In Human Design lore, the bedroom is very important. There is an intimidating parable about “sleeping in your own aura” that makes every person question how much they like sleeping with someone… or by themselves.

It brings up questions about sex, sleep, relationship dynamics, societal pressures, personal health, and more. So while you’re contemplating your sleep quality and unconscious life, check out these ideas when it comes to setting up a sleeping space that resonates with you.

These suggestions are not a strict bible to follow, but a starting point to get you thinking differently about your sleep space.

Plus — you may have a unique sleeping situation! These tips and ideas are meant to inspire new ways to think about the room you sleep in. Trust what you’re drawn to trying, and steer clear from what doesn’t resonate. Have fun!

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Place the bed intentionally

Would it feel better for you if your bed was tucked in the corner or up against a wall? Consider where you can place your bed that is the furthest from the door/entry point in a way that makes sense for your space. You want to create a wide angle of the room where you can see most of the space from the Bed. If this isn’t possible, have a chair in the corner of the room that allows for this wide view.

Bring the eye upward

Some Mountains People can’t have anything above their head as their head needs to feel on top of the world. Others need a canopy bed! Consider how you want to engage with the space above your head. Paint the ceiling or hang high shelves or cupboards in your space. Try painting the ceilings a light colour to create the sense of a spaciousness.

Layer your pillows

Have a double set of pillows on your bed rather than one set of flat pillows. Sometimes Mountains People just need to sit up, and having pillows available to prop up with on the bed will have you hanging in your room much more as it becomes a retreat to escape to rather than just a place to sleep in. Make it easy to raise your head, or have a cute bolster at the ready.

Take your room to the next level

Look at your space: what would take things to the next level? Is it upgrading your bedding? Is it a fresh coat of paint on the walls? Do your side tables need a major update? Or maybe you’re like BRO LET’S VAULT THE CEILING! Whatever the case, consider the extra element that would really take your space to a whole other level.

Prioritize the ensuite

Resort style ensuites with luxurious rainforest showers, or deep soaker tubs — or even a techie-toilet — sweep the Mountain Person away in their personal oasis. Consider how the primary bedroom in the home would benefit from having it’s own bathroom so the Mountains Person can flee to pee in privacy — or at the very least, have a place to retreat to.

Create breathing room

Rather than cram a lot of furniture into your space, create layouts that allow for space around each object. Select pieces intentionally for the space’s size. Sometimes, just opening the windows can help create movement and flow through the space. Arrange your things in a spacious manner and opt for less rather than more.

Majorly declutter

If your room has too much clutter, you’ll slow down the energetic movement in the space, creating stagnant energy that can’t flow. You wouldn’t bring all that junk with you when you go up the Mountain. Have your essentials at the ready, and put away everything else.