NOT being able to sleep is one of the most frustrating things in life.
But one woman claims it’s so bad that she’s now tempted to ask strangers to help her buy a new mattress.
Taking to social media, the anonymous woman said: “Crowd funding a new mattress, not a begging post even though it probably sounds like one.
“I’m absolutely desperate for a new mattress but due to various factors out of my control have no way of affording one.”
She revealed she had saw one for £200 which looked perfect however, she only had £70 to her name.
On top of that, she said her current mattress was so bad it was now affecting her overall health.
The woman continued: ” A friend jokingly suggested a Go Fund Me and now the idea is stuck in my head.
I can’t, can I? Honestly even writing this is making me feel like a right cheeky mare!”
The woman asked if there were any other options for her to raise the £250 she wanted for a mattress.
She also explained that she had been in a car accident recently so had nothing to sell as she had to pay for that to be repaired.
On top of that, she was also unemployed so wasn’t being accepted for finance plans.
It seemed like the woman was all out of luck for a new mattress, but many tried to give her some options.
The post on Mumsnet went viral, but many said they wouldn’t dare beg people to buy them a new mattress.
One person wrote: “Use Klarna or Clearpay… I couldn’t ever beg for something like this . Most people I know can’t afford new mattresses.”
Another commented: “There’s no way I’d do this sorry. I’ve been through very hard times. I would figure something out to earn the money.”
“Sorry you are having such bad luck, would a decent mattress topper help/be affordable,” penned a third.
Thomas Høegh Reisenhus, TEMPUR® sleep specialist & sleep counsellor, reveals the key components of a good bedtime routine and environment...
A sure-fire way to facilitate a better night’s sleep is to practice good sleep hygiene.
Establish a sleep routine that works for you and stick to it.
This will help your body establish a consistent, natural sleep-wake cycle which can do wonders for your overall sleep quality.
As such, try to avoid making up for lost sleep with a lie-in.
Instead of sleeping in, spend your morning reading a book in bed or having a leisurely coffee in the kitchen.
Ensure that your bedroom, bedding, and sleepwear are fit for purpose too.
The ideal sleep environment is dark, quiet, and cool – much like a cave.
If you find unwelcome sources of light are keeping you up, consider investing in an eye mask or black-out curtains.
Adding soft furnishings can be a great way to reduce noise, with the surfaces having an absorptive quality, but if this doesn’t work, consider embracing a soothing soundtrack to block it out.
In terms of temperature, try to keep your bedroom at 18°C. You can further reduce the risk of waking up due to overheating by ensuring that all your bedding and sleepwear is made with natural, breathable materials such as cotton and linen.
Bear in mind that everyone is different; what might work for most, may not work for you!
Whilst knowing how much sleep you should get, how to overcome common barriers, and practicing good sleep hygiene can facilitate a great night’s sleep, if you continue to struggle with sleep or fatigue persistently, do not hesitate to visit a doctor or health professional for support.
Meanwhile a fourth said: “Surely the obvious answer is to get a job and fund your new mattress yourself?”
“For God’s sake. Just no. Wait till you can afford it. Crowdfunding does my head in. I hate the begging and grasping of it”,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “Of course you can give it a try, but I can’t see why anyone would donate? You might get lucky I suppose.”
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