Every day it seems some new trend is popping up. The one that is going viral these days is that of ‘sleep divorce’ and no it does not mean getting a divorce from your partner while sleeping.
But its actually about couples taking a break from sleeping in the same bed during their vacation. As bizarre as that might seem, apparently it is actually quite true and something that is becoming quite popular among couples who are travelling.
So now a vacation’s purpose which is taking a break from one’s daily routine includes this too, where couples take a break from their routine of sleeping in the same bed.
What Is Sleep Divorce?
Hilton has recently released their annual trends report called “Hilton’s 2025 Trends” and among the trends, one trend seeing an increase in popularity is that of sleep divorce. This trend essentially means that partners prefer to sleep in separate beds when travelling.
According to the Virginia-based hospitality company, almost two-thirds of 63% of travellers have claimed that they sleep better when they’re alone.
The Hilton travel report claims that “Believe it or not, 37% of travellers would rather sleep in a separate bed from their partner when away, and most parents (3 in 4) think it’s better to sleep apart from their kids while travelling.”
Also while the use of the term ‘divorce’ might be intimidating, it is being seen as beneficial.
Stacy Thiry, a licensed mental health counsellor based in Florida at the telehealth platform Grow Therapy commented on this phenomenon saying, “The main benefit is getting better rest.”
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Speaking with Fox News Digital she said, “Sleeping separately lets each person create their ideal sleep environment—whether that’s a cooler room, no snoring, or just some peace and quiet. It can also reduce bickering that arises from being too close, and some couples even feel more connected since they’re not waking up resentful after a bad night’s sleep.”
However, she also pointed out that this could lead to difficulty when wanting to engage in spontaneous affection.
Sleep expert Dr Wendy Troxel, also commented on this trend saying, “Research consistently shows that sleep problems can lead to irritability, poor problem-solving skills, and increased conflict.”
The senior behavioural specialist at RAND Corporation and a licensed clinical psychologist in Utah speaking with Fox News Digital, said that sleep problems could harm relationships and “If couples are considering separate sleeping arrangements, open communication is key to ensuring both partners’ needs are met and to avoid feelings of abandonment or rejection.”
She also advised that it’s important to take time to connect before bed and that “the moments leading up to sleep are crucial for maintaining closeness.”
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Sources: Forbes, Hindustan Times, The Independent
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