Among the things that no one says, but we should all talk about, is sleeping separately from your partner, something that Cameron Diaz supports. The actress said that it would be good to normalize that when you already live with someone, each one has her room she pointed out, that it is something that will inject something additional into her relationship.
“For me, it would be: I have my house, you have yours. We have the family house in the middle. I’ll go to sleep in my room. Go to sleep in your room. We’re fine,” she told the Lipstick on the Rim podcast.
There is the idea that if you choose someone it is to share everything for life, even the bed, and that, when it no longer happens, it is a sign that love is over. However, this is merely cultural, as many couples adore each other with their souls, but also love their privacy, so they practice “sleep divorce.”
It is even a way, according to the famous woman, to rekindle love. Cameron Diaz pointed out that doing so helped improve her relationship with her former partner after becoming her mother, although she acknowledged that with her current marriage, it has not been necessary.
“By the way, I don’t feel that way now because my husband is wonderful. I said it before I got married,” she said.
What Is Sleep Divorce and What Are the Benefits?
Sleep divorce is the term to describe a couple sleeping in separate beds or different rooms. Although it may sound negative, in some cases, it can have benefits for the quality of sleep and the health of the couple, as Cameron Diaz explained. Among the benefits, according to experts, stand out:
- Improved sleep quality: Some people have different sleeping patterns, snoring, or other complaints that can interfere with their partner’s sleep. Sleeping separately can help both parties have more restful sleep.
- Fewer interruptions: If one partner moves a lot during the night or has different sleep schedules, sleeping in separate beds can reduce interruptions and improve sleep continuity.
- Greater emotional intimacy: Although it may seem paradoxical, some couples find that sleeping separately strengthens their emotional intimacy. This is because you can both wake up feeling more rested and refreshed, which can contribute to a more positive relationship during the day.
- Less conflict: Lack of sleep can contribute to stress and conflict in a relationship. Sleeping separately can reduce friction caused by sleep problems and help maintain a more harmonious environment.
- Greater independence: Some people value their independence in the rest space. Sleeping in separate rooms can give each individual their own space and time to relax before bed.
It is important to keep in mind that what works for one couple may not work for another. Open communication and mutual understanding are essential in any relationship, and each couple must find the solution that best suits their particular needs and circumstances.
This story was written in Spanish by Nayeli Párraga in Cultura Colectiva.