What Your Sleep Position Says About Your Personality

Check out what each position can tell you about the state of your sleeping mind and its impact on your waking self:

You sleep on your side with your knees tucked up toward your chest, placing your body into a ball-like shape.

This position restricts our airways and can be stressful for our breathing and lungs. It also puts stress on the back and neck. It's said to contribute to the formation of wrinkles, as well. On the plus side, this position is ideal for pregnancy and for people who snore.

People who like this position tend to be people who like to be in control of their life at all times; they like planning, things to be in order, and often fall prey to overthinking, worrying, and being too sensitive. Fetal side sleepers are also kind and thoughtful people. Often people under stress or pressure will sleep in this position as it feels protected and reflects a child in the womb.

You sleep on your side with your legs and arms stretched out in a long line (like, well, a log.)

Sleeping on your side stretched out like this is the best natural resting position for your spine, and thus can relieve back and neck pain. However, sleeping on your side can also speed up gravity's impact on your body, including sagging breasts and wrinkles.

These types of people tend to be inflexible and rigid. They like rules and can often come across as bossy, headstrong, or stubborn. However, log sleepers also enjoy a challenge and aren't afraid to take control in any situation.

You sleep on your side with your legs and arms stretched out in front of you.

This position holds the same pros and cons as the log position.

The yearning position is for the dream-chasers — they are opportunists and like to be challenged in life. They can be their own worst critics, too, and tend to be quite hard on themselves.

You sleep on your back, arms by your sides, legs outstretched (like a soldier standing at attention).

Sleeping on your back is considered one of the best positions for the natural flow of blood to your organs and can also help people with digestion problems. This position can be a bad idea if you are a snorer, though — honk-honk!

People who sleep in this position tend to put on a confident front for the outside world, even when they're not feeling that way. They can suffer from narrow-mindedness; however, on the positive side, they are driven, focused, and tend to be loyal people. They stand tall in waking life.

You sleep on your back, arms stretched up and legs stretched out so that your body shapes a star.

This position offers the same pros and cons as the soldier position. Additionally, sleeping on your back can benefit your skin and help work against the aging process.

People who rock the starfish position are often open, liberated, freethinking, and vibrant types. They are confident and open to all walks of life and all ways of thinking.

You sleep on your stomach with your head facing into the pillow, or with the neck twisted to either side.

This position can also aid digestion. However, since it's common to twist the neck so you can breathe clearly, it can be stressful on your spinal cord as it works against the natural curve of your back.

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