Most people agree that the bedroom is a personal haven, a space in which one can relax, turn off the outside world and retreat from all the stresses of our frenzied daily existence.
There are some things that you shouldn’t be doing in your bedroom, but most people don’t know what they are. You probably have seen these items in your bedroom without even knowing it.
These are the top most common things that you shouldn’t be doing in your bedroom.
1. Food
If you’re anything like me, you love food. No food in the bedroom. Ever. It may sound obvious, but you wouldn’t believe how many people have told me they have food in their bedrooms.
When I think about my ideal day, I think about eating lots of it. Having your meals or edibles on the bed is very dirty because you will most likely not wash your hands after the meal and also not wash your sheets if something spills on them.
Eating in bed is most times associated with another activity like watching tv or reading, this might lead to overeating and puts you at risk of indigestion. Leaving dirty dishes in the room as well attract pests.
Not only does this leave you susceptible to bugs, but it also means there is potential for mould and mildew to grow on your food which can cause all sorts of health problems.
2. An uncomfortable mattress and bed linens
This suggestion is by far the most important. We would go as far as to say that it is impossible to have a good, truly rejuvenating night’s sleep in an uncomfortable bed.
Your bed is an investment in your sleep, one of the most vital aspects of keeping good mental and physical health
Whether the bed is too small or if the mattress isn’t right for you, then don’t be afraid to spend the money to replace it all if it means you’ll have the best sleep possible.
When we talk about the bed being comfortable It’s not just the bed, but also the bed linen that has a huge role in the quality of our sleep.
When was the last time you invested in new sheets or a new pillow? Chose breathable, soft fabric that lulls you into a deep sleep
3. TV
The bedroom is for relaxing. If you’re thinking of relocating a TV to your bedroom, think again. It is quite a huge distraction.
It can completely deprive you of sleep. How are you going to relax and wind down if you have a TV in your bedroom? To get comfortable and sleep soundly, you need to have a distraction-free environment.
4. Mobile phone
According to HuffPost, the blue light emission from cell phones can disturb melatonin production, thereby causing poor sleep patterns.
The incessant vibration and ringing of phones as well as the ever-present social media distractions are harmful to your health.
Constant phone notifications, getting stressed out over the news you’re reading online, social media-related worries, and general information overload don’t contribute to getting a consistently restful night of sleep.
5. Pets
Generally, pets can be major distractors to your sleep given their playful nature. They might also mess up the room if they are not well trained yet and this may lead to germs, fleas, etc.
If at all you have to keep your pet close to you, make a separate bed for it some metres away from yours.
6. Clutter is defined as an accumulation of worthless, useless objects
No matter how old you get, the bedroom should always be your sanctuary where you can get away from all of the chaos in your day.
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7. Exercise equipment:
It might seem quite convenient to have your gym equipment easily accessible, right there in your bedroom. Keeping exercise equipment in the bedroom is something you should avoid.
Working out before bed can make it harder for you to sleep and if you haven’t been keeping up with your workouts, seeing the equipment daily would make you feel guilty.
8. Workspace
Many of us are guilty of this. Boundaries matter, set up a dedicated home workspace, like a home office.
