If the Earth stopped rotating, one side would indeed experience six months of continuous daylight while the other side would be in darkness, leading to extreme temperature variations. This scenario is unlikely due to gravitational interactions with the Sun, which would eventually cause the Earth to become tidally locked, resulting in a permanent day and night side similar to the Moon's relationship with Earth. Discussions also touched on Venus, which has a long rotation period but remains un-tidally locked, suggesting complex gravitational dynamics. The conversation explored analogies, such as a swinging bucket, to illustrate how rotation affects light exposure, emphasizing the distinction between rotating and non-rotating bodies. Overall, the implications of a non-rotating Earth raise significant questions about planetary dynamics and light distribution.