Decoding Your Sleep: How Your Nighttime Posture Might Be Warning You About Stress

Sleep Positions Could Signal Chronic Stress, Expert Suggests A recent video by wellness expert Laurel, known as "Laurel | Gut Health Doc," has garnered significant attention by proposing a link between common sleep positions and underlying stress levels. Uploaded on June 5, 2025, the video, which has amassed over 21 million views, suggests that sleeping in certain ways might indicate a nervous system stuck in "survival mode" due to chronic stress or high cortisol. Laurel demonstrates four specific sleep positions: "the mummy," characterized by arms glued to the sides; the "spread out/tree climber," where one leg is hitched up; the "fetal position," where an individual is curled up tightly; and "pillow hugging," described as clutching for safety. According to Laurel, these postures during sleep are not merely habits but potential indicators of a dysregulated body. "Sleep is supposed to be safe — not another stress signal," Laurel states in her video. She advises that understanding these sleep cues could be the first step towards addressing chronic stress, high cortisol, and achieving more restful sleep. The expert encourages viewers experiencing these patterns to seek further guidance on supporting their hormones and improving sleep naturally. While the video offers general insights, it highlights a growing public interest in holistic health and the subtle ways our bodies communicate internal states.

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