unclassified The Misconception That “You Can Become a Short Sleeper Through Effort”: Daisuke Hori’s Theory and the Pitfalls of the “Personal Responsibility” Argument Regarding Work Aptitude
Is it true that “anyone can become a short sleeper with enough effort”? Using Daisuke Hori’s theory on short sleep as a starting point, this article explains the scientific truth. It explores the dangers of a harmful “personal responsibility” narrative—one that attributes sleep duration and work aptitude solely to “a lack of personal effort”—and highlights the importance of work styles that respect individual differences.