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Scenario

When Self-Consciousness About Sleep Appearance Affects Intimacy

I cannot fall asleep next to my partner anymore because I am self-conscious about how I look when I sleep.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Vulnerability requires the suspension of self-monitoring, but shame makes us perform even in our most private moments.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Sleep as time relationship?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.