Trivia about sleeping
22 Interesting Facts You Didn't Know About Sleep
1. 12% of people dream entirely in black and white
Before colour television was introduced, only 15% of people dreamt in colour. Older people dream in black and white more often than younger people, it’s all here in this study.
Related: Does Eating Cheese Before Bedtime Really Give You Nightmares?
2. Two-thirds of a cat’s life is spent asleep
This will come as no surprise to most cat owners. Every sofa is a sofa bed to them. Otherwise found on your favourite seat or computer keyboard.
3. A giraffe only needs 1.9 hours of sleep a day, whereas a brown bat needs 19.9 hours a day
Learn more about other animals and their sleep here , including ferrets, cheetahs, and sloths.
4. Humans spend 1/3 of their life sleeping
This obviously differs depending on the age of the human, but on average it’s around a third, which is quite a lot when you think about it.
Related: How Do Sleeping Patterns Affect Your Sport?
5. The record for the longest period without sleep is 11 days
This was set by a Californian student named Randy Gardner in 1964. This is definitely not recommended, however, as Randy experienced extreme sleep deprivation and others have died staying awake for too long.
6. It’s not uncommon for deaf people to use sign language in their sleep
There are many instances where people have reported their deaf partners or children using sign language in their sleep.
7. Dysania is the state of finding it hard to get out of bed in the morning
We’ve all no doubt found it tricky getting out of bed before, but those suffering from Dysania find it particularly difficult. It’s most likely to be a form of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
8. Parasomnia is a term that refers to unnatural movements during your sleep
Some people have even committed crime due to parasomnia, including sleep driving and even murder.
9. The sensation of falling when half asleep and jerking yourself awake is called ‘hypnic jerks’
No one is totally sure why hypnic jerks occur but they are deemed to be perfectly healthy. However, they may be increased by anxiety, caffeine or physical activity close to bedtime. They’re more frequent in young people and decrease as we get older.
10. It’s thought that up to 15% of the population are sleepwalkers
This is according to the National Sleep Foundation. It’s also a myth that you shouldn’t wake someone who is sleepwalking.
Related: The Ultimate Guide to Sleeping Positions for Couples [Infographic]
11. 1 in 4 married couples sleep in separate beds
Dr Sarah Brewer told us why this might actually be a good thing.
12. Sleep deprivation will kill you more quickly than food deprivation
Neither are good for you, obviously, but this article claims that sleep is actually more important than food in the short term.
13. Those born blind experience dreams involving things such as emotion, sound and smell rather than sight
This is a topic that is really quite interesting and the timing of the blindness in a person’s life may impact what that person dreams about. There’s plenty more on this here.
14. Within 5 minutes of waking up, 50% of your dream is forgotten
After an additional 5 minutes, 90% of recollection is gone. Sigmund Freud believed this was because dreams represent our repressed thoughts and so our brain wants to get rid of them quickly. However, it’s much more likely due to our brains simply being used much more as soon as we’re awake and so we forget much of what we’ve dreamed about.
15. Pain tolerance is reduced by sleep deprivation
This study suggests that cutting a person’s sleep in half dramatically reduces pain threshold although it’s not 100% clear why.
16. 41% of the British population sleep in the foetal position
This is from research done by Professor Chris Idzikowski, director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service, though five other sleeping positions have been identified: the log, yearner, starfish, soldier, and freefaller.
17. Sleep experts have discovered a direct link between people’s favourite sleeping positions and their personalities
This is also according to Professor Idzikowski, suggesting that those who sleep in the foetal position “may appear tough but are actually sensitive souls right to their core.” See what the Professor says about the other sleep positions.
18. Ideally, falling asleep at night should take you 10-15 minutes
If it takes you less than five minutes, chances are, you’re sleep deprived.
19. Humans are the only mammals that willingly delay sleep
How nice it must be to just go to sleep whenever and wherever you are!
20. Sleeping on your front can aid digestion
Hands should apparently be positioned above the pillow so you’re in a ‘freefall’ position, whilst laying on your left side can apparently help reduce heartburn.
21. High earners (£65 – £75,000) get the best sleep
This comes from a report by The Sleep Council.
I would certainly sleep better if I earned that much money!
22. Fear is said not to be the main emotion in nightmares
Instead, researchers have found that it’s most often feelings of sadness, guilt and confusion.
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88 (Surprising) Sleep Facts: Scary, Important, Interesting, Fun!
Contents
As humans we spend an average of 25 years sleeping, that’s a third of our lives.
However we’re simply not getting enough, which is why we’ve compiled the most shocking and interesting sleep facts.
Discover who sleeps the least, who sleeps the most, how to get more sleep, plus some fun facts just to make you smile.
General Sleep Facts
- Research shows that adults need at least seven hours of sleep every night to function effectively throughout the day, however a lot of Americans are getting much less.
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1. 35% of US adults get less than the recommended seven hours of sleep each night.
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This is in stark contrast to the people of the Netherlands, who sleep on average 8 hours 5 minutes per day, the best country for sleep in the developed world.[2]
It’s worth mentioning that some people can survive on much less. In fact 1% to 3% of the population are known as ‘short sleepers’ who need less than six hours a night.[3]
2. Humans are the only mammals that delay sleep.
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3. Donald Trump claims to be a ‘short sleeper’, needing less than six hours sleep a night.
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4. The average person falls asleep in seven minutes.
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5. If it takes you less than five minutes to fall asleep, it’s likely that you’re sleep deprived.
Others take much longer to fall asleep, in fact thousands of Americans suffer from a condition known as Somniphobia, which is a fear of falling asleep.
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- READ: 14 Health Benefits of Sleeping Early (Supercharge Your Life Tonight!)
6. 25% of Americans report insufficient sleep at least 15 out of every 30 days.
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7. Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder.
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8. 37 million Americans snore regularly.
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- READ: 39 Sleep Gifts: Ideas for Those in Need of a Better Night’s Slumber
Who’s Getting the Most Sleep?
Americans in general aren’t getting enough sleep, however take a closer look and you can see who seems to be getting the most sleep and who is getting the least.
1. Women sleep more than men.
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- The reason for this is women are more likely to multitask, meaning their brains work harder and therefore take longer to recover.
[5] - Despite this, it’s worth mentioning that women are significantly more likely to suffer with insomnia.[6]
Young people of high school age need 9 to 10 hours of sleep a night, this is due to the brain power they need for learning and also to fuel their changing bodies.[7]
During the teenage years the sleep-wake cycle changes, so the melatonin release that induces sleep happens later in the evening, creating a highly energetic teen in the evening and a less-than-enthusiastic person in the morning.[8]
Research does show however that they’re not getting the sleep they need.
2. Two thirds of US high school students get less than 8 hours of sleep on school nights.
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3. Female US high school students get less sleep than their male counterparts.
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Parents are another group of people not getting the sleep they need!
4. Parents of newborn babies lose 6 months worth of sleep in the first 2 years of their child’s life.
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5. Each child in a mother’s household increases her risk of getting insufficient sleep by 46%.
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6. Mothers who breastfeed and co-sleep get more sleep in a 24 hour period than those that don’t.
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- READ: 31 Proven Benefits of Yoga for Kids
7. Research shows that having a newborn baby impacts men’s sleep more than women’s.
The study followed a number of couples in the first few months of their child’s life to see how the parents’ sleep was impacted.
As many previous studies only looked at the impact on mothers, this study also focused on fathers.
Participants wore wrist trackers to see how they slept throughout the night. Though women woke more frequently in the night, men overall had less sleep.
Babies however are getting plenty of sleep, which is where the expression ‘sleep like a baby comes from’, unfortunately not always during the night.
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8. Newborn babies sleep on average 15-16 hours in a 24 hour period.
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Your career can also have an impact on how much you sleep.
9. Are you a creative person? Research shows you’ll sleep more but not as well.
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10. Shift workers who work nights lose more sleep than those who work during the day.
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11. Those who fly regularly for work could be more at risk of sleep deprivation. Flying at high altitudes leads to disturbed sleep due to the lack of oxygen.
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FUN FACT:
“Fancy a career as a ‘knocker-up’?”
Before alarm clocks were invented, factories employed people to knock on the bedroom windows of their workers with a long stick, to ensure they arrived at work on time.[9]
Importance of Sleep Facts
Everyone knows that sleep is important, however some of the facts around the importance of sleep are quite shocking.
- Mental health and wellbeing is an area that is significantly impacted by a lack of sleep.
1. 42% of Americans lose sleep due to stress or anxiety.
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2. Three quarters of those who suffer from depression also suffer from a lack of sleep.
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3. Getting less than 7 hours sleep each night can make you angry, sad and stressed.
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4. One sleepless night affects your brain in the same way as being drunk.
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5. Lack of sleep can affect your memory as sleep triggers changes in the brain that solidifies memories.
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6. Research shows a lack of sleep can cause weight gain.
Not only that, but when you’re asleep you can actually burn calories, so sleep is so important if you want to maintain a healthy weight.
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7. ‘Morning people’ are more likely to be successful in their careers.
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8. Adults who sleep for less than 7 hours a night are more likely to report suffering from asthma, cancer and diabetes.
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9. People who sleep less than 7 hours each night are 12% more likely to die prematurely.
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However too much sleep can increase your chances of an early death.[10]
Lack of sleep has also been found to have a serious impact if you’re behind the wheel, with many scary and worrying facts relating to drowsy driving.
10. More than 1,500 deaths a year in America are caused by drivers falling asleep behind the wheel.
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11. An estimated 1 in 25 drivers reported falling asleep at the wheel in the last 30 days.
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As well as a good night’s sleep, you might want to take a nap now and then! In fact napping at work has been shown to improve productivity.
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12. The perfect nap, according to NASA, lasts for 26 minutes.
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Sleep Stages Facts
- During the night we go through five different sleep stages.
The first four stages are non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, when your body starts to relax and prepare to rest.
Stages 3 and 4 of NREM are thought to be the deepest stages of sleep when your body begins to restore itself.
The 5th stage of sleep is rapid eye-movement (REM) sleep, when the brain is active and you most commonly dream.
REM sleep is thought to occur every 90 minutes during your slumber.[15]
1. You spend roughly 75% of the night in NREM sleep.
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2. When you’re in REM sleep your brain is almost as active as when you are awake.
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3. During REM sleep, chemicals in your brain paralyze your muscles to stop you acting out your dreams.
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4. Got a problem? Sleep on it! REM sleep is proven to help creative problem solving.
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5. Newborn babies spend twice as much time in REM sleep than adults do.
However the muscles of newborn babies don’t become paralyzed in the way they do for adults, as that part of the brain is not yet fully developed.
This is why babies often twitch and make sudden erratic movements in their sleep.
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Better Sleep Facts
So a lot of us aren’t getting the sleep we need, luckily there are a number of different things that can impact your sleep that you can avoid.
1. Using your phone or a tablet before bed can affect your sleep.
Any light before bed isn’t good for getting off to sleep, however the blue light emitted by technology is twice as bad!
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- Secretion of melatonin, the sleep inducing hormone, is impacted by light and by blue light in particular.
2. Drinking coffee before bed delays your internal body clock by 40 minutes.
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MYTH:
“You can catch up on your sleep.”
Research shows that though a good night’s sleep can improve daily performance, if you are chronically fatigued you’ll feel it most in the afternoon and evening as your body runs out of energy.[16]
3. People who procrastinate are more likely to have problems with sleep.
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4. Those who suffer from back pain have worse sleep.
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Luckily there are a number of different things you can try to help you improve your sleep.
5. Sleeping under a weighted blanket can improve your sleep and has even been proven to help those who suffer from insomnia and anxiety.
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6. Believing you’ve slept well, even if you haven’t, is believed to improve performance.
A 2014 study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology found that telling participants that they’d had a good night’s sleep, even if they hadn’t, made them perform better in tests.
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7. Cool your room down to between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit for the best quality sleep.
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8. Having a regular massage is shown to improve sleep.
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There are many different styles of massage that you can experiment with.
Plus you’ll find a range of massage tools on the market, including those specifically for neck and back pain. You could even treat yourself to a massage chair!
- READ: Discover The Best Back Massager for Pain Relief in 2022
9. Regular physical exercise can help you sleep better.
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11. Yoga is proven to help you improve sleep.
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Yoga Nidra is a technique that invites you, usually at the end of your yoga routine, to relax every part of your body and cool it down to encourage a deep and relaxing sleep.
It’s no wonder yoga is growing in popularity.
In fact, there are a number of poses proven to help you fall asleep faster — could be worth a try!
- READ: 8 of the Best Yoga Poses for Sleep: Nod off Faster and Wake up Fresher
12. Meditation has been shown to improve sleep.
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- Researchers at Harvard University found that mindfulness meditation provoked a relaxation response in participants leading to better sleep.[17]
Like yoga, meditation is becoming a popular practice.
Not surprising when you consider just how many health benefits it offers for both body and mind.
13. Wearing a sleep mask can improve your sleep quality.
There’s even evidence that shutting out the light at night can help you fall asleep quicker, reduce symptoms of depression and improve your skin.
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14. Almonds are the perfect bedtime snack as they contain sleep-inducing nutrients.
Bananas, cherries and kiwis are other foods that can help you sleep.
Be sure to avoid chocolate, broccoli and steak before bed, as they can have the opposite effect!
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- READ: 28 Meditation Statistics: How Many People Meditate?
Sleeping Position Facts
Americans certainly have favourite positions when it comes to sleep, however certain positions have shown to be better for your overall health.
1. 47% of Americans sleep in the foetal position.
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2. Women are more likely to sleep in the foetal position.
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3. The log position is the least popular sleep position. Which is sleeping on your side with both arms down.
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4. Gen Xers and Millennials are more likely to sleep in Freefall position (arms and legs outstretched).
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Andrew Bang of the Cleveland Clinic reported that “the body likes variety” when it comes to sleep, so will commonly move from one position to another.
However if you’re wondering which sleep position is healthiest, the consensus seems to be that on your back is best for your overall health.
- READ: 8 Sleep Mask Benefits: Black It All out Tonight for Blissfully Deep Slumber
5. Sleeping on your back is the best position for your health as it allows your back, neck and spine to rest in a neutral position.
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- During pregnancy women are advised to sleep on their side rather than on their back, as the latest research shows that the risk of stillbirth is doubled if a pregnant women sleeps on her back in the third trimester.[19]
6. If all pregnant women in the UK slept on their side in the third trimester, around 130 babies’ lives would be saved each year.
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Sleep Talking Facts
Ever been woken by your partner or child chattering in their sleep?
Discover more about this strange sleep phenomena with our sleep talking facts:
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66% of people have experienced episodes of sleep talking. Despite this high number, it’s not thought to be something that occurs frequently, even with the chattiest sleepers!
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2. Men and children are more likely to be sleep talkers.
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3. Sleep talkers normally speak for no more than 30 seconds per episode.
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4. If your parents talk in their sleep, you might too, as experts believe there is a genetic link.
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- READ: 50 Sleep Affirmations for a Great Night’s Rest
Sleep Apnea Facts
Sleep apnea, when your breathing stops and starts as you sleep, is a common sleep problem.
Learn more about the scale of the condition by reading our sleep apnea facts:
1. 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea.
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2. Experts predict 80% of those with sleep apnea are undiagnosed.
That’s because symptoms of the condition are not always visibly problematic, so many people tend to ignore them.
However if left untreated it can lead to a number of health problems including heart failure, diabetes and hypertension.
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3. 38,000 people in the US die each year from heart disease with sleep apnea as a complicating factor.
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4. Men are twice as likely to suffer from sleep apnea as women.
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- READ: Do Acupressure Mats Work for Sleep?
Sleep Paralysis Facts
Sleep paralysis can be scary for those suffering — facts about the condition can be pretty scary too.
Read on to find out more…
1. Four in every 10 people may experience sleep paralysis at some time.
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2. The average age sleep paralysis first occurs is between 14 and 17 years old.
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- READ: 9 of the Best Sleep Instagram Accounts and Influencers
Dream Facts
Of course one of the other benefits of sleep are dreams, well if they are good ones!
There are a number of scientific facts about dreams and how they can be impacted by a range of different health conditions.
1. When suffering from depression you dream up to 3 to 4 times more than you normally would.
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Vivid dreams or nightmares can also be an early warning sign of a number of different conditions including heart problems and migraines.[21]
2. Violent dreams can be the sign of a brain disorder including dementia.
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3. Women are found to have more nightmares than men and also have more emotional dreams.
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Sleep World Records
There are some incredible sleep records that just have to be seen to be believed.
1. Think you’re sleep deprived? The record for the longest period without sleep is 11 days.
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- There is currently no record for the person sleeping for the longest length of time, as it’s too difficult to prove.
Also there are a number of conditions that can cause people to sleep for long lengths of time such as when people are in a coma and Kleine-Levin Syndrome, so it would be hard to determine.
Fun Sleep Facts
There are so many fun and completely cool and random facts about sleep too!
1. Dutch researchers found that sleeping with your socks on can increase your ability to reach an orgasm.
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2. One in three adults sleep naked.
Sleeping naked is actually great for your health.
It can prevent diseases, reduce stress and even boost your self-esteem!
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- READ: 12 Health Benefits of Sleeping Naked: Ditch Your Bedclothes (Tonight)
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MYTH:
“Eating cheese gives you nightmares.”
There is no scientific proof that backs up the idea that cheese gives you nightmares. However some research does show that different types of cheese can give you different types of dreams.[25]
That’s right it’s impossible to sneeze when sleeping as we don’t breath in enough air to stimulate a sneeze.[26]
4. 40% of Americans always sleep on the same side of the bed.
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5. Trees go to sleep at night by relaxing their branches and perk them up in the morning.
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- READ: 53 Sleep Statistics: What Percentage of the Population Is Sleep Deprived?
6. Relaxing classical music has been proven to help you fall to sleep.
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Some sleep facts are a bit worrying…
7. In a recent study, 50% of UK pilots surveyed admitted to having fallen asleep while flying a passenger plane.
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8. There are more car accidents on the Monday after the spring DST clock change, due to sleep deprivation.
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9. Sleeping next to someone you love can help you fall asleep faster.
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10. Reciting an affirmation before bed relieves stress and puts you in a better headspace for sleep.
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- READ: 50 Sleep Affirmations for a Great Night’s Rest
Fun Animal Sleep Facts
We might not be getting as much sleep as we should, however our friends in the animal world are doing much better.
Koalas can sleep 18-20 hours every day[29] and cats sleep for 70% of their lives[30], however snails are one of the sleepiest animals.
1. Snails can sleep for three years.
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2. Giraffes can get by on an average of 30 minutes of sleep a night.
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Scary Facts about Sleep
We’ve all fallen into a deep sleep where we wake up dazed and confused — but what else is happening as you rest?
Prepare yourself for some scary facts about sleep:
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‘Homicidal somnambulism’ is when a murder is committed while sleepwalking. It has been used as a successful defense in a number of cases. Source Click to Tweet
2. Some people report experiencing ‘precognitive dreams’ which include knowledge of the future.
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3. Exploding head syndrome (EHS) is a sleep disorder where you hear an explosive crashing sound in your head that isn’t real.
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5. Though essential for our health, scientists don’t actually know for sure why we sleep.
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Now you know everything you need to about the importance of sleep, it’s time to start learning how you can get more.
Read here about the 23 things that are scientifically proven to help you sleep better tonight!
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Why dream of a trifle, a lot of coins, count small money. I dreamed of giving a change or holding it in my hands. Interpretation of the dream book Enigma.
It would seem that a trifle seen in a dream cannot portend anything grandiose! Such a small-sized object does not inspire fear and does not force you to study dream books in search of explanations.
But don't let the tiny size of the image fool you ☝️. After all, interpretations of such a dream are very weighty !
General interpretation of dream
The meaning of such a dream often concerns money matters. And, as a rule, it symbolizes frugality, foresight and good financial sense of dreamers. A trifle can predict profitable purchases, profitable investments, or material well-being in general.
However, in some cases, such a vision prophesies physical pleasures and extreme bliss! Dream Interpretations mean rest, sexual pleasure, or even satisfaction from delicious food by this interpretation.
You can also see small money in a dream for insignificant events preceding big changes ! Or to modest ideas that eventually grow into grandiose plans 😀! Sometimes a dream image promises the sleeping man to courageously fight obstacles before a major victory.
I propose to consider all options for the development of such a dream in order to find out what it means exactly in your case !
Dreamed of a lot of little things or one coin?
A scattering of coins predicts endless entertainment and an easy attitude to life.
Your life will be arranged in such a way that you do not have to worry about anything. Another vision means not being tied to a place. You will travel a lot and feel comfortable and free anywhere in the world.
If dreams of one coin , then the appearance of a person is close, who will become the center of the universe for the sleeping person. The interpretation can mean both a meeting with the love of a lifetime ❤️, and the birth of a child.
Someone else's or your own small money in a dream
To admire one's own money dreams of being proud of one's family or a particular relative. Often a dream visits people who are destined to admire the success of their children or spouses. You really will have something to brag to your neighbors and friends.
To see other people's small money means to think about your career future in reality. Some event will lead the dreamer to the idea of the need for self-development or study.
It is possible that a familiar person will push you to change.
If you dream that you are given change
To receive from someone a lot of little things is a sign of sympathy from a person who is higher in status than the sleeper. You can expect indulgences from your boss or generous actions from a wealthy comrade. Remember that the favor shown to you is far from a handout, but well deserved 😊.
If in a dream someone hands you a coin , pack your bags for the trip. Soon you will receive exciting news that will force you to postpone business and hit the road. However, the circumstances will not be as urgent as it seemed.
In a dream, did you hold an iron trifle in your hands?
I dreamed that you were holding an iron coin in your hand - it means that you are at the head of the family. Relatives place material hopes on you, fully trusting your financial literacy. And they will be right! The vision promises reliable prosperity that satisfies the dreamer himself and his relatives.
The dream in which the sleeper held in his hands a lot of little things symbolizes his kindness and generosity. Having funds, in reality you are ready to help every first person you meet! But don't throw them around so thoughtlessly 🤨.
Why dream of finding change?
Such a pleasant find can prophesy pleasures received free of charge . Perhaps the dreamer will be able to walk on a grand scale at someone else's expense. Or suddenly become the owner of an amount that can be disposed of without a twinge of conscience.
If sleeping found lost money before, the image promises a meeting with an old acquaintance. For some reason, communication with this person was previously interrupted. All this time you terribly lacked communication with him - now there is a chance to catch up!
Treat change in pocket
If in a dream you found in your pocket a couple of coins , then you are passionate about a person of the opposite sex! By paying more attention, you will soon begin to notice the signs of attention given to them.
Some of his bright dignity will make you believe that he is quite a worthy party 😍.
To have a lot of small money in your pocket is a sign of a poor life, without frills. But fate will reward the sleeper in other areas - health or marriage. And such gifts are much more important than an impressive bank account.
What does it mean to pay with change in a dream?
If the sleeper happened to pay off for a large purchase , in reality he will be confused. Some promising professional offer will be the reason for serious reflections. But, having accepted it, you will have to make impressive changes in your usual life.
And paying for a small purchase of means meeting a person with the same problems as you. Common difficulties will unite you - after all, looking for a way out of the situation together is much more fun 😄!
Did you give change to another person?
The dream in which you gave small money to a specific person promises a pleasant and fruitful communication with her.
It can be some material issues or just a desire to get close and make friends. Perhaps you have to compliment the dreaming person.
Giving people coins in a dream means worrying a lot about your own reputation. It will not be under threat, but you will begin to strengthen it in every possible way. And to do things that are pleasing to society.
What does it mean to give change to a woman?
To share a trifle with a familiar woman means to have common intimate secrets. She will allow the sleeper to look behind the screen of her personal life. Or vice versa, the sleeper will see in this person an interlocutor who can be trusted with the most delicate topics 🤫.
If you gave change to a stranger , your creative or professional path will be thorny. You will have to work hard, sometimes dealing with mercantile, greedy people. However, faith in one's own strength and talent will help to break into the upper strata of society!
Why dream of giving change to a man?
Handing small money to a familiar man dreams of support from him.
A dreaming person can offer you both physical and psychological help. For example, to carry a heavy suitcase or to listen in a friendly way and give wise advice!
If in a dream you shared a trifle with a stranger , this is a sign of easy flirting. The image promises the sleeping person to be in high spirits and flirt with others. But keep in mind that your impassioned hints can be taken seriously 😜!
Did you give change to a child in a dream?
If someone else's child appeared in a dream , then the dreamer's family life will undergo changes. You can get a new relative, get a pet or change your place of residence. As a rule, we are talking about positive changes, although they will bring trouble.
And handing over a trifle to your own child means, in reality, reprimanding him for a minor offense. Or conduct a preventive educational conversation, giving instructions regarding the behavior of the offspring.
Scattered change or saw scattered?
To notice a trifle scattered means to be blinded by a beautiful sight. The dreamer can be fascinated by both the picturesque panorama and the appearance of another person. However, it turns out that what you see only from the outside looks so amazing 😒.
If you yourself throw small money , the vision prophesies success in construction and agricultural activities. For those who think about repair work, a dream will bring good decisions. And for those who are engaged in gardening, a chic harvest is provided!
What does it mean to get change in change?
If a couple of coins were given to the sleeping as change, a good deed once done will return to him like a boomerang. Or the person you once supported will persistently offer to repay your cordiality. Do not be ashamed to take a reward for what you have done!
A get a lot of little things for change dreams of being popular with the opposite sex.
For a woman, this is a harbinger of many not poor gentlemen presenting expensive presents. And for a man, it is a sign that girls are pleased with his appearance, and nothing needs to be changed in it 😎.
If the sleeping person sees that around him everything is strewn with coins - in reality his soulmate will honor him. In this case, a lot of little things are a symbol of a harmonious marriage, where your opinion is respected.
Chest or bag of change in a dream
Dreamed chest with small money symbolizes influential friends. Surrounded by the sleeping person, people will appear whose friendship is worth cherishing. Although at first you will treat them with a share of skepticism, considering them upstarts and majors.
If dreamed of a whole bag of trifles , in reality they check you for sincerity. Perhaps a loved one wants to know if he has a reason for jealousy. Or the boss is watching you with both eyes to make sure you are honest 🧐.
What does a handful of change promise?
To rake it in a pile means to have irrepressible energy and a thirst for adventure! Such a dream suggests that a person is full of crazy ideas and knows how to infect others with them. The image will bring good luck in any extravagant undertaking, if you decide to share it with your neighbors.
And the sleeper, who carried small change in a handful , the dream prophesies to demonstrate his abilities. No need to be modest, feel free to praise yourself if you have something to be proud of! Now is not the time to belittle your talents.
Why dream of taking change?
If the dreamer took coins from any surface , he is really destined to appropriate someone else's or nobody's thing. But punishment will not follow, and the item taken will bring pleasant emotions 😌.
Take change from wallet means in reality to please someone with expensive offerings.
You will do this for your future well-being.
And a dream in which you happened to take a change from another person prophesies a request that you cannot refuse.
Miller's dream book opinion
Most often, a dream means an energy force of the kind. Favorable images about a trifle can be regarded as good health, inherited. It also means that your family tree will never end. And the offspring will be strong and resistant to life's difficulties.
If dreamed of a negative story that left a bad aftertaste, money can ruin your good character. Treat material goods as a means of survival, not as a luxury 🤨.
Version of Vanga's dream book
For childless dreamers a dream about a trifle promises a big family. Those who are being treated for infertility should also discard worries. Your hopes will come true with interest, because such an image can symbolize having many children.
If the sleeping has children , the vision promises them to grow up as noble people who honor their parents. The more beautiful and shiny the coins were, the more talented and brighter your offspring will be. All your life you will experience pride for them, and disappointment - never.
Interpretation of the Islamic dream book
Having dreamed of a man in love , the image hints at excessive enthusiasm. Bursts of hormones do not allow the sleeper to see obvious shortcomings in his chosen one. In the future, they can become an unpleasant surprise, so try to be objective 😉!
If a trifle appeared to a widower or a divorced dreamer, then he is waking self-sufficient and happy. You don't have to look for a soul mate! On the contrary, prospective partners simply have to line up in front of a gift like you!
Prediction of Freud's dream book
Usually a trifle predicts sexual pleasure without any obligations to a partner.
The dream may mean casual sexual intercourse or just an unimportant flirtation. However, even such a short relationship will remain in the memory of a bright, memorable event.
But in some cases, small money can predict a profitable offer , which should not be immediately rejected. At first it will seem offensive, however, after thinking, the sleeper will find an obvious benefit for himself 🙂.
What do folk dream books say?
And now let's take a look at the opinion of the popular interpreters of the peoples of the world about the little things. Here is what some of them predict:
- Russian - learn about envious neighbors or employees;
- Ukrainian - the expected future will be even better;
- French - change some detail in your appearance;
- Gypsy - acquaintances with extraordinary people are expected;
- English - a long-lost valuable item will be discovered;
- American - you will be offered small earnings.
If you dream of a big little thing
Large coins symbolize the period when you need to take care of yourself only. You have sacrificed yourself for the sake of others for too long. Now it's time to be a little selfish. Allow yourself an expensive purchase or a trip without listening to other people's reproaches 😋.
Large change at face value promises the beginning of a new relationship - friendly or romantic. A dream personifies interest in a stranger, passion, a desire to get closer and find out more information about him.
If a girl or a guy counted a trifle in a dream
When a girl dreams that she considers a trifle, the dream symbolizes her difficult character and pride. Often a vision appears to ladies who are in search of an ideal life partner. And he advises to be less demanding to the representatives of the stronger sex!
If a guy had to count small money in a dream, then he is a pet in a sorority! At what it is necessary to give this image not only a romantic meaning.
The dreamer is adored by his mother, sister, boss, neighbor and other women around him 😁.
Interpretation of sleep for women of different ages
A young dreamer small money will bring a pleasant, relaxing pastime with friends. Perhaps in the near future she will have to go shopping or meet friends for a glass of wine. And happy to discuss the latest gossip!
For a mature woman , the image prophesies successful changes in the bosom of the family. Sleeping herself, her spouse or children can successfully change jobs. Or get a lucrative real estate deal. The dream symbolizes financial well-being and contentment with one's life.
Transcript for married and unmarried women
If dreams of a married dreamer , this is a sign that her husband is quite a prominent man. It is possible that surrounded by the sleeping woman there are envious friends discussing her luck in her personal life. But it’s worth giving your spouse his due - he has never looked to the left in his life together 😊!
For unmarried dreamer small money means tempting professional prospects. With little effort, you can build a mind-blowing career, as well as take a leadership position. However, unexpected love can prevent this!
If a man or boy has a dream
For young guy a trifle means an annoying factor. The dreamer is haunted by other people's laurels, but so far he has not been able to repeat such professional success himself. If a young man dreamed of a lot of little things, in business he should expect significant help from friends.
If the image appeared to an adult man , in reality he is destined to arrange a walk in a big way. And treat the invited guests with gourmet dishes, not counting the money spent. The reason for the holiday will be loud and solemn 🥳!
Why dream of throwing change into the water?
If the dreamer threw it into open water , then he will have an inexpensive journey. Perhaps in their own country or neighborhoods of their city. However, even such an insignificant trip will bring a lot of interesting acquaintances and inspiration!
And throwing a change into the fountain means that in reality you are waiting for some grandiose changes.
The long-awaited event will happen, but you will have to be patient. It will take a lot of time to achieve what you want.
To receive in a dream a salary in small money is actually a great sign! The boss treats the sleeping person warmly, as if he were his own child. And he will never give bad advice on work 🙂.
What does it mean to give change to a beggar in a dream?
If the sleeper threw one coin to the beggar , the dream portends something fickle. You may enter into a short-lived relationship. Or go to a temporary job, realizing the transience of your act. But this decision will play a huge role in your life and bring a tremendous experience.
And giving to a beggar a lot of coins can be tempted by a beautiful thing, person or money. The sleeper will experience sexual lust or want to possess some kind of object. It is possible that you will be tempted by an easy way to earn extra money!
Small change on the ground or on the road
To see her on the ground or grass dreams of being in a luxurious environment.
You will be invited to a wealthy house or a chic restaurant. And the wealth you see will make an indelible impression on you 😳.
If a trifle was lying on the road , at a great distance from the dreamer there is a person who has passionate feelings for him! However, the sleeper himself is either indifferent to this person, or feels negative. Although it may be that you simply do not suspect about your fan.
What does the dirty change symbolize?
The image of one soiled coin promises gossip that the dreamer did not deserve. Do not be afraid to be vilified in front of society. After all, your positive reputation is known to many. And no one will believe false rumors. And the person who distributes them will be disgraced.
If you dreamed a lot of dirty little things , in reality be attentive to other people's words. In a dialogue with someone, you will accidentally hear important information that may be useful to you.
But it will be so veiled that you will have to turn on your ingenuity to decipher it 🤔.
Polished, shiny change in a dream
To see one coin polished means to receive a pleasant offering. It can mean a real gift, moral support, or even a beautiful compliment. However, in this regard, the sleeper will be in a great mood!
If dreams of a lot of brilliant small money , the image speaks of a fear of going broke, losing honestly earned money. You pay too much attention to such fears, trying to foresee trouble in advance. But nothing bad is destined for you!
What do foreign coins promise?
Familiar small money from another state promises the sleeper to become the most successful among colleagues. And, thanks to his diligence and creativity, to receive cash bonuses from the management. Foreign business trips or communication with foreign partners are not excluded 🤓.
If coins were unfamiliar , in the place where you now live, you will not stay long. You are destined to live in a different area, perhaps even in another city. But the transition won't happen soon.
Did you save change or saw it in the piggy bank?
If the dreamer saved small money , this is a sign of financial wisdom in reality. Your current thoughts about real savings and ways to save are correct. At this rate, you will soon become a wealthy man! The main thing is not to listen to relatives climbing with advice.
Coins lying in the piggy bank warn that there will be a chance to significantly increase your income. But you need to use it quickly, without thinking about the risks. Otherwise, you will bite your elbows out of frustration for a long time ☝️.
Interpretation of sleep by day of the week
The appearance of an image at a specific time is far from an accident, but another clue ! This is what the dream prophesies these days:
- Monday - praised at work for no obvious reason;
- Tuesday - a loved one will say a lot of nice words;
- Wednesday - you will need to be more careful with money;
- Thursday - will have to take the first step towards reconciliation;
- Friday - bad advisers will appear nearby;
- Saturday - do not be greedy, share the profits fairly;
- Sunday - you will be admired.
Why give someone small money?
If the dreamer gave someone one coin , love sympathy awaits him. Feelings do not necessarily develop into serious ones, but romantic evenings are guaranteed for you! The chosen one will touch the most tender strings of your soul with tenderness and attention 😘.
And the dreamer who gave someone a lot of small money , the image promises to share your knowledge. Interpretation may mean working moments when it is necessary to help a less experienced colleague. Or talk about high things with your children.
Output
Now you are aware that even small money can become harbingers of positive changes in reality . And it cannot be ruled out that the dreamed coins will bring profit in a larger equivalent 🤑! But let a trifle visit you only in a dream, and reality pleases you with exceptionally large bills!
👉 Dreams come true by day of the week.
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Felomen's dream book
Dream Interpretation Felomena interprets a trifle as changes in real life.
A dream has different meanings depending on the type of coins. Silver coins portend anxiety and sadness, copper ones promise a long-awaited profit.
What did you do with change in your sleep?
Who gave you change in a dream?
How much change did you see in your dream?
Where was the change in the dream?
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What did you do with the little things in your sleep?
Collect change ▶
Count change in a dream ▼
A dream about counting change characterizes the sleeper as a connoisseur of every penny. This is a reminder of the basic rule - money loves an account, as well as those who know how to count it. Financial luck is on your side, the work begun during this period will be completed successfully.
Give change ▶
Who gave you change in your dream?
Dreaming that a dead person gives change▼
Dreaming that you receive change from a dead person - a dream warns you against committing rash acts.
It is possible that the business offered to you is not only unprofitable, but may be dangerous. Get rid of it at the first opportunity.
Finding a change in a dream▼
Finding a change in a dream is not a good sign. In reality, a dream portends some losses, and it can be not only about finances and material wealth, moral values \u200b\u200bcan also suffer.
How much change did you see in your dream?
I dreamed of a lot of little things▼
A dream about a lot of little things portends sadness. Scattered coins are associated with tears. The more coins, the more effort you will have to make to generate income. Be careful in spending money, you should not let everything go for entertainment.
Where was the change in the dream?
Dreaming of small things in hands▼
The dream book defines small things in hands as small troubles that can bring a lot of trouble. If in a dream you hold a handful of small coins in your hands, a period of hopelessness and poverty is possible in your life.
How do other dream books interpret?
Oracle Dream Book▶
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Theme of sleep: Money
Tatyana Miller
AUTHOR OF THE DREAM BOOK
The ability to interpret dreams is a valuable gift, because sometimes it is in a dream that consciousness gives us the deepest and most important clues.
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