“The Big Sleep Guide”: My Comic On How To Sleep Better


Article created by: Robert the Otter

I’m a Singaporean Otter! I work as a data-entry analyst and I like talking about topics such as people, relationships, psychology and anything I come across in real life. I have a wife and two kids, a teenage daughter, and a baby son. These comics are really a way for me to express myself and my life journey.


Are you getting enough quality sleep? (I’m not). Good thing my daughter helped me to get some Zzzzz’s.


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Comic strip titled The Big Sleep Guide with tired otter characters discussing the need for better sleep.


In these comics, Otter represents me, cause I am the main character of my life, so it just makes sense. I take it that you are, too! It is more a documentary-like piece than anything. These comics are about me, my life, my conflicts, and also the funny bits as well.


Through comics, I like to unwind, break down what I’m going through, and sometimes tackle difficult subjects that affect me. I did one about the death of my father a while back. It was a great opportunity to look back with new eyes and understand events in a different, but hopeful light. That’s really what I try to do. Give hope, and understanding, offer useful ways to grow, and positive vibes.


Cartoon character with sleep mask and pillows illustrating a guide on sleeping better for improved rest and relaxation.


Sleep guide chart showing recommended hours of sleep by age groups with an otter character in a comic style.


Source: healthhub.sg


Cartoon cycle of sleep deprivation showing bad habits, tiredness, coffee drinking, and poor sleep in a comic about better sleep.


Common reasons for sleep deprivation including lifestyle, work, mental conditions, sleep disorders, and kids in a big sleep guide comic.


Illustration explaining revenge bedtime procrastination and its effects on sleep and health in a sleep better comic guide.


Source: healthhub.sg


Comic illustration showing a character being reminded to sleep at the same time every day for better sleep habits.


Cartoon otter sleeping with eye mask on a good mattress using aroma diffuser and soft relaxing music for better sleep.


Source: healthshots.com


Cartoon in the big sleep guide showing caffeine and alcohol as characters urging to drink, affecting better sleep tips.


Cartoon otters exercising and sleeping, illustrating how exercise boosts natural sleep hormones for better sleep.


Cartoon illustration showing advice to reduce night-time device exposure for better sleep with a character using a laptop in bed.


Comic illustration showing stress and worries disrupting sleep, with tips to relax the mind for better sleep.


Comic panel illustrating the impact of quitting smoking on sleep quality with an otter character helping a man.


Comic illustration showing a character reading, listening to music, and relaxing muscles to improve sleep better.


Cartoon doctor advising tired otter to see healthcare specialist for better sleep in a comic about sleep guide.


Comic scene showing characters preparing for better sleep with baby care, emphasizing tips for improving sleep quality.


Two cartoon otters peacefully sleeping in bed with zzz symbols, illustrating better sleep in a comic style.


Two otters waking up in the morning and peeking through a door in a comic about better sleep tips.


Comic illustration showing tired characters on a couch, highlighting tips on how to sleep better with humor and warmth.


People’s reactions to my comics are mostly positive! They’re shared and commented on, and some people like educators, psychologists, counselors, and teachers ask for numerous languages. I try my best to translate them. Some also wish to use them for their classes or to teach their own family about certain things. e.g. a cleaning guide we did was pasted to someone’s refrigerator! I just wanted to create a fun but useful comic series, so all of this is a plus – I’m really thankful to my readers for supporting me!