Why You Should Never Have Mirrors In Your Room
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all? Not me, and, well, I’m sure not you, either, first thing in the morning! So the last thing you need to see upon waking up is your reflection, in all its beheaded glory. With mirrors in your bedroom, that’s inevitable.
All right, so mirrors are, indeed, useful. They help us get dressed, check our appearance before leaving the house, and even create the illusion of more space in a small room.
However, having mirrors in your bedroom can actually have negative effects on your mental and physical health. Think I’m kidding? Read on…
9 reasons why you shouldn’t have mirrors in your room
1. They’ll make you obsess over your appearance, day and night
When you have a mirror in your bedroom, you’re constantly looking at yourself, and it’s easy to become obsessed with your appearance. You might start noticing every blemish, wrinkle, or imperfection, which is bound to cause anxiety, and can even lead to body dysmorphia.
2. They’ll disrupt your sleep
Believe it or not, mirrors can reflect light and disrupt your sleep. If you have a mirror facing your bed, it can reflect streetlights or other sources of light, making it harder for you to fall asleep and stay asleep.
If you’re already someone who has trouble sleeping through the night, having a mirror in your bedroom might be exacerbating the problem.
3. They’ll reveal your messy habits
Okay, so this one isn’t necessarily a bad thing. After all, wouldn’t you want to know if you’re a bit of a slob?
Let’s face it, we’re not all neat freaks. Some of us have a tendency to let our rooms devolve into a chaotic mess of clothes, books, and empty chip bags. But with a mirror in your room, there’s no hiding from your cluttered reality.
You’ll see the piles of laundry on your floor, the dust bunnies under your bed, and the pizza boxes stacked in the corner. It’s like having a personal accountability coach, but one that makes you feel ashamed instead of motivated!
4. They can be a distraction during intimate moments
Mirrors can definitely add a certain je ne sais quoi to a romantic setting, but they can also be a major distraction. Instead of focusing on your partner, you might find yourself paying more attention to your own reflection.
And let’s be honest, there’s nothing sexy about watching yourself make awkward faces while trying to get into a good position.
5. They’re dangerous
Mirrors are fragile, often heavy, things, which makes them a potential hazard in your bedroom. If a mirror falls off the wall or breaks, it could cause serious injury.
Yes, this can happen in any room in the house, but do you really want to take the risk of having a large, breakable object in the same space where you sleep and move around?
6. They can attract negative energy
Okay, this one might sound a bit woo-woo, but hear me out. In some cultures, mirrors are believed to attract negative energy and spirits. Even if you don’t believe in that kind of thing, it’s worth considering that mirrors can reflect not only light, but also energy and emotions.
If you’re feeling anxious or stressed, for example, seeing your reflection in a mirror might amplify those negative feelings.
And if you’re someone who believes in the power of feng shui, putting a mirror in the “wrong” place in your bedroom is said to create “bad energy” and disrupt the flow of chi.
7. They might make you question your sanity
Have you ever caught a glimpse of your reflection in a dark room and freaked out because you thought there was someone else in the room with you? I know I’m not the only one!
Mirrors can play some serious mind games, especially if you’re prone to anxiety or paranoia. If you live alone, seeing your own reflection moving in the middle of the night might give you the fright of your life.
8. They can make your room feel smaller
Yes, mirrors can create the illusion of more space, but only if they’re placed strategically. If you have too many mirrors in your bedroom, they can actually make the room feel smaller and more cluttered.
9. It’s simply unnecessary
Let’s be real, do you really need a mirror in your bedroom? You probably have at least one in your bathroom, and maybe even a full-length one in your closet or hallway. You don’t need mirrors in every room of the house, especially the room where you sleep.
Wrapping up
Look, I’m certainly not saying that you should banish all mirrors from your home, but keeping them out of your bedroom might be a good idea.
Your bedroom should be a peaceful, calming, and private space, and having a bunch of mirrors around can disrupt that vibe.
Plus, think of all the extra sleep you’ll get when you’re not constantly checking yourself out in the mirror or seeing your reflection and judging yourself!