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Our body tells us so much about ourselves; it’s like reading a book and knowing things even if you fail to notice. Even your sleeping position1 can unveil many secrets you could never have guessed. We all have that one particular sleeping position where we sleep like a baby. You might praise your soft pillow or that new water bed you got, but your sleeping position will give you a dreamy sleep2 or one with a morning headache.
So go on and give your pillow another look. It’s time for a bit of retrospection!
1. Fetal
This sleeping position is where the crowd goes mostly when it comes to sleeping positions. Curled up legs, facing the side, you sleep like a baby protecting yourself from the outside world. This might seem an uncomfortable way to sleep, but ask us, and we’ll tell you, you can never sleep better. Such people might seem tough on the outside, but look some layers in and find a warm and sweetheart.
2. Yearner
You are yearning while you sleep in this sleeping position by lying on your side, stretching forward your arms. On the brighter side, such people are very open-minded and inviting and might be slow in making a decision but are as firm as one can get when they fix one. Flip the coin, and you’ll see their suspicious and cynical side about almost everything.
3. The Soldier
What comes to your mind when you imagine this position? If it’s on your back, fully stretched with arms on your side, you’re banging on correctly. Much like the name says, the people, though not many, following this position are very organized and disciplined, raising the bar high for themselves and the people around them. They might seem shy, courtesy of their mysterious nature, but they are severe when working on anything.
4. The Log
Imagine someone lying on their side with arms and legs stretched straight, and you got yourself a long sleeper. Don’t let this fool you because these people are the party’s life. Their happy-go-lucky nature, over-friendliness, and wild side are what draw them in. research has proved these “social butterflies” to be entirely trustful though they can be gullible.
5. Stargazer
Have you ever laid under the stars on a fantastic night with arms wrapped above your heads? That’s how some people sleep too! These people make friendships their top priority and do not hesitate to go that extra mile if needed.
6. Free Faller
If you enjoy resting on your stomach, neck tilted to either side, and arms wrapping that pillow, you fit perfectly in this category of careless sleepers. Such people might seem free-spirited birds but can be nervous in situations, especially where they are placed under the radar.
7. Starfish
Though least preferred, you might come across someone who likes to sleep on their back with legs straightened out, and hands stretched above their heads. These people makeup very loyal friends and would always be the ear you need for listening. Maybe that’s the reason they reach out even while sleeping!
8. Pillow Hugger
Though not in an actual position, you might encounter people who hug their pillow while sleeping. Such people place their bonds like friendships, family, and relationships on their priority list. You can always count on them to help you, even if it means not helping themselves.
- Kavey, Neil B., et al. “Sleeping position and sleep apnea syndrome.” American journal of otolaryngology 6.5 (1985): 373-377. ↩︎
- Solms, Mark. “Dreaming and REM sleep are controlled by different brain mechanisms.” Behavioral and Brain Sciences 23.6 (2000): 843-850. ↩︎
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