Saturday, November 7, 2009

Why work when you can hibernate? - The New York Times

h/t Brad.

Why work when you can hibernate? - The New York Times:

It is unlikely this was hibernation in the zoological sense. While extreme cold might have set off a biological response normally seen only in squirrels, bears and marmots, human hibernation probably reflects a sensible, communal decision to stay in bed for as long as possible.

...The long-term benefits of reduced energy consumption would counterbalance the economic loss. There has never been a better time to stay in bed.

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