complacency.

It's during these wakeful hours that we wrestle with the ghosts of our insecurities. The challenges that seemed conquerable during the light of day become towering obstacles in the shadows of night. The mind, unburdened by the distractions of the external world, forces us to confront the raw, unfiltered truth.

Yet, let this not be a cause for despair, but rather a subtle reminder to self. The night, with its unspoken agenda, serves as a mirror to our innermost fears and aspirations. It is an opportunity for introspection, a chance to acknowledge the cracks in our foundation and mend them.

As the light of a new day approaches, let the lessons of the night be etched into your consciousness. Embrace the challenges that keep you awake, for they are your opportunities for growth. Recognise that the night's agenda is not to undermine but to illuminate, revealing the paths we must take and the fears we must confront.

Despite the darkness, the sun will rise again.

With love , Claudia xx