diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index b78f963..1519e0e 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -118,6 +118,9 @@ end
 client.on :close do |code, reason|
   # You may attempt to reconnect to the relay here
 end
+
+# This line keeps the background client from exiting immediately.
+gets
 ```
 
 ## 📚 Documentation
diff --git a/docs/getting-started/overview.md b/docs/getting-started/overview.md
index bc3a15a..6f4124d 100644
--- a/docs/getting-started/overview.md
+++ b/docs/getting-started/overview.md
@@ -165,6 +165,9 @@ end
 client.on :close do |code, reason|
   # You may attempt to reconnect to the relay here
 end
+
+# This line keeps the background client from exiting immediately.
+gets
 ```
 
 Beyond what's covered here, the Nostr protocol and this gem boast a wealth of additional functionalities. For an