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All of our lives we’ve been told that getting eight hours of sleep each night is important to our overall health. It lists right up there with food, shelter, and water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proper rest is a vital part of our daily lives, and is important to our body because it helps to repair cellular damage. And since it’s not always easy to get a full eight hours of sleep, when we are able to, we feel a sense of accomplishment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, what about sleeping direction? Does sleep direction matter? According to science, and other cultural beliefs, sleep direction do matter. If we’re not choosing the best direction to sleep in, regardless of how many hours we put in, we may not be getting a good night’s sleep.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you’ve been going to bed at a decent hour, getting close to the full recommended hours of sleep, have a good mattress and pillows, and still spend a good part of the night tossing and turning; the direction that your head is pointing could be playing a role in your poor quality of sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Sleep and Why Direction Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, and it prompts our subconscious to begin repairing our damaged bodies. Depriving our bodies of this much-needed rest, even if we don’t feel tired, can compromise our health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The effects of sleep deprivation can include making poor choices, being susceptible for severe falls, and even car accidents. Sleeping in the right position can lead to a more comfortable sleep, which can lead to better overall health. We’ll explore sleep directions and look at some things to avoid when placing our beds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scientists and religious cultures (Indian Ayurvedic tradition; Chinese Feng Shui system) have all weighed in on the best sleep direction. The results have not varied much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian culture believes that our sleep direction determines the kind of energy that comes into our lives.<\/a> The Chinese Feng Shui system emphasizes the importance of being aware of the direction of our bedroom furniture, as well as the location of the room.<\/a> The direction plays a big part on the quality of sleep, and how the positive energy flows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

East Sleeping Direction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to science and other cultures<\/a>, this is the best direction for your head to be in when sleeping. Sleeping from this direction increases our concentration, improves memory, attracts positivity in our life, and improves health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is an ideal sleeping direction for students and teachers. There has also been evidence that people who sleep in this direction have shorter rapid eye movement (REM) sleep cycles as well as eye movements. This means you’re less likely to have sleep disruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Sleeping Direction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the one position that science and other cultures recommend avoiding. This position is considered harmful, and can lead to disruptive sleep caused by disconcerting dreams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earth has a magnetic pole, which stretches from north to south (with the positive at the north and the negative at the south). As humans, we have an innate magnetic compass, with the negative pole at the feet and the positive pole at the head. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the two positive poles are on the same side, scientists believe they will repel each other, which will make for a disturbing night’s sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Sleeping Direction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is also a favorable position to lay in when sleeping. Referring back to the earth’s magnetic pole, a mutual attraction (head positive, south negative) creates harmony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This in turn draws energy into the body. Sleeping in this direction increases happiness, wealth, and prosperity, and most importantly, promotes health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

West Sleeping Direction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Scholars seem to have mixed feelings on sleeping in the west direction. Some believe it’s also ideal, especially for those who are driven by success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Others believe it’s a neutral position. Still, others believe it promotes unsettling dreams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things To Avoid When Placing Your Bed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The direction we sleep in ultimately plays a role in our quality of sleep. In order to be laying in the right direction, the placement of our bed is equally important. Here are some things to avoid when placing your bedroom furniture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n