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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National
Aastha Raj

Psychology says women who instantly fall asleep around their partner aren’t bored, but it is their nervous system signaling a strong message to their brain

Many women notice something unusual in healthy relationships: they fall asleep faster, feel calmer, or suddenly become deeply sleepy around their partner. To some people, it may look accidental or even rude. But psychology says this behavior can actually reflect emotional safety, nervous system regulation, and trust. Experts believe that when a woman consistently falls asleep around someone, it may signal that her brain and body finally feel secure enough to relax completely.

The Nervous System Only Rests When It Feels Safe

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