SLEEPING ON THE JOB

A friend asked me to look up sleeping and how you sleep, does it affect your personality? What kind of person would I be, if I had good sleeps? Perhaps energetic, like I used to be? As for sure, my sleeping has got worse over the years, though, I have never had more than a couple of hours sleep uninterrupted? And that was when I was under the influence of anaesthetic? Ha.

There is not much online that tells of anything to do with personality, like I was hoping for, it’s more in general. Here goes, see what you think.

Side sleep positions, are quite diverse  and subsequently  are identified with   several different traits

Log sleepers, characterized by side sleeping with both arms and legs straight down, are said to be social, easy-going, and trusting to the point of gullibility.

Yearners sleep on their side with both arms stretched out, and show open-mindedness, but cynicism, stubbornness, and suspicion as well.

A side sleeper with slightly bent knees and both arms near the head indicates the Semi-Fetal position. This is said to show a conciliatory, non-threatening person capable of compromise, and is also designated the optimal position by sleep experts.

The Fetal Sleeper

Usually when people reference the fetal position, it is in regards to seeking comfort and security. Research indicated the Fetus position as the most common, especially among women.

Fetal sleepers rest on their sides, with their knees curled up and head bent forward. This type is often identified with people who are sensitive and empathetic. Fetal sleepers put up a tough exterior and may appear shy, but inside are and warm, also, sensitive, highly emotional, intense and artistic.

 That’s me?

The Stomach Sleeper

There seems to be much debate about the qualities of stomach sleepers, though stubbornness persists. Some identify stomach sleepers as excellent problem solvers. Others, as narrow-minded and self-centered.
The Freefall position embodies a stomach sleeper who sleeps with their arms up by their pillow or head. This personality is said to be outgoing, but brash and uncomfortable with criticism. This has been referred to this as the Prone position, and ascribes to it compulsiveness and stubbornness, but also persistence.

Early Bird vs Night Owl

Our sleep positions aren’t the only habit thought to reflect personality traits. Some researchers believe that our ‘internal clocks’ and preference for the morning or evening may hold relevance. Commonly referred to as “early birds” or “night owls”, many people show a distinct preference for either sleeping early or late. Research has also shown that these tendencies affect mental and physical performance peaks as well.

Research shows, that 50% of our sleep pattern, is genetic. The other 50%, is what or how we sleep, for example on what mattress, in what room/environment too.  Children and elderly people are usually early birds and Teens and people between say, 20 and 60, are night owls. So I guess when I want to go to bed early, like last night funny enough, and get up early, not like this morning? I will know that is a sign I’m getting old?

Early birds, Sleep and wake early, falling in well with Western ways and business hours. Experience the greatest productivity and score higher on intelligence tests in the morning. Personality-wise, they tend to be less outgoing and social, and possibly more prone to depression. Other studies have identified early birds as more dependable and as scoring higher on conscientiousness than late risers.

Traits of Night Owls

Sleeping late and rising late, it is often difficult for evening people to fall asleep “early” and rise to alarms.
Experience their peak productivity and creativity in the afternoon or night. Said to be more extroverted and adventurous, though with poor morning moods. Links between intelligence and evening preference have also surfaced in studies. One study revealed nocturnal people possess better recall and fewer recognition errors on intelligence tests.

But, they may also be predisposed toward neuroticism, addiction, eating disorders, and depression.

Long Sleepers tend to slumber for extended periods of time. Because of this, they are prone to isolation and depression and should strive to maintain social and familial contacts.

Requirement-based Sleepers sleep the minimum amount needed to function and find that cannot stay in bed for very long. This is due to their active, self-critical nature which can lead to anxiety and increased blood pressure.
Serene Sleepers enjoy normal, peaceful sleep. Their personalities exude calmness and gratefulness, and they are more productive rested during the day.

Agitated Sleepers find relaxation difficult and are prone to sleep problems. Their self-critical, perfectionist nature leads them to fixate on work, thoughts, and other anxieties rather than sleep.

In assessing your sleep personality, it is important to keep in mind the nature of sleep studies. its history and the inherently individual nature of personality. If you find you sleep comfortably and sufficiently, then your habits work for you. Some tips to improve sleep, regardless of your personality include comfortable bedding, sticking to a routine that works for you, reducing caffeine, getting sufficient exercise, keeping light to a minimum, and focusing on positive, relaxing thoughts before bed time.

As I have said before, blind people oftern have problems with sleep, as their natural body clock, cannot tell light and dark, I guess this is one of the reasons blind people also suffer greatly with depression? As lack of sleep, is significantly linked with poor sleep!

So I guess  the question is, what can blind people do about a good sleep?

Probably

1 is happy? (How?)

2 Have a comfortable bed

3 a peaceful place to sleep, i.e, quiet.

4 knowing the next day, they are not going to face the day to day challenges, which blind people normally suffer. The rest is as sighted people. No caffeine before bed and keep to a pattern. I know in my life, this is not possible as most times I wait for my Husband to let me know he is safe in whatever part of the world he is in.

It’s funny when people ask if we blind people see in our dreams. Well the optic nerve has nothing to do with what we see in our dreams. It’s our brain which tells us what to see.

Healthy, Lively Larks

You are the model citizen of sleep. As a Healthy, Lively Lark, you are someone who is not likely to be affected by sleep problems. You almost always get the sleep you need and you almost never feel tired or fatigued. You are younger than the other groups, often married or partnered and working full time. You consider yourself a morning person who is not diagnosed with a medical condition.
So, Nighty night. xx