Chinese proverb of the day : Sleep is one of the most basic human needs, yet it is often the first thing people sacrifice when life becomes busy. Whether staying up late to finish work, study for an exam, watch entertainment, or scroll through social media, many assume that losing a single night of sleep is a small price to pay. However, traditional Chinese wisdom has long suggested otherwise. Centuries before sleep scientists studied the effects of sleep deprivation, Chinese proverbs warned that even one restless night could leave a lasting impact on both body and mind.