In Which Direction to Sleep for Better Health and Energy, scientifically?  

Introduction 

Does sleeping direction matter? Well, it does! But why? It’s because we need to protect ourselves from the unpredictable attacker: Solar wind.

In this blog, we will see which sleeping direction offers better protection from the attacker, combining perspectives from Siddha Medicine and Science. Sapiens, travel with me till the end to explore this blog from my point of view.

In Which Direction to Sleep for Better Health ? Let’s find out.

A brief outline of Solar wind 

Attacker: Solar wind vs Guardian: Magnetosphere

The Solar wind constantly attacks Earth, while the Magnetosphere safeguards our Earth and us. But, this protection is incomplete, as space at the north and south poles allows solar wind to enter the Earth. 

When solar wind intensity rises, it causes a magnetic storm, which disturbs the geo and biomagnetic fields and also changes the weather patterns. 

This attacker – solar wind can hit us at any time, so we must protect ourselves, as it is vital to maintain our vitals. At least while sleeping, we should rest peacefully without worrying about the attacker, don’t you agree?  

So, let’s see which sleeping direction might minimise its impact and offer the most protection. But before that –

Remember, Energy is everything. I request my readers to read this blog from the view of Energy dynamics* to fully understand the message that I am trying to deliver through this blog. So take a moment and look at the concept of Magneto-dielectricity.

* Energy dynamics: How energy behaves and how it is transferred between two things.

Energy can only be transferred via the poles along the vertical plane as the centripetal magnetic field which exerts a dragging force acts in this direction.

Which direction is the best to Sleep?

It’s commonly said that sleeping with your head facing east, west or south directions is ideal while sleeping facing north is the worst. Is that true? Let’s find out which direction is good for sleep . 

In which direction to sleep? 

East and West are the best directions to sleep. Why?

COMPLETE PROTECTION

The magnetic bubble fully covers Earth’s east and west sides, so we are less likely to be affected by the solar wind if we sleep in these directions compared to the north-south. Hence, east-west directions can provide maximum protection.

SAVE ENERGY

We know gravity doesn’t act horizontally, so when we lie down in the east-west direction, the discharged energy from our energy centres flows effortlessly. This orientation can reduce the energy transfer between us and Earth. So our energy can be conserved and replenished more efficiently.

MAINTAIN HEALTH

Because of the fluctuating solar wind, weather conditions like air pressure, humidity, wind and precipitation, completely vary between the east-west and north-south directions. 

Simply put, the east-west sides are warmer while the south-north sides are colder ‘cause of the variation in how the Sun interacts with Earth across different hemispheres. 

We humans are warm-blooded animals, we maintain our internal heat via burning energy (Metabolism). We burn more energy in cold weather than in hot to keep our internal heat balanced and temperature variations also alter our blood flow.

Since the east-west sides are warmer, sleeping in these directions can conserve energy, burn less while resting and maintain healthy blood flow.

In which direction not to sleep? 

North and South are the worst directions to sleep. Why?

INCOMPLETE PROTECTION

The Earth’s north and south poles have space via which energy transfer takes place. As the magnetic bubble is incomplete on the north-south, sleeping in those directions can offer less protection compared to the east-west. 

DRAIN ENERGY

When we sleep in the north-south direction, we align with the Earth’s vertical plane. Although gravity doesn’t act horizontally, our alignment can facilitate and intensify the energy transfer between us and the Earth. 

We sleep to rest and refill our expended energy. However, sleeping in a north-south orientation can keep our body engaged in continuous energy transfer and refilling activity, leading to tiredness and can cause headaches for some.

WORSEN HEALTH

When the solar wind intensity changes, it causes a change in the geomagnetic field which in turn alters our physiology by modifying our electrical signals. 

Since the heart and brain highly depend on electrical conduction, they are the most affected organs compared to other organs. So whenever the solar wind intensifies, it alters the electrical signals of both the heart and brain.

Research says that sudden changes in the geo and biomagnetic field during the magnetic storm cause cardiovascular diseases, mental disorders, psychosis, stroke and seizures and alter melatonin levels which in turn disturbs our sleep cycle and reproductive health.

It also impacts the normal functions of the lungs, immune system and skin and also exacerbates existing dis-eases.

As mentioned earlier sleeping in the north-south directions facilitates the energy transfer between the Earth and us. So, during the magnetic storm, disturbed energy from the Earth can transfer to us, which in turn disturbs our energy and physiology. 

Thus, sleeping in north-south directions can have a more negative impact compared to sleeping in east-west. 

NOTE:

The variation in magnetic storms can happen at any time of the day and can cause health issues at any moment. The key point is that while we are awake, we become aware of the biomagnetic field changes happening within ourselves via symptoms like chest pain, palpitation, giddiness etc and can consciously take steps to protect ourselves. 

However, during sleep, when we are in a reversible state of unconsciousness, it’s essential to find ways to protect ourselves from these unpredictable magnetic storms. That’s why choosing the right sleeping direction is important, as it can provide some protection. 

What does the Siddha system of Medicine say about sleeping direction?

A chapter in the Noi Illa Neri (Siddha Hygiene and Preventive Medicine) book discusses about sleep and sleeping direction. It states that sleeping facing east promotes good health while sleeping facing west leads to less restorative sleep and sleeping facing north brings in health issues.

Overall, sleeping in the east or west is the best option to protect ourselves from the impact of fluctuating solar wind and magnetic storms.

Summary 

A view from the point of Energy dynamics: 

Energy is everything. The solar wind, Geomagnetic field and Biomagnetic field are all energy discharged from their dielectric energy core. 

The energy transfer: Sun → Earth and Earth → Human body

Both Earth and humans are solar-dependent, so any change in solar energy causes a change in Earth and human energy. It’s so simple, right? 

As per energy dynamics, sleeping with your head oriented east or west reduces energy transfer and so minimises negative health impacts. 

Correct direction to sleep :

According to both the Siddha system and scientific understanding, sleeping in the east and west directions protects our body, conserves energy, maintains health and helps prevent heart and brain dis-eases.

In contrast, sleeping in the north and south directions can drain energy, negatively impact health and worsen existing conditions. Sleeping in either direction will have a negative impact on us, but compared to north-south, the east-west direction has less impact.

So, can we sleep in north direction ? Definitely NO.

Does Earth’s magnetic field affect us? Earth’s magnetic field doesn’t influence our body, we humans are used to it. However, the geomagnetic field disturbance caused by the solar wind during the magnetic storm does.

If you’d like to learn more about how solar wind impacts both the Earth and humans, you can refer here.

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