My wife swears by weighted blankets to sleep
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TL;DR
- Weighted blankets use gentle pressure from glass beads to promote relaxation and improve sleep.
- The author experienced better sleep quality and felt more refreshed after using a 10lb weighted blanket, even on nights with only 6.5 hours of sleep.
- Weighted blankets can be useful for managing anxiety and sleep disruptions.
- The blanket was repurposed as a firm bolster for yoga and a meditation cushion.
- Potential uses include stabilizing tripods or camping gear.