Mosha Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Why do the Thais ( In my experience ) sleep with a light on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsetBkk Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 They don't (in my experience). Next troll please..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 (edited) They don't (in my experience).Next troll please..... I suppose it depends how old they are. Edited November 12, 2007 by mrtoad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazeeboy Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 They don't (in my experience).Next troll please..... I suppose it depends how old they are. whats up with that ,i sleep with the light on ......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JUDAS Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Do they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meemiathai Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Why do the Thais ( In my experience ) sleep with a light on? Before any comments from me, I would like to know first, how many thais have you slept with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Why do the Thais ( In my experience ) sleep with a light on? Before any comments from me, I would like to know first, how many thais have you slept with? That may be against the forum rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajarnmark Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 I am indifferent, lights, music etc. on or off, does not make any difference. So? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a2396 Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 It scares the ghosts away. My Malaysian Chinese girlfriend would turn every light in the house on she was home alone for this reason, she explained. Ghosts like to hide in dark corners or rooms & don't tell me you don't believe in ghosts. You can never be a real Thai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim207 Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Why do the Thais ( In my experience ) sleep with a light on? I know why we leave a light on. You never know what is crawling around when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosha Posted November 13, 2007 Author Share Posted November 13, 2007 Thanks for the last 2 replies. All my wife's family keep a light on, but I can never get an answer when I ask why. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 If a light sleeper sleeps with a light on, how does a hard sleeper sleep? My experience has been the opposite--my other half keeps the place as dark as possible, so the neighbors can't see in! Of course, I can't see anything either and have almost killed myself several times running into things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I myself leave the sun on, every afternoon, when having my little snooze. More seriously, I would agree that it is an anti-creepie-crawlie defence, having once disturbed a small snake crawling into my son's bedroom, in the middle of the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun Jean Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I always leave a light on in the bathroom or hall. Mosquitos are attracted to light so they go there instead of the bedroom. Works quit well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiromj Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 With my TGF Sleeping - Lights off Everything else - Lights on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rken Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I've been told its a bug thing. cockroaches don't like the like. So one more vote for the creepy crawlies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 What's the difference between 'light' and 'hard'? You CAN sleep with a light on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macx Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 Thai ghosts are afraid of 5W light bulbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsetBkk Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I've been told its a bug thing. cockroaches don't like the like. So one more vote for the creepy crawlies Yes, but the jinjoks will eat all the flies attracted to the light, and then crap on you. Not good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdenner Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I can't see were all the sarcasm is coming from. Half of you fukc-wits who have responded to this thread don't understand Thai culture or their superstitions. GO HOME. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
draggons Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 So bdenner everyone but you is a <deleted>-wit eh? Ever thought about maybe it's because they can, Asian pastime=sleeping. Lights on, lights off anytime anyplace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsetBkk Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 I can't see were all the sarcasm is coming from. Half of you fukc-wits who have responded to this thread don't understand Thai culture or their superstitions. GO HOME. Looks like every Thai person I've ever slept with also doesn't understand "Thai culture or their superstitions". Had a bad day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDon Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 My Thai wife and family dont have the light on when sleeping. But its because they would run if they saw my bicept Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicowoodduck Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 I always leave a light on in the bathroom or hall.Mosquitos are attracted to light so they go there instead of the bedroom. Works quit well. I'm in the "lights on" in the bathroom crowd as well. FYI - If my Minnesota (the state bird IS the mosquito) upbringing serves me right, the loving mosquito is actually attracted to the CO2 that we all exhale. My father said if you don't want to get bit, don't breathe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiromj Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 I always leave a light on in the bathroom or hall.Mosquitos are attracted to light so they go there instead of the bedroom. Works quit well. I'm in the "lights on" in the bathroom crowd as well. FYI - If my Minnesota (the state bird IS the mosquito) upbringing serves me right, the loving mosquito is actually attracted to the CO2 that we all exhale. My father said if you don't want to get bit, don't breathe. I believe they are also attracted to alcohol eminating from the body's poures. One time I was eaten alive and my GF didn't get a single bite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a2396 Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 I can't see were all the sarcasm is coming from. Half of you fukc-wits who have responded to this thread don't understand Thai culture or their superstitions. GO HOME. I'd say the real "fukc-wits" are people who accept such idiotic nonsense, ie belief in ghosts as legitimate "Thai culture". Such culture belongs in the dust bin, along with belief in fortune telling, witchcraft & black magic masquerading as religion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 I can't see were all the sarcasm is coming from. Half of you fukc-wits who have responded to this thread don't understand Thai culture or their superstitions. GO HOME. I'd say the real "fukc-wits" are people who accept such idiotic nonsense, ie belief in ghosts as legitimate "Thai culture". Such culture belongs in the dust bin, along with belief in fortune telling, witchcraft & black magic masquerading as religion. I think his statement has made him look like a <deleted> -Wit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meemiathai Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 I can't see were all the sarcasm is coming from. Half of you fukc-wits who have responded to this thread don't understand Thai culture or their superstitions. GO HOME. I'd say the real "fukc-wits" are people who accept such idiotic nonsense, ie belief in ghosts as legitimate "Thai culture". Such culture belongs in the dust bin, along with belief in fortune telling, witchcraft & black magic masquerading as religion. I think his statement has made him look like a <deleted> -Wit. a2396, you don't have to actually believe in ghost to be afraid of ghost. I think it is quite natural to be afraid of them. I don't believe in ghosts and gods but my heart sure will beat faster if I am made to sleep in a cemetery alone. Will you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tijnebijn Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Probably a2396 has never been to Khmer or Haiiti or ever here about ' the quite strenght ' from Indonesia ? I am sure when walking around some places will make your ' believe ' (in your state now) realise that there is more then we can see or prove , or whatever our human brains can understand to think what is real or not . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffcoat Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 I'd say the real "fukc-wits" are people who accept such idiotic nonsense, ie belief in ghosts as legitimate "Thai culture". Such culture belongs in the dust bin, along with belief in fortune telling, witchcraft & black magic masquerading as religion. As opposed to <deleted>-wits who know they are right about everything and therefore everyone who does not conform to their view is a moron? Healthy scepticism is a fine thing but based on my own direct experience I have a strong sympathy with the beliefs within Thai culture. Some religions despise magic and fortune telling when others use it but embrace it themselves by changing the descriptions to miracles and prophesy. Anyway sliding off topic. Light on to spot the creepy crawlies only, the most powerful spiritual force in the bedroom is me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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