soul_campaign | ( video ) March 13th, early morning

[ It's nearly two in the morning, and Duo looks about as exhausted as he sounds. As if his sleep schedule wasn't sporadic and meager as it could be at the moment from years of sleeping when and where he could, not apparently his mind found this the appropriate time to plague him with nightmares and replays of memories he would rather forget. Dark circles are beginning to form under his eyes and rubbing at them probably doesn't make it any better, but he's doing it anyway.

Unfortunately his first attempt at talking is interrupted by a yawn, but when he does speak it's hushed and drowsy. ]

I know it's like... ungodly o'clock in the morning right now, and I'm sorry if I'm waking anyone up but.. [ Hold on, it's apparently break time to take a drag off of the cigarette in his other hand, as he sighs the smoke out through his nose a moment later. ]

Sleep is completely evading me tonight, and I'm wondering if anyone knows a particular 'trick' to getting back to sleep after nightmares? Or just.. a general way that it's better to try and fall asleep with than nicotine and a shot of whiskey? Otherwise that's my next step, because I'm seriously gonna fall out if I keep not being able to sleep..

I mean, my sleep schedule is really messed up but I've never really had the nightmare problem until I came here... Is that like, a common side effect or just me.. ?

Anyway, sorry I'm rambling but my brain is fried. I'd really appreciate any answers...

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It takes much patience and practice, and perhaps many years to achieve the right state of mind, but you must begin somewhere. [He sounds somewhat amused at his answer.] If it goes in circles, use that to your advantage. A closed loop can be mastered more quickly than scattered thoughts.

I feel like I'd need Wufei here to keep me in line when I do that, or else I'd probably do it wrong.

[ Sighing, he muffles another yawn. ] Never thought I'd say that I missed that bastard until now.

If your friend is not here, perhaps I could be of assistance? Otherwise it might be prudent to find the source of your nightmares, so that you may rest peacefully again.

The source isn't really a mystery, but it's a long story.... I wouldn't mind your help, though, if you don't mind.

Not in the least. I admit my experience with the human mind is limited, but I have dealt with their nightmares before. Besides that, meditation is a vital aspect of my people's culture. I can point you in the correct direction.

Oh, so are you an alien? [ He seems remarkably calm about this realization. ]
You don't have some weird mind powers that can just knock me the hell out?

[He laughs.] I am indeed an alien, and if that troubles you, I will withdraw my offer. And unfortunately, BREW had taken the majority of my natural powers. Even if I could 'knock you the hell out', I would not. The problem is yours to solve - I can only guide you.

To be honest with you? I don't really care if you're an alien or a cow from space, man. I've met worse humans in my life than aliens here, so...

I would appreciate it, is what I'm getting at. Even if it sucks that you wouldn't just knock me... [ laughing. ]

Very well. [His tone is still light and amused. He was beginning to like this human.] I should at least know your name if I am to ever consider knocking you out. You may call me Zeratul.

Zeratul. That's interesting.. My name is Duo Maxwell.

It is an honor, Duo Maxwell. Now, tell me how I may best assist you, and I will do what I am able.

I'm.. not really sure to be honest? But I guess it would help me most to learn his to get my brain to... quiet down some. Stop running in circles and elevating things..

We can focus on meditation techniques, then. I believe it would be easier to do so in person, rather than over the network, if you are willing.

Sounds good to me.. but I have a friend coming over shortly to try and see if having someone else here will help, so... Do you mind if I rain check meeting like, as soon as possible? Learning this can help no matter what, right?

I do not mind the least. [So long as he was interpreting what 'rain check' meant correctly.] And I believe you will benefit from such training, as it may be more useful to you in the future. Simply contact me when you are ready, Duo Maxwell.

Will do. Thanks again, Zeratul.

You are more than welcome.

[He'll let him see to his friend, and simply disconnects.]

[OOC: would you be interested in doing a log or something with them later on? :) )

[ OOC: Yes for sure! It'll have to be after next week, I think since I'm going on vacation on Saturday for a week - but when I'm back I'm totally down! ]

[That's fine! Just hit me up when you get the time, and have fun!]

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