This story was such an adventure! And so much fun to shoot! But I want to know your honest thoughts after watching... Do you think he really hasn't slept since 1962? Or do you think he sleeps on occasion? Would love to hear from you in the comments here!
he has 3 properties, old as shit, can still drink daily just fine and looks like he has a good grip on reality. im sure he has traumas, but i think he's living a pretty fulfilling life minus the sleep
I think he is a very happy person always smiling he just wants to live with his wife in that small house and he was so happy when Drew and his friend came to him u could see it he was very excited to tell them
@user-cj2pz3qw6ri feel similar, but it’s not like he really doesn’t sleep. it’s a lie- not something he can’t control. i think it is a bit different in this case, but they should’ve at least asked before filming him (i do want to add that of course it’s possible he isn’t exactly lying, but maybe something is being mistranslated)
This is a war vet who has PTSD. PTSD can cause severe insomnia due to neurophysiological changes in the brain stem and hippocampus. He doesn't get "zero" sleep, he likely microsleeps or has absence seizures to compensate for the amount of time perceived awake. I have a similar condition and often go 4-5 days without sleep, only to catch 3 hours and start the cycle all over again. You wake up run-down, exhausted, miserable - combined with the alcohol, he's probably got nutritional deficiencies as well. It's heartbreaking, and being treated like a creature or an anomaly isn't helping.
He also isnt a western millenial combat vet. He is from a tougher culture of people from the worst period in modern history. He fought marines and the marines lost. Thats who this is. He isnt you. My great-grandfather came home from Germany and built a house. He was trapped in the bulge. He came back he drank more. But he didnt turn into an unproductive pos that was a drag on society around him. PTSD isnt an excuse for that. Thats just a weak man, letting himself hurt people.
He also isnt a western millenial combat vet. He is from a tougher culture of people from the worst period in modern history. He fought marines and the marines lost. Thats who this is. He isnt you. My great-grandfather came home from Germany and built a house. He was trapped in the bulge. He came back he drank more. But he didnt turn into an unproductive pos that was a drag on society around him. PTSD isnt an excuse for that. Thats just a weak man, letting himself hurt people.
I didn't sleep for almost 12 years and most of it was from a traumatizing past. it was normal for me to get 2 hours of sleep every two weeks. was horrible. I drank like a fish and they gave me tranquilizers and I still was awake. they wanted to do a case study on me as I had extreme insomnia. which later brought on early MS they say my insomnia years brought it out super early. I now sleep and don't miss not sleep. it was a horrible experience. half the time you are run down and even when you function your mind isn't all the way aware. although i did get a lot accomplished it really jacked me up. PSTD is a real thing.
Man has three houses, where nature is his front and backyard, has a wife that cooks fresh killer dishes daily, he drinks, smokes, super chill, super productive. This man is not only super human, he's rich in more ways than one.
@@chazlon5061 What are you even saying? Are you implying that drinking and smoking makes you poor? Read my comment again. The man is productive, he makes money and has property, and his wife and family is happy. Drinking and smoking is his enjoyment what's wrong with that? Now it's when you drink and smoke or engage in any other vices that inhibits your productivity as a human, and your bad habit consumes you, then that's when it's an issue. About 80% of millionaires that I know personally either smokes, drinks, or both.
@@chazlon5061 What? They have nothing to do with living a good life. A few of people in deed have been lived not bad with them but it doesn't mean both of them really contribute and conduce to a good life.
this is the second vid ive seen from this channel and the most random vid ever, going from you episode in Haiti to this is crazy. love the content and im a fan already!!
No fuckin way exactly same shit I did looked up some thing seen the haiti joint watched it n decided go to his page now I'm watching this this guy is living the life I want to travel also but too afraid because all other countries in the world hate Americans haha but it's wild u on same page as me 😂 good luck bud
12:27 that is amazingly generous of you to help him!! Is there any update on his condition? Did he go to the hospital? Would love to see a part 2 or follow up to this!
I second the "damn that's true" ....and add -based off when he started not sleeping he would be at least 130 years old .... that was a super rough calculation
It is an amazing story but it can not be true. 0:20 There have been others who have claimed that they do not sleep. When those people have been observed in a dream lab it has turned out that they all sleep in shorts intervals. Also all animals sleep. I once attended a lecture on the importance of sleep. The lecturer was an expert on the subject. He told us that people who say that they never sleep are wrong. Some of those people are attention seekers and others wake up time and time again having slept only a few minutes. The people who sleep only a few minutes at a time do not have a sensation of having been sleeping. They can be utterly convinced that they have not slept at all.
“Can you believe it took me 3 total days of travel time to find him?” Actually, I’d say finding a man based on a name and picture in flooded Vietnam while starting from Arizona is borderline miraculous 😂… 3 days is super fast.
Drew I love your trips and stories! What a life you live, absolutely awesome!!!! Bless you brother. So do you live in Massachusetts now? Do you meet your fans ever? Book signings ? You should if you don’t.
This is definitely severe insomnia caused by PTSD, unfortunately it's not that uncommon actually. He likely experiences 'micro-sleep' quite often (this lasts only several seconds to minutes typically), he said he is able to sleep for about 2 hours if he drinks enough alcohol to stop thinking, that confirms that it's directly PTSD related. He likely developed a fear of sleeping/being unconscious during the war. I personally have experienced a full week of no sleep several times because of my own PTSD, the only reason I was unable to sleep was fear, any time I'd get close to sleeping even the smallest sound, movement or thought would have my heart jumping out of my chest, for that reason I started preferring to keep myself busy at night. The fear that's keeping you awake with this kind of PTSD is either the night terrors experienced when sleeping or the fear of a repeat of your traumatic experience. In my case it was mostly fear of someone coming into my home to commit violence on me as that is what happened to me. I still am an insomniac, though I've had some improvement, I feel really bad for this man because I know how exhausting and uncomfortable it is to sleep this little for extended periods of time. In reality this man probably knows exactly why he can't sleep but it's too painful to confront head on himself, so he copes through addictions and distractions, it is typical severe PTSD.
A 106-year-old lady was asked, "Haven't doctors throughout your life warned you about cigarettes?" She said, "Some of them have but all of them are dead now."
Doesn’t make smoking any less dangerous. I’ve heard of people living to be in thier 100’s while smoking or drinking, and I’ve heard of previously perfectly healthy young people get cancer and die. You never know what will happen in life, so it’s a gamble to do it, and I can see why. But to each their own, I used to smoke cigarettes and I still vape and smoke weed lmao
At that age.. who cares about health...iust live ur life till the end its suffocating when almost everythin u want to eat/drink are ban and the thing recommended for u are expensive medication... jst prepare coffin already😂
Mind-blowing that he's made it to 80 years old on no sleep, as a chain-smoker, possibly getting blackout drunk on the regular to cope with his PTSD, and all that as a hard working farmer and family man. Just amazing.
Riddle solved. It's just alcohol withrawal. Most normal thing in the world if you're an alcohol addict. If he would just lay off the booze for a week, he'd be sleeping normally.
My heart broke when he said he wanted to sleep, lay down on the bed for a little bit and just sat up and smiled. I pray that somehow the doctors finally come up with a way to help him, because you can just tell, even after everything during the war he went through, he's still able to genuinely smile and let complete strangers into his home and feed them.
Twilight sleep (or wake sleeping due to PTSD) is considered no sleep (because you don’t enter REM sleep, and can be woken by the slightest thing (literally you can appear to be asleep, and may even snore; but hear everything around you, including your own snoring) Depression and anxiety, doesn’t stop a person from smiling and pretending to be okay - Robin Williams is one famous person who smiled right up until he took his own life. I’m a regular non-celebrity person who has endured 20+ years of smiling depression, and I still struggle to enter REM sleep. (You’ll know you are in REM, because you dream in REM sleep) I haven’t had a dream in a while (I dream 2-3 times a year) I hear everything when I’m asleep, so I wear earplugs (LOOP brand muffles the noise, but doesn’t block it completely)
Yes, I do think the war made this elderly man, suffer from PTSD. The fear of sleeping and be killed, the mind is always rushing for cover. You are so kind, Drew. Thanks for sharing this video.
@@ricky8545 I agree. He's already addicted to alcohol and cigs so adding a prescription wouldn't be a huge deal. I would just be worried about him mixing booze and tranqs. Good way to off yourself unintentionally.
This man survived a time where he had to be up for survival, a time when you feared closing your eyes because of the thought of what might happen if you do. Truly a warrior for going so long without no sleep, I wish him good health both mentally and physically. God bless.
I don't think the war plays any part in his sleep problem, it was a long time ago, assuming he is 80 years old and even fought in the war, he offered no proof he served in the army and no evidence was presented to establish his age. His sons look remarkably young for a guy 80. How old are they, no older then 22-27? Look at the age of his wife. It doesn't add up for a couple that old to have such young children. It's much more likely his sleep problem is caused by the constant amount of sugar he's consuming in the rice wine (reinforced by the fact he barely eats) that is over-stimulating his brain. Add to that he's clearly a chronic alcoholic, drinking 50-70% proof rice wine like its water all day long. Alcohol is extremely toxic to the organs, and has almost certainly damaged his brain and liver at this level of consumption over an extended period. He clearly has a very very high tolerance to alcohol if he can drink 1 litre of this stuff and be fine. That would be enough to put the average person out of action for several days, and in some cases might even be a lethal blood level of alcohol, depending on the amount of alcohol in his home-made rice wine, which could be higher than 70% proof. German alcohol made from potatoes is typically 70-90% proof, much stronger than vodka or whisky. Even drinking a bottle of whisky or vodka a day for years would severely damage your liver, brain and other organs. He's been slowly poisoning himself over a long period. It's more a miracle that he's even alive, and in such good shape, ad not severely ill or even dead,. Remarkable he's able to get by with the occasional nap and just laying down to rest, and still able to function and do work every day, even despite this level of alcohol poisoning on his body. I'd love to see some MRI scans of his liver and brain to see how extensive the alcoholism damage is by doing blood works on him to measure his blood sugar level and assess his liver function. It does raise some interesting scientific inquiry into what's different about Asian cultures, and factors like healthier diets, low-stress lifestyles, compared to the West, which reduces the risk of diseases and promotes healthier old ages in their countries compared to ours.
@@paullangton-rogers2390 very interesting. I've come up with the same conclusions myself about the extreme addictions to stimulants. But I disagree with the time limit on a severe untreated mental health disorder. The evidence with the attack on his hand could produce enough trauma to effect someone for life, so if the war stories are true as well...I would add PTSD to the equation as well like mentioned in the vid.
This man is uncanny! I suffer from sleep apnea and insomnia and couldn't imagine dealing with what he's going through. The most beautiful thing about him is his resilience. He's able to tackle life with a smile on his face. Great video Drew!
His story has been widespread in Vietnam media for a while. I remember reading about him when i was younger. It’s nice to see him still being healthy and well.
Watching this I realized something insane. We beef in the streets over here about girls,drugs, money hell just pure jealousy. This dudes life was changed forever because of war from his sleep to his hand to his lifestyle and all that. Then an American comes and after everything he’s been thru he still extended his hand greeted you with open arms gave you a place to stay and fed you and never cared where you came from an laughed at the fact that American people had a hand in what altered his life. This dude has the biggest forgiving loving heart there is and this shows me I got a ton of work to do on my self. WOW. That hit me hard man I gotta learn to let shit go it’s only tearing me up at this point.
Someone once said, "Everyone should smile. Life really isn't that serious -- we make it hard. The sun rises, the sun sets... we just tend to complicate the process."
All of those things you mentioned that most people do are really because of our culture and technology. The internet has changed the western world in the worst way possible, and all it does is stoke the egos of all these desperate, annoying, lonely kids and young adults. Now everything is about how much flashy bling you have, going to nightclubs half naked, doing drugs, money money money, sex, shooting or hurting people you don't like, suing someone because they looked at you funny, destroying English with street slang, the list goes on. People that live in places like this man haven't been exposed to and brainwashed by the same things the rest of us are. I'm only 32 and don't want to sound like a boomer, but the internet and social media really are ruining EVERYTHING. No ifs, ands, or buts.
good that this has made you have that realization! That is growth! now just apply it to your life and work on yourself and make the changes! you can learn to forgive, let shit go, and be a loving person!
HAHAHA, WITH THE CUT THEY GOT FROM THE FRUIT SELLER, $10, for $3 worth of fruit, and the money the old bastard brings to the town with people looking to visit him….the whole country is a scam. I first went there in 1985, almost 30 years later my Vietnamese wife is laughing at the idiot kid being suckered. Perfect example of Vietnamese pig farmers, wants money for doctors but he has 3 houses, $4,000 in pigs….just another drunk in a country full of them. You can see a Dr. there for $3. You bunch of fools. I speak Vietnamese and they were talking about how they can get money from the moron American.
Everybody around the world do that with the exception of Europeans and Americans. You can go to an European house and if you weren’t invited for dinner they will eat in front of you. But if you go to anybody else in Africa, Philippines, India, Vietnam I’ll just say this, every country in Asia they will feed you. 🙏🏽
My uncle was in the war and has PTSD. He struggles tremendously to sleep at night because of it. Getting up to the slightest noise, so PTSD can definitely be a cause to his condition.
@@mttlsa686 and the fact he uses alcohol to sleep is also a lot like my uncle who uses beer to try and sleep. So I guess that's how? And plus he's been living that way for so long maybe his body is just accustomed to it now
@@lillianhassel5406 Thats just not how it works, after a week you can't figure out what's real or micro-dream, you literally hallucinate and at the end of the video he didnt took of his pajamas because he went to sleep...
The video super awesome, mates 😮 Thanks so much for having me in this adventure, so proud of be a part of this. Really missing you guys already. Just let me know when you guys have a chance back to Vietnam, mates. 💪💪💪 See you!
this guy is an absolute warrior, hats off to you sir! And thank you Drew for giving the guy some cash to get help. Too often, I see journalist/youtubers get the story and barely give back to the host.
So he want us to believe he hasn't slep for over 60 years? Those who believe him are stupid to say the least since the human body can't operate without sleeping , the maximum someone can stay without sleeping is around 11 day and this way stay more than 60 years? yeah right!🤣
As someone who has experience self medicating with alcohol, my heart hurts for him.I imagine his war experience was very traumatic. My first thought was that his brain is constantly on watch for danger. In war it meant death to sleep and be vulnerable. He is trapped in that time and I can’t blame him for using alcohol to shut down his mind. It’s sad that he has no access to healthcare or medication. It’s possible a couple ambian and talk therapy would change his life. I pray this man finds peace
Thanks for the perceptive comments, GL. You hit the nail on the head. I was once traumatized by watching a grim accident and, seeking help, no one would believe me while a man was bleeding to death. I kept replaying the incident in my mind for weeks on end. It was a non-stop nightmare for me. I couldn't end the memory tape replaying. Finally a spiritual mentor/older friend told me I did everything I possibly could to remedy the situation. Stop beating yourself up...I was told. And instantly the problem faded to nothingness and I was healed. I can understand why the Vietnamese fellow turned to alcohol to block out his pain. This is a very troubling situation which needs attention.
He's already medicating himself so much, it wouldn't hurt to give him something proper that doesn't destroy his organs. That could be zolpidem like you mention, but those never did anything for me, so he'd probably want diazepam or something on top to help with alcohol withdrawal (sleep is impossible when you're borderline delerium tremens). People in Thailand are lucky, they can legally try cannabis if they're in his situation.
Wow this is incredible. The family is so beautifully kind and hospitable to allow him to glimpse into their lives, and he did a great job interviewing the sleepless man and telling his story. It does show the lasting effects of war and sheds light on what veterans go through. This man has done an incredible job over his sleepless years, hardworking and taking care of his wonderful family.
Hi Drew! I’m from Việt Nam myself and I did here story about Mr Ngọc. And I believe that he really suffered from PTSD after the war. Thank you so much for coming all the way here to tell a story. Keep on going and sharing stories men!
This is one of my favorite stories and I keep coming back here frequently to check up on him and rewatch this. Has anyone heard any updates? Was this man ever able to get any sleep or a definitive answer as to why he can’t sleep?
Many years ago I went through a period of no sleep……it was horrible….literally felt like a Zombie for the few months I went through it. The weird part is I was traveling at the time with no sleep. Could not imagine this long without sleep.
Scientist says just by closing your eyes you can already gain energy even without sleeping. But for 61 years? Thats amazing! Have you heard the story about the man who never showers and only eat dead animals? But he's dead now. (RIP) They forced(?) him to shower.
@@CreativitiSIM It was in Iran essentially he wanted a partner but he could never get one, eventually the village that took care of him convinced him to he wasn't forced he died fourd months after (he was in his 90s) Also I think his brain might have figured out how to process memory's without sleeping. (So he can essentially asleep while functioning.)
What I found even more fascinating is that how friendly they were, they welcomed 2 random people into their house and fed them lunch. That’s the kinda stuff you never see in the west
@@venicec3310 Not me unless you seem really nice. My town is in the top 40 cities for murder per capita despite having a really small population. I can't wait to move out
I have a Vietnamese friend and he is currently living in the US. He couldn't sleep either. He told me he was South Vietnamese soldier during the war, he got injuried by the incoming Vi Ci RPG, the blast caused him sleepless for 40+ years. Probably the explosion and the shocks caused his his nerve system went down
That is so intense. It probably has to do with damage in the vagus nerve. I suffer from gastritis/gerd and it is so difficult to sleep and stay asleep.
Without question, this poor man is suffering for lack of sleep since the Vietnam War. He was partially injured and perhaps could not forget that war and scared to die or be killed if he falls asleep. It could be his mind playing him around and he uses rice wine to numb his fear and feelings. Let's all wish him nothing but the best and hope God gives him more years but more importantly some little joy and happiness in this cruel world of ours (don't think he's truly happy) before finally meeting his end. He's such a kind, loving and decent person and not fair to live such kind of life without experiencing once again ... sleep, rest and real relaxation.
Yeah!!!! the Americans they are so proud of their involvements in Vietnam war. And this is the end result of these innocent Vietnamese suffering today. Even heard Agent Orange??? Google if you never heard of it.
This was a fantastic story. His family was so gracious by opening their home to you. I am happy that you were so generous with "the man who doesn't sleep." Five hundred dollars goes a long way in Vietnam!
There is a disorder call Fatal Familial Insomnia, but it is only known to affect people from a small town in Italy and their descendants. I think he is on to something about PTSD from the war. Extreme insomnia is known to be a symptom. The thing is, there is a reason for the name of the Italian disorder. It is ALWAYS fatal from the lack of sleep. He may experience what is known as microsleep, which can occur with the eyes open. I'd be interested to know if this occurs. When he drinks a lot of rice wine and believes he is sleeping, he most likely is not. He has just passed out, which is not technically the same as sleep. He might get some of the benefits from a mild sleep, but it may actually do more harm than good. It would make this post WAY longer to explain why. I feel for the guy. The fact he is still in good spirits says a lot about this man's strength, as well as who his family is. They seem like good people.
I believe there are 2 sufferers (brother and sister) in Australia with that disorder. The lady is a television reporter, and she took part in a documentary regarding it. Very scary.
@@mathewaitken938 I believe you are correct about that. I think heard of them as well. I know I heard about siblings suffering from it, which was of interest to those studying the disorder. Those that suffer from it live all over the world. Their genealogy all tracks back to the same town in Italy, but they do not all live there. It comes from a genetic issue. If I am remembering correctly, as it has been a LONG time since I have studied it, it is a protein mutation that it is attributed to; but don't hold me to that, as I could be thinking of another disorder. I studied these in college a little over 20 years ago.
I'm a Vietnamese myself, have heard of this incredible story a few times, still not figured out why this man hasn't slept since 1962, until you share it to the whole world. Like, yeah, many people here in the comment section seem to know why, and it's really cool. Thank you guys so much!
I think he's suffering from some type of internal anxiety. Notice how he said if he drinks enough he "doesn't think" and will sometimes sleep for an hour or two. I have dealt with sleeping troubles from anxiety myself and struggle with falling and staying asleep. Sometimes even going from sleeping for an hour to instantly wide awake with feelings of worry and don't even know why.
Amazed at what the human condition can do. Sleeplessness, alcohol and smokes for years and yet still trucking. Most of us would be dead at 65 living this way for years but not this guy. Body can only take so much and eventually it will give out. Still you have to wonder how the hell its gotten him this far. Damn. Respect
The part where he sat on the side of the bed and looked like he was thinking hit me pretty hard. That's what I do sometimes. I was in the Iraq war 03, and 05, diagnosed with PTSD in 04, found out I have Bipolar II disorder about 3 years ago. I was an opiate addict, and a lot of times I couldn't close my eye's and sleep unless I was loaded. Even now I have been sleeping in my computer chair for almost a year now. My bed is full of my clothes. The reason is when I lay down I feel like i'm dying, and I jump back awake. The fear that hits me is so hard I just ended up staying awake. So now I just stay in my computer chair, and if sleep comes, then it comes. I don't try to have a schedule anymore though. This is the first time i've ever talked about it.
Sorry to hear this! It’s important to talk about it. In war you see the worst that human beings can do to each other. It must be very difficult to pretend all is “normal” when you know how things can be…. It’s like living in a parallel universe and somehow people around you seem to not be able to relate to what you have experienced. I wish you much betterment!
Man this makes me so sad to hear. That must be horrrific. I hope you'll find peace. If you haven't considered seaking trauma-therapy please do consider it. Wish you all the best!
@Em K I’d really encourage seeking diagnosis and treatment! There’s a treatment called EMDR which is life-changing and really effective. Wishing you the best.
Thank you for your service. I pray for your peace and healing from the traumatic experiences that you suffered all to serve our country. May GOD bless you in Jesus name!❤
AMAZING STORY!! WOW, I feel sorry for him in a way. To not have ever had a full nights rest seems so insane. What if he took like a Valium or some kind of sleep aid I wonder if he would sleep, maybe! Thanks for sharing that was a beautiful story. The food looked delicious except for the blood bars yuck. You were brave to take a bite lol!! And I believe he sleeps just a little bit at night and rests, but definitely not sleeping like a normal human. I totally believe it! And maybe it does have something to do with the war, his poor hand, but goes on every day, when he got on a bike and started riding it at 80 years old I was like wow . Thanks for sharing 💜💯💜
My dad was in the Vietnam war he also could stay alert with his eyes closed he always said he was just resting his eyes he could sit there looking like he was asleep but heard & was able to respond to a conversation while "resting his eyes" he did mention that while being in the war they had to sleep with one eye open because they could get their throat slit by the Vietnam soldiers if you fell completely asleep
when you fight for your land you must not let your enemies sleep. all respect to vietnam soldiers, all condolescences to the US workers who lived that hell in the name of imperialism
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This is such an amazing story, as much as i respect what our soldiers went through in vietnam. i respect this guy just as much. And for being EX vietkong he’s a kind soul. im sure there were many like him fighting for what they believe in and the country they called home.
the fact that he can be a heavy smoker and drinker and still being able to stay awake and do all the jobs he has is really impressive! hope he lives for a very longer time ❤
@@vidda2000 yeah but nicotine isn't really a strong stimulant at all. Not even close to coffee. What's trips me is he's gotta at least get sleepy and even pass out from the alcohol though since alcohol is a depressant. 🤔
Its fascinating how he can function normally without sleep. Even if he does sleep for a few minutes or 2 hours, it couldn't be enough for a normal person. Your body will be weak and feel lightheaded. It's amazing and sad at the same time. Maybe you're right, the war made him like this, and the fact that he still wouldn't share why is very heartbreaking. Imagine maybe he's lived almost 80% of his life fearing to get his mind be at peace and now he just wanted to sleep. He deserves to sleep soundly especially in his age.
The body make some adaptation that's why he can function normally, it's rare condition. most people will experience psychosis if they not sleep for several days, but some people will not show any symptom, most people out there struggle to sleep including me.
Smokes like a chimney, drinks like a fish 🐠…and if he does sleep it’s little to no sleep ..yet he is over 80 and still very active..he is super human..👍🏽😀
years ago..a spiritual teacher told me, that good meditation could replace sleep,,,so if you lack sleep, have a good meditation to help you❣ thank you for the video
An 80+ year old war survivor with a bum hand, chain smoking and drinking through a life with no sleep and almost no food, while working 2 jobs and maintaining 3 houses and a farm. Found my spirit animal.
I suffer with ptsd and not from a war! Longest I went with no sleep was 7 days and I thought I was going crazy so feel for him big time! The fact the hospital can’t give him anything is really sad wish I could help so sad
Our brains are very powerful. I'd love to see him get diagnosed and maybe get some help with his PTSD. Bless his heart, all the people there seem so kind and happy.
You mean "we are very powerful". Not "our brains". We don't *have* brains, we *are* brains. None of our body is separate from the other parts. There aren't even actual "parts" of the body. We only made up the "parts" so we could itemize them and differentiate where or what needed medical attention. Where does your head really end and your neck ACTUALLY begin? Our bodies are one big unit. We are our bodies, not something inhabiting a body like a pilot in a mechanical robot suit. Not how it works. Back to the sleepless man; do you think prescription meds would help him if he could obtain some?
My dad suffered something similar but not from ptsd, rather excessive use of ephedrine through the 90’s. It was a common pre workout supplement, but stored in his body fat for nearly a decade after it was banned in the us. Every time he attempted sleep his body would shut down but his brain was firing on all cylinders so to speak. Powerful sleeping pills would do nothing but force on hallucinations. He’s good now, which is a bonus but still was scary as a kid living with somebody who never slept.
My dads best friend fought in the Vietnam war and to this day, we know better than to bring up that war around him. I can’t imagine what both he and the gentleman in this video went through in that war, but it must’ve been hell on earth if this poor gentle soul can’t even sleep. I wonder if he had nightmares about the war so he fought sleep and over time his body just got used to little to no sleep at all.
Drew, it's hilarious how you keep taking shots of the rice wine though stating how bad it tastes 🤣🤣🤣 Love your channel, thank you for sharing the world with us ❤❤
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This story was such an adventure! And so much fun to shoot! But I want to know your honest thoughts after watching... Do you think he really hasn't slept since 1962? Or do you think he sleeps on occasion? Would love to hear from you in the comments here!
Hii brother iove your videos 🙂
@@1362oi Thanks!
Fascinating I'm pretty sure my brain is always going to 😂😂
He sleeps on occasion I think so 🤔
@@drewbinsky no problem
80+ drinking, smoking, no sleep... this man's life is a middle finger to all the lifestyle health gurus.
Heard of outliers idiot
You just have to realize that there is no spoon.
I don’t think he has a middle finger mate
Tf it is, how many people you know f the health system like him.. not many..
Liver: I lived bitch.
He's a war veteran with PTSD that can't sleep and he's an alcoholic it's actually heartbreaking
He's making stacks though
His drinking condition is not unusual in Vietnam. Most of the people I know in Vietnam are somewhat of an alcoholic. They drink alcohol like water.
he has 3 properties, old as shit, can still drink daily just fine and looks like he has a good grip on reality. im sure he has traumas, but i think he's living a pretty fulfilling life minus the sleep
@@jamesgellert1263 Chinese people too! I mean for every meal a beer is included.
I think he is a very happy person always smiling he just wants to live with his wife in that small house and he was so happy when Drew and his friend came to him u could see it he was very excited to tell them
Just imagine how special it must`ve been for him that someone was looking for him out of interest. I think it`s very beautiful. Thank you Drew.
It totally is. I just found this account and am hooked!! Just wow 😮
@user-cj2pz3qw6r He may not be those but he is a medical anomaly! Can you blame them for being curious?
@user-cj2pz3qw6ri feel similar, but it’s not like he really doesn’t sleep. it’s a lie- not something he can’t control. i think it is a bit different in this case, but they should’ve at least asked before filming him
(i do want to add that of course it’s possible he isn’t exactly lying, but maybe something is being mistranslated)
This is a war vet who has PTSD. PTSD can cause severe insomnia due to neurophysiological changes in the brain stem and hippocampus. He doesn't get "zero" sleep, he likely microsleeps or has absence seizures to compensate for the amount of time perceived awake. I have a similar condition and often go 4-5 days without sleep, only to catch 3 hours and start the cycle all over again. You wake up run-down, exhausted, miserable - combined with the alcohol, he's probably got nutritional deficiencies as well. It's heartbreaking, and being treated like a creature or an anomaly isn't helping.
yet ur still a dumb guy... i would have been crazy smart..
He also isnt a western millenial combat vet.
He is from a tougher culture of people from the worst period in modern history. He fought marines and the marines lost. Thats who this is.
He isnt you.
My great-grandfather came home from Germany and built a house. He was trapped in the bulge. He came back he drank more.
But he didnt turn into an unproductive pos that was a drag on society around him. PTSD isnt an excuse for that. Thats just a weak man, letting himself hurt people.
He also isnt a western millenial combat vet.
He is from a tougher culture of people from the worst period in modern history. He fought marines and the marines lost. Thats who this is.
He isnt you.
My great-grandfather came home from Germany and built a house. He was trapped in the bulge. He came back he drank more.
But he didnt turn into an unproductive pos that was a drag on society around him. PTSD isnt an excuse for that. Thats just a weak man, letting himself hurt people.
yes but normaly onsomnia is detremental to health but it doesnt seem to effect him negatively.
I didn't sleep for almost 12 years and most of it was from a traumatizing past. it was normal for me to get 2 hours of sleep every two weeks. was horrible. I drank like a fish and they gave me tranquilizers and I still was awake. they wanted to do a case study on me as I had extreme insomnia. which later brought on early MS they say my insomnia years brought it out super early. I now sleep and don't miss not sleep. it was a horrible experience. half the time you are run down and even when you function your mind isn't all the way aware. although i did get a lot accomplished it really jacked me up. PSTD is a real thing.
Man has three houses, where nature is his front and backyard, has a wife that cooks fresh killer dishes daily, he drinks, smokes, super chill, super productive. This man is not only super human, he's rich in more ways than one.
yeah because drinking and smoking makes you a rich person
@@chazlon5061 What are you even saying? Are you implying that drinking and smoking makes you poor? Read my comment again. The man is productive, he makes money and has property, and his wife and family is happy. Drinking and smoking is his enjoyment what's wrong with that?
Now it's when you drink and smoke or engage in any other vices that inhibits your productivity as a human, and your bad habit consumes you, then that's when it's an issue. About 80% of millionaires that I know personally either smokes, drinks, or both.
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@@chazlon5061 What? They have nothing to do with living a good life. A few of people in deed have been lived not bad with them but it doesn't mean both of them really contribute and conduce to a good life.
Dude took the “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” to a whole new level
He's right 😂
Ha!
😂
He better work 24 /7
Frr your right
this is the second vid ive seen from this channel and the most random vid ever, going from you episode in Haiti to this is crazy. love the content and im a fan already!!
No fuckin way exactly same shit I did looked up some thing seen the haiti joint watched it n decided go to his page now I'm watching this this guy is living the life I want to travel also but too afraid because all other countries in the world hate Americans haha but it's wild u on same page as me 😂 good luck bud
12:27 that is amazingly generous of you to help him!! Is there any update on his condition? Did he go to the hospital? Would love to see a part 2 or follow up to this!
I hope he got some ambien man
Measured by the man’s waking hours, this man is the oldest man to have ever lived. He has lived more life than anyone in the world.
I second the "damn that's true" ....and add -based off when he started not sleeping he would be at least 130 years old .... that was a super rough calculation
It’s still 24 hours though. Doesn’t matter if you’re asleep or awake.??🤔
@@user-ki1nx6pb7d no they are talking about time being awake. If you sleep 8 hours everyday you would be awake 16. Since he doesn’t sleep hes awake 24
this case may not be unique, there maybe more not reported or known in remote areas.
@@lancethomas4566 I was thinking biologically but missed the part (waking hours) thanks for clarification.
Man I am glad I found your channel. This is an amazing story.
It is an amazing story but it can not be true. 0:20 There have been others who have claimed that they do not sleep. When those people have been observed in a dream lab it has turned out that they all sleep in shorts intervals. Also all animals sleep. I once attended a lecture on the importance of sleep. The lecturer was an expert on the subject. He told us that people who say that they never sleep are wrong. Some of those people are attention seekers and others wake up time and time again having slept only a few minutes. The people who sleep only a few minutes at a time do not have a sensation of having been sleeping. They can be utterly convinced that they have not slept at all.
This man is a legend! And he's so adorable. Good for him! Life is good.
Basically this man got the most time on earth who ever lived
In history humans used to live 1000 years so with al due respect no bro
@@bhsjbdiaa7308 no?
@@bhsjbdiaa7308 true, even the Bible supports that.
@@bhsjbdiaa7308 yeah and you believe that
Gotta get them EXP points
“Can you believe it took me 3 total days of travel time to find him?”
Actually, I’d say finding a man based on a name and picture in flooded Vietnam while starting from Arizona is borderline miraculous 😂… 3 days is super fast.
@@Zeonvict7 yes, but the way he said it was like it was a long time, he wasn’t being sarcastic.
people are connected
My thoughts exactly. He acted like 3 days was a long time. I've looked for the remote longer than that before😂
could of made a Potato Salad
His translator seems to have known him pretty well. I smell something funny about what they are telling us.
Drew I love your trips and stories! What a life you live, absolutely awesome!!!! Bless you brother.
So do you live in Massachusetts now? Do you meet your fans ever? Book signings ? You should if you don’t.
I got very sleepy watching this... lol I love your videos. Thank you for what you do!
This is definitely severe insomnia caused by PTSD, unfortunately it's not that uncommon actually. He likely experiences 'micro-sleep' quite often (this lasts only several seconds to minutes typically), he said he is able to sleep for about 2 hours if he drinks enough alcohol to stop thinking, that confirms that it's directly PTSD related. He likely developed a fear of sleeping/being unconscious during the war.
I personally have experienced a full week of no sleep several times because of my own PTSD, the only reason I was unable to sleep was fear, any time I'd get close to sleeping even the smallest sound, movement or thought would have my heart jumping out of my chest, for that reason I started preferring to keep myself busy at night.
The fear that's keeping you awake with this kind of PTSD is either the night terrors experienced when sleeping or the fear of a repeat of your traumatic experience. In my case it was mostly fear of someone coming into my home to commit violence on me as that is what happened to me.
I still am an insomniac, though I've had some improvement, I feel really bad for this man because I know how exhausting and uncomfortable it is to sleep this little for extended periods of time.
In reality this man probably knows exactly why he can't sleep but it's too painful to confront head on himself, so he copes through addictions and distractions, it is typical severe PTSD.
Thats very sad :(
It sucks he has to go through that, and you too. I had no idea that was a symptom of PTSD
Sending you 💞 & healing. 💞
Not typical
I always sleep fully clothed in a fetal position.
the amount he drinks could also be a factor where his body needs an extreme amount of alcohol to be able to sleep since thats what its used to
A 106-year-old lady was asked, "Haven't doctors throughout your life warned you about cigarettes?" She said, "Some of them have but all of them are dead now."
😕😲
No she wasn’t smoking she was drinking Dr Pepper.
Doesn’t make smoking any less dangerous. I’ve heard of people living to be in thier 100’s while smoking or drinking, and I’ve heard of previously perfectly healthy young people get cancer and die. You never know what will happen in life, so it’s a gamble to do it, and I can see why. But to each their own, I used to smoke cigarettes and I still vape and smoke weed lmao
If heard that story except it was doctor pepper
At that age.. who cares about health...iust live ur life till the end
its suffocating when almost everythin u want to eat/drink are ban and the thing recommended for u are expensive medication...
jst prepare coffin already😂
Beautiful. This man is so peaceful! ☮💚🙏
It’s my dream to travel like you . With a local guide ,chatting with the locals ,visiting non-popular palaces ,small towns and villages ❤
Mind-blowing that he's made it to 80 years old on no sleep, as a chain-smoker, possibly getting blackout drunk on the regular to cope with his PTSD, and all that as a hard working farmer and family man. Just amazing.
i think same
Riddle solved. It's just alcohol withrawal. Most normal thing in the world if you're an alcohol addict. If he would just lay off the booze for a week, he'd be sleeping normally.
Are you _sure_ it isn't PTSD?
@@AmstradExin it would be hard to break he’s 80 and has been doing this for as long as he’s been alive
Story is obviously made up. What if I told you I know a guy who hasn't eaten any food since 1962 and is still alive, would you believe that too?
good work man, I just subscribed from South Africa, I am learning from you
Everything about this story is beautiful, I'm about to go get me some good sleep now 😉👍🏾
My heart broke when he said he wanted to sleep, lay down on the bed for a little bit and just sat up and smiled. I pray that somehow the doctors finally come up with a way to help him, because you can just tell, even after everything during the war he went through, he's still able to genuinely smile and let complete strangers into his home and feed them.
Give it 5-10 years, he'll be having a good long nap.
@@altsleepasmr that was 🥶
The problem is Vietnamese healthcare is corrupt and operated by unqualified persons. Hope he gets the help he needs
@@richard-mai I feel like you are one of those so called "Vietnamese-American" when in-fact you just American talking shit about our country
He needs Lord Jesus Christ to sleep and have peace
Dude is the ultimate party animal, 24/7 drinking homemade wine and smoking cigs.
and unlimited rice
He just has Pablo Escobar quality
And home made meth
Hunter, Biden could learn a lot from this guy.
Dude needs to smoke some proper weed to relax and get some sleep
Now, You are Amazing. THANK YOU!
this is amazing!!
I love how he always walks in his pyjama's just in case he falls asleep 😁
😂😂😂
underrated comment 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
..& again a sleepless man but has got a bed😂😂
you never know😂😂😂😂
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This is a very strong man right here much respect❤❤
He’s amazing, but I just can’t help but feel so bad for him. Bless his heart
That for me is a lifetime of suffering...but seeing him smile and doesnt stop working...he is phenomenal...so proud of this guy..
Just don't be naive or gullible. He's catching some winks or he'd be dead.
Twilight sleep (or wake sleeping due to PTSD) is considered no sleep (because you don’t enter REM sleep, and can be woken by the slightest thing (literally you can appear to be asleep, and may even snore; but hear everything around you, including your own snoring)
Depression and anxiety, doesn’t stop a person from smiling and pretending to be okay - Robin Williams is one famous person who smiled right up until he took his own life.
I’m a regular non-celebrity person who has endured 20+ years of smiling depression, and I still struggle to enter REM sleep. (You’ll know you are in REM, because you dream in REM sleep)
I haven’t had a dream in a while (I dream 2-3 times a year)
I hear everything when I’m asleep, so I wear earplugs (LOOP brand muffles the noise, but doesn’t block it completely)
@@TWR1988 perfectly said; as for ur name tho, we’re at 8 billion + tho
@@chillmorgs I’m not renaming myself every few months. Besides; when I was born, I was 1 in 4 Billion
He sleeps. It's a way to make some money out of his celebrity that he doesn't sleep.
Yes, I do think the war made this elderly man, suffer from PTSD. The fear of sleeping and be killed, the mind is always rushing for cover. You are so kind, Drew. Thanks for sharing this video.
He most definitely has PTSD and alcoholism. Poor man my heart breaks for him.
New fear unlocked
I think Xanas might help a little bit for him
@@ricky8545 I agree. He's already addicted to alcohol and cigs so adding a prescription wouldn't be a huge deal. I would just be worried about him mixing booze and tranqs. Good way to off yourself unintentionally.
I have PTSD, I was abused. I used to have nightmares, but in the past 2 weeks I cannot fall asleep at all!!
He seems like such a nice man and his wife and sons! Wish them much happiness in life
Beautiful story and video. Thank you Drew.
This man survived a time where he had to be up for survival, a time when you feared closing your eyes because of the thought of what might happen if you do. Truly a warrior for going so long without no sleep, I wish him good health both mentally and physically. God bless.
Amen! ✝️
I don't think the war plays any part in his sleep problem, it was a long time ago, assuming he is 80 years old and even fought in the war, he offered no proof he served in the army and no evidence was presented to establish his age. His sons look remarkably young for a guy 80. How old are they, no older then 22-27? Look at the age of his wife. It doesn't add up for a couple that old to have such young children.
It's much more likely his sleep problem is caused by the constant amount of sugar he's consuming in the rice wine (reinforced by the fact he barely eats) that is over-stimulating his brain. Add to that he's clearly a chronic alcoholic, drinking 50-70% proof rice wine like its water all day long. Alcohol is extremely toxic to the organs, and has almost certainly damaged his brain and liver at this level of consumption over an extended period.
He clearly has a very very high tolerance to alcohol if he can drink 1 litre of this stuff and be fine. That would be enough to put the average person out of action for several days, and in some cases might even be a lethal blood level of alcohol, depending on the amount of alcohol in his home-made rice wine, which could be higher than 70% proof. German alcohol made from potatoes is typically 70-90% proof, much stronger than vodka or whisky. Even drinking a bottle of whisky or vodka a day for years would severely damage your liver, brain and other organs.
He's been slowly poisoning himself over a long period. It's more a miracle that he's even alive, and in such good shape, ad not severely ill or even dead,. Remarkable he's able to get by with the occasional nap and just laying down to rest, and still able to function and do work every day, even despite this level of alcohol poisoning on his body.
I'd love to see some MRI scans of his liver and brain to see how extensive the alcoholism damage is by doing blood works on him to measure his blood sugar level and assess his liver function. It does raise some interesting scientific inquiry into what's different about Asian cultures, and factors like healthier diets, low-stress lifestyles, compared to the West, which reduces the risk of diseases and promotes healthier old ages in their countries compared to ours.
@@paullangton-rogers2390 and the pseudo arm chair youtube comment analyst/psychologist strikes again!
@@paullangton-rogers2390 very interesting. I've come up with the same conclusions myself about the extreme addictions to stimulants. But I disagree with the time limit on a severe untreated mental health disorder. The evidence with the attack on his hand could produce enough trauma to effect someone for life, so if the war stories are true as well...I would add PTSD to the equation as well like mentioned in the vid.
kung kilala niyo lang si Aklas
This man is uncanny!
I suffer from sleep apnea and insomnia and couldn't imagine dealing with what he's going through. The most beautiful thing about him is his resilience. He's able to tackle life with a smile on his face.
Great video Drew!
If you do not have a CPAP machine, it is worth the investment!
It is.....NOT......real....
@@boredscientist5756 Don't need your negative Nancy comment in my thread. Just create your own or move on!
@@alexandercruz3796 You have some problems with facts... 🤣
@@boredscientist5756 Move on!
he's adorable 🥺🥺 wish him all the best and thanks for taking the time to find him!
His story has been widespread in Vietnam media for a while. I remember reading about him when i was younger. It’s nice to see him still being healthy and well.
Wow
Healthy and well? The man is smoking tobacco mate
He sleeps in his mind
@@GetDarceChoked at 80 he works two jobs and sleep so little, i consider that healthy and well
@iatealready he probably dozes off a bit every day
Watching this I realized something insane. We beef in the streets over here about girls,drugs, money hell just pure jealousy. This dudes life was changed forever because of war from his sleep to his hand to his lifestyle and all that. Then an American comes and after everything he’s been thru he still extended his hand greeted you with open arms gave you a place to stay and fed you and never cared where you came from an laughed at the fact that American people had a hand in what altered his life. This dude has the biggest forgiving loving heart there is and this shows me I got a ton of work to do on my self. WOW. That hit me hard man I gotta learn to let shit go it’s only tearing me up at this point.
Someone once said, "Everyone should smile. Life really isn't that serious -- we make it hard. The sun rises, the sun sets... we just tend to complicate the process."
@@adiidisounds like Alan Watts who was it im too lazy to google
All of those things you mentioned that most people do are really because of our culture and technology. The internet has changed the western world in the worst way possible, and all it does is stoke the egos of all these desperate, annoying, lonely kids and young adults. Now everything is about how much flashy bling you have, going to nightclubs half naked, doing drugs, money money money, sex, shooting or hurting people you don't like, suing someone because they looked at you funny, destroying English with street slang, the list goes on. People that live in places like this man haven't been exposed to and brainwashed by the same things the rest of us are. I'm only 32 and don't want to sound like a boomer, but the internet and social media really are ruining EVERYTHING. No ifs, ands, or buts.
@@nba2kaii12 it was actually Florgius Fligglesmub II
good that this has made you have that realization! That is growth! now just apply it to your life and work on yourself and make the changes! you can learn to forgive, let shit go, and be a loving person!
That was really amazing dude! Thx for sharing!
i ve been having some sleep disorders that keep me active during the nigth. it has led me to this video. Quite good informative content.
Me too. I stopped sleeping in October 2033 and I've never slept again. Wish I could get some help but this is unbelievable to everyone.
@@shelamatela1079
I hope be like you 😃 wut is secret ?
the Vietnamese people are so generous, feeding two random guys who showed up at their house. I thought that was so kind
My family my mom side from the Philippines many south Asian countries have great hospitality
It's more normal outside North America and a couple of European countries, still a very kind act :)
normal where I come from, my mum used to make loads of people breakfast! (Northern Ireland)
HAHAHA, WITH THE CUT THEY GOT FROM THE FRUIT SELLER, $10, for $3 worth of fruit, and the money the old bastard brings to the town with people looking to visit him….the whole country is a scam. I first went there in 1985, almost 30 years later my Vietnamese wife is laughing at the idiot kid being suckered. Perfect example of Vietnamese pig farmers, wants money for doctors but he has 3 houses, $4,000 in pigs….just another drunk in a country full of them. You can see a Dr. there for $3. You bunch of fools. I speak Vietnamese and they were talking about how they can get money from the moron American.
Everybody around the world do that with the exception of Europeans and Americans. You can go to an European house and if you weren’t invited for dinner they will eat in front of you. But if you go to anybody else in Africa, Philippines, India, Vietnam I’ll just say this, every country in Asia they will feed you. 🙏🏽
My uncle was in the war and has PTSD. He struggles tremendously to sleep at night because of it. Getting up to the slightest noise, so PTSD can definitely be a cause to his condition.
ok but how can he just survive without sleeping?
i mean the guy in the video not your uncle
@@mttlsa686 I have no clue, I asked my psychology professor and all he said was micro sleeping. So I have no clue.
@@mttlsa686 and the fact he uses alcohol to sleep is also a lot like my uncle who uses beer to try and sleep. So I guess that's how? And plus he's been living that way for so long maybe his body is just accustomed to it now
@@lillianhassel5406 Thats just not how it works, after a week you can't figure out what's real or micro-dream, you literally hallucinate and at the end of the video he didnt took of his pajamas because he went to sleep...
Thank you for your good work
Wow I'm glad I found your channel great stuff
The video super awesome, mates 😮
Thanks so much for having me in this adventure, so proud of be a part of this.
Really missing you guys already. Just let me know when you guys have a chance back to Vietnam, mates. 💪💪💪
See you!
Yoo ur the guy
You were a great translator!
You're the same guy from the video!
You’re the man Huy!!!!!!
@@drewbinsky fr
this guy is an absolute warrior, hats off to you sir! And thank you Drew for giving the guy some cash to get help. Too often, I see journalist/youtubers get the story and barely give back to the host.
Yes!
So he want us to believe he hasn't slep for over 60 years? Those who believe him are stupid to say the least since the human body can't operate without sleeping , the maximum someone can stay without sleeping is around 11 day and this way stay more than 60 years? yeah right!🤣
You're welcome
Who's a warrior? The TH-camr? Or the no sleep guy?
And coming to the host house with a courtesy fruit basket gift, too. A real class act
I read about this guy like 10 years ago and this is amazing to see him on video
Very cool show Drew!
He’s very hard core. He does not seem unhappy either. God bless him and his family.
Yes! ;D
As someone who has experience self medicating with alcohol, my heart hurts for him.I imagine his war experience was very traumatic. My first thought was that his brain is constantly on watch for danger. In war it meant death to sleep and be vulnerable. He is trapped in that time and I can’t blame him for using alcohol to shut down his mind. It’s sad that he has no access to healthcare or medication. It’s possible a couple ambian and talk therapy would change his life. I pray this man finds peace
Probably has more to do with nerve damage
All wars in modern era are caused by U S A and yes that includes the current war in ukraine. Satan’s country
Thanks for the perceptive comments, GL. You hit the nail on the head. I was once traumatized by watching a grim accident and, seeking help, no one would believe me while a man was bleeding to death. I kept replaying the incident in my mind for weeks on end. It was a non-stop nightmare for me. I couldn't end the memory tape replaying. Finally a spiritual mentor/older friend told me I did everything I possibly could to remedy the situation. Stop beating yourself up...I was told. And instantly the problem faded to nothingness and I was healed. I can understand why the Vietnamese fellow turned to alcohol to block out his pain. This is a very troubling situation which needs attention.
He does want to sleep though. He doesn't like being sleepless after all? I like to stay awake forever, I never wanted to sleep in the first place.
He's already medicating himself so much, it wouldn't hurt to give him something proper that doesn't destroy his organs. That could be zolpidem like you mention, but those never did anything for me, so he'd probably want diazepam or something on top to help with alcohol withdrawal (sleep is impossible when you're borderline delerium tremens). People in Thailand are lucky, they can legally try cannabis if they're in his situation.
I m just following u i love your videos ❤very honest
A living legend,God bless the old man♥️♥️🥰🥰
Wow this is incredible. The family is so beautifully kind and hospitable to allow him to glimpse into their lives, and he did a great job interviewing the sleepless man and telling his story. It does show the lasting effects of war and sheds light on what veterans go through. This man has done an incredible job over his sleepless years, hardworking and taking care of his wonderful family.
Hi Drew! I’m from Việt Nam myself and I did here story about Mr Ngọc. And I believe that he really suffered from PTSD after the war. Thank you so much for coming all the way here to tell a story. Keep on going and sharing stories men!
Im watching from india
@@princejunomakri4758 Brazil here. Amazing video.
Hey, would you mind to share your video?
All this combined here is pretty incredible to say the least...🤘🏼💯✔️
This is one of my favorite stories and I keep coming back here frequently to check up on him and rewatch this. Has anyone heard any updates? Was this man ever able to get any sleep or a definitive answer as to why he can’t sleep?
Many years ago I went through a period of no sleep……it was horrible….literally felt like a Zombie for the few months I went through it. The weird part is I was traveling at the time with no sleep. Could not imagine this long without sleep.
Scientist says just by closing your eyes you can already gain energy even without sleeping. But for 61 years? Thats amazing! Have you heard the story about the man who never showers and only eat dead animals? But he's dead now. (RIP) They forced(?) him to shower.
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@@CreativitiSIM yep, I heard him and found to be crazy story
@@CreativitiSIM It was in Iran essentially he wanted a partner but he could never get one, eventually the village that took care of him convinced him to he wasn't forced he died fourd months after (he was in his 90s) Also I think his brain might have figured out how to process memory's without sleeping. (So he can essentially asleep while functioning.)
What I found even more fascinating is that how friendly they were, they welcomed 2 random people into their house and fed them lunch. That’s the kinda stuff you never see in the west
Down south people are friendly like that
@@venicec3310 you mean the southern us states or south asia
that's because in the west strangers are more violent and these stories usually end in Murder (In the west)
@@venicec3310 Not me unless you seem really nice. My town is in the top 40 cities for murder per capita despite having a really small population. I can't wait to move out
@@Spider-man612 think he means south orf the equater
I have PTSD, I was victim of child traficking. I used to have nightmares, but in the past 2 weeks I CANNOT SLEEP AT ALL. I JUST CANNOT FALL ASLEEP.
This video was awesome 🤩
Hi i love your photo
I have a Vietnamese friend and he is currently living in the US. He couldn't sleep either. He told me he was South Vietnamese soldier during the war, he got injuried by the incoming Vi Ci RPG, the blast caused him sleepless for 40+ years. Probably the explosion and the shocks caused his his nerve system went down
That is so intense. It probably has to do with damage in the vagus nerve. I suffer from gastritis/gerd and it is so difficult to sleep and stay asleep.
@@lucreziavilante5993 smoke a joint
@@magistic345 😂😂😂
how is it sciantifically possible
@@magistic345 make sure it is indica not sativa. Indica will help you sleep.
Without question, this poor man is suffering for lack of sleep since the Vietnam War. He was partially injured and perhaps could not forget that war and scared to die or be killed if he falls asleep. It could be his mind playing him around and he uses rice wine to numb his fear and feelings. Let's all wish him nothing but the best and hope God gives him more years but more importantly some little joy and happiness in this cruel world of ours (don't think he's truly happy) before finally meeting his end. He's such a kind, loving and decent person and not fair to live such kind of life without experiencing once again ... sleep, rest and real relaxation.
Yeah!!!! the Americans they are so proud of their involvements in Vietnam war. And this is the end result of these innocent Vietnamese suffering today. Even heard Agent Orange??? Google if you never heard of it.
If you don't need sleep who cares? We sleep because we need it. This man doesn't need it.
and you know, you're absolutely right my friend
Makes sense
imagine having this disorder and using it to grind in online games bruh you'll be unstoppable
How do you kill that which has no life?
This was a fantastic story. His family was so gracious by opening their home to you. I am happy that you were so generous with "the man who doesn't sleep." Five hundred dollars goes a long way in Vietnam!
There is a disorder call Fatal Familial Insomnia, but it is only known to affect people from a small town in Italy and their descendants. I think he is on to something about PTSD from the war. Extreme insomnia is known to be a symptom. The thing is, there is a reason for the name of the Italian disorder. It is ALWAYS fatal from the lack of sleep. He may experience what is known as microsleep, which can occur with the eyes open. I'd be interested to know if this occurs. When he drinks a lot of rice wine and believes he is sleeping, he most likely is not. He has just passed out, which is not technically the same as sleep. He might get some of the benefits from a mild sleep, but it may actually do more harm than good. It would make this post WAY longer to explain why. I feel for the guy. The fact he is still in good spirits says a lot about this man's strength, as well as who his family is. They seem like good people.
I cant believe he is 80, those genes are strong!
@@richyket661 strong genes or strong rice wine
@@richyket661 lol what? does he look 20 to you? You must be from California xD
I believe there are 2 sufferers (brother and sister) in Australia with that disorder. The lady is a television reporter, and she took part in a documentary regarding it. Very scary.
@@mathewaitken938 I believe you are correct about that. I think heard of them as well. I know I heard about siblings suffering from it, which was of interest to those studying the disorder. Those that suffer from it live all over the world. Their genealogy all tracks back to the same town in Italy, but they do not all live there. It comes from a genetic issue. If I am remembering correctly, as it has been a LONG time since I have studied it, it is a protein mutation that it is attributed to; but don't hold me to that, as I could be thinking of another disorder. I studied these in college a little over 20 years ago.
I'm a Vietnamese myself, have heard of this incredible story a few times, still not figured out why this man hasn't slept since 1962, until you share it to the whole world. Like, yeah, many people here in the comment section seem to know why, and it's really cool. Thank you guys so much!
Gonna name my kid after you, Phuc
@@costcotheballer8171 why is that?
@@phucnguyenhong3388 you are an inspiration
@@costcotheballer8171 inspiration for what? Still don't get it.
@@phucnguyenhong3388 Phuc man it ain't that hard to get
I think he's suffering from some type of internal anxiety. Notice how he said if he drinks enough he "doesn't think" and will sometimes sleep for an hour or two. I have dealt with sleeping troubles from anxiety myself and struggle with falling and staying asleep. Sometimes even going from sleeping for an hour to instantly wide awake with feelings of worry and don't even know why.
me too!! no one can even fathom it until they have been through it!!
The family the people were so kind and sweet i hope the best for Vietnamese people much love
Amazed at what the human condition can do. Sleeplessness, alcohol and smokes for years and yet still trucking. Most of us would be dead at 65 living this way for years but not this guy.
Body can only take so much and eventually it will give out. Still you have to wonder how the hell its gotten him this far. Damn. Respect
He LOOKS GREAT!
He's got way better food than we do and If he lives at seaside It also helps
He's Robot
You can eat perfect sleep perfect and exercise perfect the body still gives out the waves of time take a price no matter what you do.
@@sweettooth4527 the waves bro
The part where he sat on the side of the bed and looked like he was thinking hit me pretty hard. That's what I do sometimes. I was in the Iraq war 03, and 05, diagnosed with PTSD in 04, found out I have Bipolar II disorder about 3 years ago. I was an opiate addict, and a lot of times I couldn't close my eye's and sleep unless I was loaded. Even now I have been sleeping in my computer chair for almost a year now. My bed is full of my clothes. The reason is when I lay down I feel like i'm dying, and I jump back awake. The fear that hits me is so hard I just ended up staying awake. So now I just stay in my computer chair, and if sleep comes, then it comes. I don't try to have a schedule anymore though. This is the first time i've ever talked about it.
Sorry to hear this! It’s important to talk about it. In war you see the worst that human beings can do to each other. It must be very difficult to pretend all is “normal” when you know how things can be…. It’s like living in a parallel universe and somehow people around you seem to not be able to relate to what you have experienced. I wish you much betterment!
Man this makes me so sad to hear. That must be horrrific. I hope you'll find peace. If you haven't considered seaking trauma-therapy please do consider it. Wish you all the best!
@Em K I’d really encourage seeking diagnosis and treatment! There’s a treatment called EMDR which is life-changing and really effective. Wishing you the best.
Good luck hombre, have you tried smoking bud?
Thank you for your service. I pray for your peace and healing from the traumatic experiences that you suffered all to serve our country. May GOD bless you in Jesus name!❤
Drew do u have travel insurance just in case of an emergency? Or do you do your research to see what are the emergency services numbers?
Beautiful documentary 👍🏼👍🏽🇳🇱
This guy gave "living life to the fullest" a whole new meaning
😂😂
Wouldn’t quite say “fullest” is taking cat naps, smoking like a fish and drinking like a chimney.
The translator man and the people was so friendly. I love Vietnam.
Def shout out to the translator. I am always amazed if people help TH-camrs like this.
AMAZING STORY!! WOW, I feel sorry for him in a way. To not have ever had a full nights rest seems so insane. What if he took like a Valium or some kind of sleep aid I wonder if he would sleep, maybe! Thanks for sharing that was a beautiful story. The food looked delicious except for the blood bars yuck. You were brave to take a bite lol!! And I believe he sleeps just a little bit at night and rests, but definitely not sleeping like a normal human. I totally believe it! And maybe it does have something to do with the war, his poor hand, but goes on every day, when he got on a bike and started riding it at 80 years old I was like wow . Thanks for sharing 💜💯💜
Amazing story indeed ❤
My dad was in the Vietnam war he also could stay alert with his eyes closed he always said he was just resting his eyes he could sit there looking like he was asleep but heard & was able to respond to a conversation while "resting his eyes" he did mention that while being in the war they had to sleep with one eye open because they could get their throat slit by the Vietnam soldiers if you fell completely asleep
when you fight for your land you must not let your enemies sleep. all respect to vietnam soldiers, all condolescences to the US workers who lived that hell in the name of imperialism
@@andremelloz Embarrassing take lol.
@@sadscientisthououinkyouma1867 Embarrassing comment, if you think his words are not true then say it with arguments
stupid war on innocent people living in peace ,
he were a killer , of course he would forget about sleeping
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Drew lives the life man . Travelled the world and back and brings joy everywhere he goes.
Are you the nobody who shot 2pac?
I love his energy
Yup. Lucky him.
Such a lovely video
This is such an amazing story, as much as i respect what our soldiers went through in vietnam. i respect this guy just as much. And for being EX vietkong he’s a kind soul. im sure there were many like him fighting for what they believe in and the country they called home.
He's lived a longer life than most.
Nope, he is OBVIOUSLY LYING FFS!!!!! Listen to science....he would be dead after 2 or 3 weeks...
Yeah, he is basically twice his age
@@boredscientist5756 Calm down. You sound like you haven't got enough sleep.
@@chunnisama6835 🤣🤣🤣🤣 GOOD one!
Dreaming is an experience too and you are alive when sleeping. You just forget about it immediately tho.
the fact that he can be a heavy smoker and drinker and still being able to stay awake and do all the jobs he has is really impressive! hope he lives for a very longer time ❤
Isn’t nicotine a stimulant that keeps people awake?
@@vidda2000 yeah but nicotine isn't really a strong stimulant at all. Not even close to coffee. What's trips me is he's gotta at least get sleepy and even pass out from the alcohol though since alcohol is a depressant. 🤔
i i can say that he continue to smoke 3 or 4 packs a day, soon he will sleep forever
@@cesargalaus7443 ye, he will catch up with all the sleep he lost. 😂😂😂😂
@@durbansaladyinaccra2173 very funny ha ha ha
lovely vibe!!!
What a legend that guy is. I’ve not slept for 3 nights and I’m so drained, what a boss.
Ur on that tweek
@@BenMenzies-ft4jl thats methed up bro
@@stevenruss712 haha what a "crack" up
@@stevenruss712 what county U from dude
Its fascinating how he can function normally without sleep. Even if he does sleep for a few minutes or 2 hours, it couldn't be enough for a normal person. Your body will be weak and feel lightheaded. It's amazing and sad at the same time. Maybe you're right, the war made him like this, and the fact that he still wouldn't share why is very heartbreaking. Imagine maybe he's lived almost 80% of his life fearing to get his mind be at peace and now he just wanted to sleep. He deserves to sleep soundly especially in his age.
The body make some adaptation that's why he can function normally, it's rare condition. most people will experience psychosis if they not sleep for several days, but some people will not show any symptom, most people out there struggle to sleep including me.
It’s actually not sad at all if anything he is lucky/gifted. Humans would be so much more productive if we didn’t need to sleep
@@jayforex96 ...yes what you said; most of us adults do actually struggle to sleep. Just, at some point, most of us do finally fall asleep.
@@mmm__we Right. He looks happy and calm, so I wouldn't necessarily say it's sad. Although at the same time he might be hurting inside.
No your just gullible and believe this story 😂😂
Smokes like a chimney, drinks like a fish 🐠…and if he does sleep it’s little to no sleep ..yet he is over 80 and still very active..he is super human..👍🏽😀
years ago..a spiritual teacher told me, that good meditation could replace sleep,,,so if you lack sleep, have a good meditation to help you❣ thank you for the video
truly exceptional❕
An 80+ year old war survivor with a bum hand, chain smoking and drinking through a life with no sleep and almost no food, while working 2 jobs and maintaining 3 houses and a farm. Found my spirit animal.
Hes a liar and youre a fool. You might want to review your spiritual life.
His son looks so much like him. Hope they all continue in good health for many years.
Yeah, he's living proof that sleep is overrated, which I already knew, but this was nice confirmation.
@@atlasgunther8947 lol wtf
@@atlasgunther8947 i think you might be right
@@atlasgunther8947 sleep isn’t overrated 😂
I suffer with ptsd and not from a war! Longest I went with no sleep was 7 days and I thought I was going crazy so feel for him big time! The fact the hospital can’t give him anything is really sad wish I could help so sad
He seems well balanced and functional. Probably something genetic in his case.
This man is awesome, reminds me of my father 💝 stay healthy and god bless you
Our brains are very powerful. I'd love to see him get diagnosed and maybe get some help with his PTSD. Bless his heart, all the people there seem so kind and happy.
You mean "we are very powerful". Not "our brains". We don't *have* brains, we *are* brains. None of our body is separate from the other parts. There aren't even actual "parts" of the body. We only made up the "parts" so we could itemize them and differentiate where or what needed medical attention. Where does your head really end and your neck ACTUALLY begin? Our bodies are one big unit. We are our bodies, not something inhabiting a body like a pilot in a mechanical robot suit. Not how it works.
Back to the sleepless man; do you think prescription meds would help him if he could obtain some?
The kindness of this couple, words cannot express it. May God bless him and his wife.
We need more of this in the world, less hate and more love.
I saw a show 10+ years ago where this guy(i think) was examined and they determined he was getting very rapid doses of "sleep" throughout the day.
such a respectful creator
My dad suffered something similar but not from ptsd, rather excessive use of ephedrine through the 90’s. It was a common pre workout supplement, but stored in his body fat for nearly a decade after it was banned in the us. Every time he attempted sleep his body would shut down but his brain was firing on all cylinders so to speak. Powerful sleeping pills would do nothing but force on hallucinations. He’s good now, which is a bonus but still was scary as a kid living with somebody who never slept.
would have made it hard to sneak out at night with a parent that never slept 😄
That sounds so hard to live with
damn man, I've had trouble sleeping ON ephedrine but never off it, that's pretty terrifying
Was it Stacker?
@@Amita8505 I’m not too sure. I remember it being a large red bottle of pills
My dads best friend fought in the Vietnam war and to this day, we know better than to bring up that war around him. I can’t imagine what both he and the gentleman in this video went through in that war, but it must’ve been hell on earth if this poor gentle soul can’t even sleep. I wonder if he had nightmares about the war so he fought sleep and over time his body just got used to little to no sleep at all.
I think he sleeps a little...
@@lalboimanlun1230 exactly , other option it's impossible maybe he is not know when he slept suddenly. btw I America ruined theim lives
The people here are so nice and welcoming especially to Americans which is surprising considering how much we harmed them
@@foxinurboxthey harmed Americans too.
Drew, it's hilarious how you keep taking shots of the rice wine though stating how bad it tastes 🤣🤣🤣
Love your channel, thank you for sharing the world with us ❤❤