A woman’s bedroom confession has sparked debate on social media, despite it being an increasingly popular trend.
Tiana Jolie revealed that she and her partner sleep in separate bedrooms. The couple, aged 21 and 20, have been together since they were 17 and 16.
He has shared a video of his bedroom on social media. Ms. Joely’s was filled with white furniture and LED lights. Meanwhile, her boyfriend’s looks grew darker. Both of their rooms had just a desk, their bed and clothes.
She captioned the video, “You live with your boyfriend but you have separate bedrooms.”
“And they lived happily ever after.”
But, this clip sparked heated debate.
“People need to know that this is normal! Haven’t shared a bed together in almost two years! It’s a struggle when we go on holidays,” one said.
Another said: “I can never explain how much I need my man with me.”
“I’ve been with my partner for nine years and we have separate bedrooms. He gets very little sleep and I have restless leg syndrome. Sleeping apart has saved our relationship,” one shared.
Another commented: “I used to think it was weird but now I understand why and I think it’s a good idea.”
One said, “I like it, but no, because I’m crazy and think he would take pictures with girls like he lives alone.”
Another commented: “I can never sleep, I sleep better knowing he’s by my side.”
One said, “It’s very healthy and I wish more people realized this.”
This is not the first time a couple has gone viral over their sleeping arrangements.
Melbourne woman Chantel Billie revealed she and her partner even have separate bedrooms, saying they would meet in their partner’s room, have a cup of tea and watch a television episode. Then, they separate.
Then again, some said it was healthy. Others suggested there was something wrong with it.
Ms Billie said it helps both of them sleep well at night.
“Having my own bedroom for the first time since childhood has been a fuel for my creativity and I feel like I can fully embrace my own aesthetic without having to consider my partner. I think it’s very healthy to have your own space,” she told news.com.au at the time.
“I was very surprised that so many people accused my relationship of lack of love. These people have no idea at all about what my relationship is like.
Last year, Chloe Szczepanowski announced that she and her fiancé Mitch Orval sleep in separate rooms. The couple have two children. Aarti and Sunny often end up in the couple’s bed. So, Mr. Orval sits on the sofa.
“We take care of the house and the kids and if there’s any time at night we’ll watch something or give each other a massage, take a bath, hang out,” she said during an Instagram quiz.
“And then other nights we want to watch our own shows or do our own things.
“It’s been a weird ride, but at the end of the day we’re doing it together. It almost becomes a mutual understanding and we take what we get.”
Social media users reacted strongly.
One even commented, “This relationship is doomed.”
“I would be worried if this is what your relationship is like at 24. Get those kids out of your bed and into your own bed before it’s too late,” another suggested.
However, many defended the move and told the young couple to “do what you feel is right”.
Divorce in sleep is a growing trend. The main reason for this is lack of sleep. New York couples therapist Tamara Green tells TODAY.com that the move has improved couples’ love lives.
“They get enough rest and feel like they’re able to listen to each other and get their needs met,” she said.
However, it’s important to schedule time together before bed, she said.
Not everyone agreed. Sleep expert Dr. Carol Ash said sleeping together is “healthy” for couples. He said that this improves the quality of sleep.
