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Deciding tosleepnext to your partner can be a pretty big step.

Since we spend about one-third of our daysand our livessleeping,this can feel like a pretty big commitment.

This article discusses some of the mental health benefits of sleeping next to your partner.

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Getting a good nights sleep is important for your health and well-being.

Spiritual Intimacy

Sleeping in the same bed can be aspiritualexperience for many couples.

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