All day long, you’ve been dreaming of being back in bed. Yet when you’re in bed, all you seem is to toss and turn. Much to your horror, you just can’t seem to get more sleep!
Insomnia happens to one in three people worldwide. This lack of sleep can get dangerous, with links to increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Worst still, thinking about how to sleep better keeps you up even more. It’s a vicious catch-22.
You may just need the IKEA Kama Sutra to help you sleep better. While it’s name suggests otherwise, the IKEA Kama Sutra is actually an illustrated online catalog which includes 20 different bedroom furniture “positions” that include layout suggestions, design ideas, and product recommendations.
With the help of the bedroom “positions” in the IKEA Kama Sutra, here are 6 ways to get better sleep:
1) The Chandelier: Watch out for that lighting
This almost goes without saying, but lighting is very important when trying to get good quality to sleep.
Complete darkness is what you need during sleep time, but did you know that this also extends to before bedtime? If you expose yourself to harsh lighting – such as computer, phone, or tablet screens – before sleep, you are going to mentally stimulate yourself into staying awake longer.
You want lighting that is soft and gentle, one almost caresses you into sleep. Add the gorgeous APPELVIKEN chandelier into your bedroom and romance yourself into bed instead with soft LED lights.
2) The Seated Desire: The bedroom is for sleep and relaxation
Even if you stay in a very small space, it’s important to divide the room for different purposes.
Remember: the bed should be a place where you sleep and relax only. Don’t work in bed, surf the Internet in it, or even watch television in it, no matter how tempting that will seem.
If you must, add the LANDSKRONA sofa to the edge of your bed. You can surf the Internet there, while still keeping your bed a safe haven for sleep.
By doing this, you will be giving your brain a signal that getting in bed means going to sleep, and nothing else. Your brain will then signal the rest of your body to get ready to rest once you dive into the loving arms of your bed.
3) The Doggy Style: A comfortable routine is key
Pencil your bedtime into your schedule and stick to it daily. Have it for your four-legged friends too, if you have any.
Humans and animals are creatures of routine. By sleeping at the same time daily, your entire mindset and body will come to recognise that time as bedtime. This is also the same for your pets.
Having a regular sleep time is also great for you to understand when to put the digital screens away. Give your pets the LURVIG Pet Cushion to rest comfortably. Get the KRAGSTA Coffee Table near your bed to put away all your digital toys before hopping into bed at your designated time.
4) The Secret Treasure: Eat light at night
Food can be a universal love.
However, the only thing you want to be weighed down by on your bed is the descend of sleep, or maybe your partner’s loving embrace.
Don’t let a heavy belly make you feel sick, or keep you awake when you’re trying to get some shut-eye.
If you must eat in bed, try it in the morning instead.
5) The Swedish Chair: Keep out the noise
Nothing can be more annoying than to be woken up by a loud noise or having to try to sleep when your neighbours are arguing loudly.
Turn off your digital devices, get a white-noise maker or ear plugs, and go to sleep in absolute silence.
In fact, create a hushed Scandinavian-style escape in your bedroom to unplug from everything else. Why not get the aesthetically beautiful KAUSTBY Chair to place next to your bed, and use it as either seating space or nightstand?
6) The Beautiful Behind: Organise the clutter
Did you know messy bedrooms can affect the quality of your sleep? Well, now you do.
The state of your bedroom can lead to increased anxiety, which then affects your sleep. Get the customizable ALGOT Shelving Unit to organise the items in your bedroom, and you will be able to sleep with peace of mind knowing that you have got your literal stuff sorted.
The Other ‘Positions’
The Lotus Flower: Inspired by northern forests, this bedroom position will help you reconnect with nature.
The Widely Open: A bedroom that shows you everything it has at once while keeping a trendy Scandinavian look. The Elvarli Open Wardrobe is a great addition to this bedroom.
The Climber: Need more space to navigate? The SVARTA Loft Bed gives you all the space you need while still maintaining a great sense of style.
The Glowing Boudoir: We all want to wake up with that morning glow, and this bedroom position helps us achieve that with the ORTOFTA Chandelier.
The Tiger Bridge: Bring some exotic holiday vibes into your bedroom with this position – get the the FREDON Hammock and rock your worries away.
The Frequent Stacker: Flexibility is hot, and the UTAKER Stackable Bed knows it. It can be stacked or placed side-by-side, depending on your needs of the day.
The Twins Temple: Storage is sexy, and two PAX wardrobes to hold your goods is just right to place into your bedroom to keep things tidied up.
The Bohemian Tent: A canopy can add a flirty flair to a bedroom. The BOMULL Fabric can lend you a hand with that.
The Busy Hands: Multi-taskers will love this bedroom position. The BRIMNES Daybed Frame is both a great sleep companion and a storage wonder, comfortably supporting you no matter what you choose to do.
The Double Sided: Need to share your room? Don’t sacrifice your style with this bedroom position that blends unique styles together well.
The Narcissus Delight: Love yourself? You should with this bedroom position. The EKET Storage Combination with open boxes exhibit your favourite items, and remind you exactly who you are and what you can become.
The Boogie Woogie: This bedroom position puts you in the mood to boogie with beautiful colours, such as the turquoise color of the SODERHAMN Chaise paired with the gold finishes of the JAKOBSBYN Pendant Lamp.
The Magic Inclination: Tiny, but mighty. This bedroom position calls for magical storage, like having a MALM Storage Bed with built-in space to help you maximize the space of your bedroom.
The Personal Blush: Keep things in the pink of health with this bedroom position. Check out the HILJA Curtains if you can’t get enough of the colour.
Read the IKEA Kama Sutra here.
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