Sleeping separately when you’re in a committed relationship is more common than you might expect.
If you’re fortunate to have close friends, close enough to discuss sleeping arrangements, you may be surprised to find out how many of those in committed relationships choose to sleep in separate beds, often in separate bedrooms.
When my husband and I travel, I try to find lodging with separate beds: a treat after decades of marriage in a king-sized bed. We’re not alone. Snoring, tossing and turning, blanket-hogging, and general sleep disruptions that can be byproducts of aging all wreak havoc on our sleep. If you’ve got an empty bedroom or two these days, it’s tempting to take your favorite pillow and relocate to somewhere more peaceful.
I found this article on Next Avenue that covers the topic of separate sleeping. The best part? A sleep expert says there’s no right or wrong way for a couple to get their night’s sleep. Whatever gets you through the night is a good night.
