How Do You Sleep? Some of the Most Interesting Sleep Positions on the Internet

It may not seem like much but it’s a fact that sleeping positions play a huge role in the quality of your sleep. This is why it’s so fascinating. In many occasions, it’s also quite hilarious. Some sleepers exhibit that they can go far and wide just to get comfortable when asleep, so they can get in some of the most interesting positions and contortions possible.

In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the most striking sleep positions that we find worthy of a giggle or two. Check them out below.

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Research Suggests that Optimists Tend to Sleep Better

If you’ve been following this blog, you’ll know that there’s a mind-blowing amount of things that can affect one’s sleep. It’s fascinating learning more about them as sometimes they can be quite unexpected but once you get to know the reason behind them, it makes perfect sense.

Another addition to this list is an optimistic disposition in life. According to a study done for the Coronary Artery Risk and Development in Young Adults (CARDIA), there are significant associations towards better quality sleep and one’s sunny disposition.

It turns out, that those who are optimistic tend to sleep more, with better quality and longer duration than their broody peers. If you’ll think about it, though, it makes sense as the amount of sleep you get also affects your mood. If you get enough sleep, you’re more energetic, upbeat, and in an all-around better mood. If you’re sleep-deprived, you’re grumpier and will most likely rely on caffeine to keep you awake and energized the whole day. Unfortunately, too much caffeine can also be the very reason why you can’t sleep well at night, creating a vicious cycle of sleeplessness and grumpiness.

But what really comes first, your good mood or your good sleep? The study mentioned above looked into that with the help of 3500 subjects aged 32-51 over a period of 5 years. Their disposition was measured through a 10-question survey and had their sleep monitored through regular reporting. Some subjects took things up a notch by having their sleep scientifically monitored.

Results show that those who are more optimistic than others are more likely to have better sleep than the ones that are less optimistic. They’re also less likely to become insomniacs or experience daytime fatigue.

While researchers haven’t really found out why and how optimism affects one’s sleep, there’s still some evidence that one’s positive disposition also has a positive impact on their rest. There may still be a need to study this further but it’s already a good start that might convince people to take a more positive change in their lives to get better zzz’s.

Keep Your Mattress Safe from Amag This Rainy Season

The rainy season brings in a host of issues in many homes. Some have to deal with floods, others a leaky roof or wall waterproofing. Then there’s also the mold that is very hard to get rid of. With our humidity levels going over 90%, many homes really have to struggle with varying levels of mustiness.

If your home falls victim to amag, you’ll need to take certain precautions. You don’t want mildew to get into your mattress as that might cause health problems and keep you from getting proper sleep.

Unfortunately, your bed is one of the best places for mold and mildew growth. It can get damp and warm from your body heat and fluids. The humidity also makes things worse.

So how do you prevent mold from getting into your mattress? Here are some of our tips:

Use a breathable mattress cover.

This will help add a layer of protection to your mattress but will also ensure that it breathes and dries out. You can either buy an actual mattress protector or use a fitted sheet made with a breathable material then layer it with a top sheet for best results.

Air out your mattress every once in a while.

Airing out your mattress when it’s sunny out will also help dry out your mattress. If taking your mattress outside is too labor-intensive, you can also just leave it uncovered for a few hours with all of the windows inside your bedroom opened.

Use a dehumidifier in your bedroom.

To help control the humidity levels in your bedroom, get a few dehumidifier jars from the hardware and place a few near your mattress. Add one by your side table or under your bed to help control the humidity levels around your mattress. Using your air conditioner can also help.

Do not place damp towels or clothes on top of your mattress.

It’s extra hard to dry out mattresses during this time of year so don’t add more reasons for it to get wet.

Don’t lie on the bed without drying yourself completely after a shower.

Avoid doing this and you’ll prevent one way for your mattress to get wet.

Flip or rotate your mattress.

The rainy season is one of the best times of the year to flip or rotate your mattress, so give it a go.

Remedy accidents immediately.

Spills, bedwetting, and other accidents that can get your bed wet can also put your mattress at risk of mold and mildew. So make sure to dry them out right away. Try to take out as much of the fluid as possible by patting the area dry with a highly absorbent material like chamois or a microfiber towel. You can also sprinkle it with baking soda then let it rest for a few hours before vacuuming to ensure that it will dry up right away.

With some TLC, you can definitely keep your mattress safe from a mold infestation. Keep these tips in mind and you can be sure to keep your mattress and bedroom healthy.