Meaning of the posture in a dream: the nature and position of the body in bed

We spend about a third of our lives sleeping.Of course, most of us dream of the embrace of Morpheus in a spacious bedroom on the seashore, but, oddly enough, the quality of sleep does not depend on this. Or rather, not only on this. Sleeping positions play a very important role in this matter, and their importance cannot be underestimated. If you want to know more about this - welcome!

A little about the phenomenon

Before saying what these or those meanposition in sleep, you need to understand it a little bit yourself. As we know from school, we fall asleep in order to give the body a rest. At this time, the speed and intensity of metabolic processes decreases, and all internal organs begin to work many times slower. It happens that a person's sleep is so deep that the body switches to a work rhythm close to a comatose one: breathing is almost inaudible, the heartbeat is slow, and the brain is resting. In addition to rest, sleep performs other useful functions for the body. Sleep is necessary for many processes carried out by the central nervous system. In particular, thanks to it, our memory functions normally, because it is involved in the processing and storage of information. Slow sleep helps to consolidate the material studied - this is why it is recommended to stretch out preparation for an exam over several days with a mandatory break at night. And during REM sleep, our subconscious expectations regarding the desired development of events unfold. This is where the phenomenon of prophetic dreams and déjà vu comes from. Surely, you have noticed that it is more convenient and comfortable to sleep at night - in the dark. This is due to the fact that sleep also ensures our adaptation to changing lighting. In general, it normally occurs every twenty-four hours. At the same time, the rhythm can change every day due to changes in the length of daylight hours. And remember the idea that people who sleep little get sick more often? It has serious physiological grounds. During dreaming, T-lymphocytes are activated, which fight colds, both viral and bacterial. Thanks to this, the immune system is restored and strengthened. It is for these and many other reasons that sleeping and getting enough sleep is very important for our physical and mental well-being.

The value of poses in sleep

Psychological characteristics of characterare manifested in all our actions: appearance, gait, speech, choice of wardrobe, etc. ... But if all of the above can be controlled if desired, then with the sleeping position it becomes almost impossible. The way we sleep can tell a lot about us as a person: about our mood, character, condition, relationships with other people, worldview. What does each specific position mean?

Fetal position The person sleeps on their side.He pulls his bent knees straight up to his chest and usually occupies one of the corners of the bed. His face is turned away from the wall. Often there is a pillow or a piece of blanket between his knees. This position is reminiscent of a child's sleep in the womb and tells us about the need for security. In our mother's womb, we all felt protected, but in the outside world, such a state is an unaffordable luxury. Therefore, when we are in a difficult life situation, we often take this position in our sleep, wanting to return to a feeling of peace and grace. But if a person always sleeps like this, then this may indicate his character. Most likely, he is indecisive and anxious. In his youth, he did not separate from his mother and now feels a constant need for help and support from another. At the same time, he may be withdrawn and have difficulties with communication. He experiences some anxiety in relation to the people around him, as a result of which it is difficult for him to openly express his emotions and feelings. It is not easy for him to establish close and trusting relationships, but when this happens, he becomes a good and loyal friend.

Star Pose The person can lie on their back oron his stomach. His arms and legs are spread wide, as if he is trying to take up as much of the bed as possible. Approximately the same thing happens in life: a person strives to prove himself in everything. A sense of his own importance is important to him, he often has an inflated self-esteem, under which various complexes may be hidden. He can demonstrate persistent or even aggressive behavior. Sometimes this pose is a consequence of situational problems in a person’s life. For example, when someone puts too much pressure on him or tries to “climb into his territory.” In this case, he wants to designate his own place in space and defend it. This pose can also appear in situations when you feel a surge of strength and feel incredibly successful.

"Soldier" pose The person sleeps on his back, as ifwith his arms stretched out at his sides. Characteristic of closed and reserved people. As a rule, such a person behaves with other people silently and reservedly - prefers actions to words. At the same time, he does not like fuss and unnecessary body movements. Such a person is distinguished by directness and rigidity (as well as those to whom the name of the pose relates). He makes high demands on himself and others, likes everything to be of the highest standard.

King Pose This pose is characterized by freedom andrelaxed: the person's arms are stretched along the body and are at a short distance from it, the legs are straight and turned out, but not "scattered" to the sides. It is likely that the sleeper is distinguished by self-confidence, frankness, straightforwardness and simplicity. This is a consequence of his honesty and decency. Some of his manifestations may seem rude, but they are associated with the straightforwardness of character. Such a person can be distinguished by distinct leadership qualities, thanks to which he persistently achieves his goals. At times, this develops into stubbornness, when the goal is no longer needed at all, but he keeps going and going towards it. It is not easy to convince him - on the contrary, this can make him insist on his own even more.

The “on the stomach” position You lie with your legs stretched out abovehead with hands, legs straight, sometimes slightly bent. In general, this position is loved by closed people, but not as much as in the case of the “fetal” position. The most important thing for them is to maintain the boundaries of personal space, for example, not to let strangers into their personal life. They are quite independent and independent of society in their judgments. They like order and structure in everything. People sleeping on their stomachs like to plan their day, put things in their places, which sometimes reaches pedantry. In communication with them, a certain tediousness is revealed, which is more than compensated for by their persistence and tenacity in achieving goals. In this regard, they often achieve a certain social status and financial situation. In the case when a person sleeping on his stomach tosses and turns a lot, this may indicate a situational need to solve problems. At present, he is actively struggling with them, and he needs a resource in the form of additional stability and reliability.

The "philosopher's" pose The person sleeps on his back, as ifwith his hands bent at the elbows behind his head, which rests on his palms. It seems that he is currently solving some serious philosophical problem. And this is not far from the truth, because such a pose is typical of serious, reasonable comrades who are inclined to communicate on deep topics. They are distinguished by some slowness in their actions. All together, this can cause some problems in communicating with the opposite sex. This pose can be taken by a person with a slight variation - he sleeps on his stomach. Because of this, the head turns to the side, but still lies on the palms. They, by and large, are characterized by approximately the same things as the people described above, but in a slightly different way. They are distinguished by their isolation, sophistication and shyness. These people are practical, but it is difficult for them to make this or that decision about their lives, so they are inclined to change their minds.

The "cross" pose The sleeper looks twisted:one arm is up, the other is down, one leg is straight at the hip but bent at the knee, the other is the opposite. Thus, a person becomes like a frozen runner who, while in the process, waves his arms and alternately throws out his legs. This pose is typical of disorganized people. They are constantly late, and when getting ready to go somewhere, they are always unable to put the necessary things in their bag and always forget something. Naturally, their discipline is lame: they cannot fit into any framework or norms due to their disorganization and capriciousness. They should not be relied on in any more or less significant matter. Often they give up on the matter in the middle, without finishing it.

Normal pose It is called so becauseThis is the position that about thirty percent of the world's population prefers to sleep in. You lie on your side, your limbs are slightly bent, your arms can be slightly above your head, and one of them can lie on your chest or under the pillow. Since most people choose this position, it is difficult to say anything about their character traits. However, usually a person sleeping in this position turns out to be an open person. If he manages to turn from side to side and maintain the chosen position, this indicates his ability to adapt to changing circumstances. He is calm, sociable, balanced, flexible in communication, thanks to which he has a wide circle of acquaintances, and among friends he often becomes the life of the party.

Heron Pose This is a variation on the regular pose:the sleeping person's hands are under their head, one leg is straight and the other is bent, joining the first in a triangle. Such people are usually capricious and unpredictable. Everything depends on their mood: one day can pass "on a positive note" in an active frame of mind, and the next - in complete apathy and passivity. The same applies to their sexuality, and if the upper leg is bent, then it is lower, and if the lower one, then vice versa.

The "log" pose The person lies on his side, and his armsare stretched along the body. This means that he is usually good-natured and open. He likes to communicate with people - it gives him real pleasure. Thanks to this, he quickly and easily gets along with new people. In some cases (this is especially emphasized if the arms are stretched forward, which makes the pose look like the silhouette of a person begging for alms) he can be too trusting. This person makes decisions slowly, but if he has already decided on something, he is unlikely to give it up. Although sometimes it happens that, often faced with deception, he turns into a cynical and distrustful person.

Who sleeps with you?

Every girl deep down in her soul lovesfortune telling. We are very interested in learning something about others based on certain individual characteristics. This is especially true for our beloved men. You can tell a lot about their character by the way they sleep. Watch your partner while they sleep, and perhaps new facets of him will be revealed to you. If a man sleeps on his stomach, then it is highly likely that he is inclined to keep everything under control. This is especially true for those individuals who like to take up most of the bed during sleep. He seems to be hinting to you - “this is my territory”. In general, the desire to win - this is a striking feature of all representatives of the stronger sex, but in this particular one it is perhaps expressed to a greater extent. In sex, such partners are usually conservative, but they try to make sure that both are happy. A man sleeping on his back is calm and balanced. You have probably noticed his optimistic statements - a positive outlook on things is inherent in him in many ways. He has no neurotic desire to protect himself, which can be understood by looking at his defenseless belly, and this indicates a fairly high self-esteem. However, if he regularly throws his hands behind his head, this may indicate excessive self-confidence and vanity. Usually such a man is very sociable and likes to be the center of attention. In sex, he likes to be powerful and control the process, so he is inclined to choose the positions, rhythm and other intimate nuances himself. Sleeping on the side is quite common among men. Those who choose this position are usually easy to communicate with and unpretentious. They easily give up the palm or compromise. They are not alien to openness and emotional sensitivity. However, if in a dream your partner pulls his knees to his chin and goes into the "fetal" position, then be vigilant: this man needs consolation and affection. In sex, they are quite sweet and romantic, love a long foreplay. They expect the same from a woman, so you can please your loved one with passionate kisses and gentle touches. In general, they love variety. You don’t need to control yourself and try to lie down in a certain position. This is not a psychotherapeutic moment, but a psychodiagnostic one. At the same time, having observed a sleeping person, you can conclude what worries him at the moment, even if he himself is not aware of it. But the interpretation of positions in sleep is not a science, so the most important thing is that you and your loved ones are comfortable, and you get enough sleep in the position you have chosen.