Women's bedroom confessionals have sparked debate on social media, despite becoming an increasingly popular trend.
Tiana Joely has revealed that she and her partner sleep in separate bedrooms. The couple, ages 21 and 20, have been together since they were 17 and 16.
She shared a video of their bedroom on social media. Joely's home was filled with white furniture and LED lights. On the other hand, her boyfriend's expression became even darker. Both of their rooms contained only a desk, bed, and clothes.
“You live with your boyfriend but have separate bedrooms,” she captioned the video.
“And they lived happily ever after.”
However, the clip sparked a heated debate.
“People need to understand that this is normal. We haven't shared a bed in like two years! It's hard when you go on vacation,” one person said.
Another said, “I could never understand that I needed my man.”
“My partner and I have been together for nine years and we have separate bedrooms. He is a very light sleeper and I have restless leg syndrome. Sleeping separately has saved our relationship,” one person said. shared.
Another commented: “I used to think this was weird, but now I see why and think it's a great idea.”
“I love this, but no, because I'm crazy and think he's going to take pictures of the girls like he lives alone,” one person said.
Another commented: “No way. I sleep better when he's around me.”
“I wish more people were aware of this because it's a very healthy thing,” said one person.
This isn't the first time the couple's sleeping arrangements have been in the news.
Chantelle Billie, a woman from Melbourne, also revealed that she and her partner have separate bedrooms and said they would meet in their partner's room for a cup of tea and watch a TV show. They then part ways.
Again, some people call it healthy. Some suggested there was something wrong.
Billy said it just helps them both sleep better.
“Being able to have my own bedroom for the first time since I was a child has been a fuel for my creativity and I feel like I can fully embrace my aesthetic without worrying about my partner. I think it's very healthy to have that space,” she told news.com.au at the time.
“I was so shocked that so many people accused me of a lack of love in my relationship. These people have no idea what my relationship is like.”
Last year, Chloe Shepanowski announced that she and her fiancé, Mitch Orval, were sleeping in separate rooms. The couple have two children. Arti and Sunny often end up in the marital bed. So Mr. Orval decided to sit on the sofa.
“We juggle housework and kids. If we have time in the evening, we watch something, give each other massages, take a bath, and have fun,” she said in an Instagram Q&A. spoke.
“And then other nights we might want to watch our own show or do our own thing.
“It's a wild journey, but at the end of the day, we're in it together. It almost becomes a mutual understanding and we take what we get.”
Social media users had strong reactions.
Some even said, “This relationship is doomed.”
“I would be concerned if that was your relationship at 24 years old. Get the kids out of your bed and into your own before it's too late,” said another. Suggested.
However, many defended the move, telling the young couple to “do what you think is right for you.”
Sleep divorces are on the rise. The main cause is lack of sleep. Tamara Green, a couples therapist in New York, told TODAY.com that the move has improved couples' love lives.
“They feel they are getting enough rest, listening to each other and getting their needs met,” she said.
However, she said it's important to plan time together before bed.
Not everyone agreed. Sleep expert Dr. Carol Ash says it's “healthy” for couples to sleep together. She said it improves sleep quality.
