Noise all the time. Light all the time. Both of these are counter to human living until recently. These physical stresses, plus an infinite number of low level

Noise all the time. Light all the time. Both of these are counter to human living until recently. These physical stresses, plus an infinite number of low level chemical stresses and the progress of modern life feels underwhelming. That said, I have a "weekend home" in Vermont. It's dark. It's quiet. Guests, as well as myself, sleep extra well. Noticeably well.