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In this article, we will discuss why you should cover mirrors at night. According to some beliefs and superstitions, mirrors can activate and deflect different energies. They can multiply various elements around the house. If you are wondering why you should cover mirrors at night, we have shared tips and information below that you can refer to.<\/p>\n

Why should you cover mirrors at night? People cover mirrors at night for various reasons. Some cover mirrors based on their traditions and beliefs. For instance, according to feng shui, the soul leaves the body of a person as he or she sleeps. Moreover, the good energy in the body recharges, and the bad energy leave. If a mirror faces the bed, it will show the reflection of the person sleeping on it. Because of this, the bad energy gets frightened and does not leave the body.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have mirrors in the bedroom, position them so that it does not reflect you as you sleep. If the mirror is attached to a permanent fixture such as a wall, you can cover it with a curtain, towel, or a piece of fabric. What are the scientific explanations for why it is best to cover mirrors at night? Why do you need to cover mirrors at night according to feng shui? How do you cover mirrors? Why is it bad if a mirror faces the bed? Read the rest of the article for the answer to these questions.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Scientific Explanations on Why it is Best to Cover the Mirrors at Night<\/h2>\n

According to science, it is best to cover mirrors at night because it prevents being alarmed by your movements. You might scare yourself by thinking that you see another person when it is just your reflection in the mirror. Let us learn more about these reasons below.<\/p>\n

So that You Would Not Get Alarmed by Movements<\/h3>\n

One of the reasons why it is best to cover mirrors at night is that you would not get alarmed by movements. According to research,<\/a> a person\u2019s eyes detect movement via a neural circuit located in the retina at the back of the eyes. This is the reason why your attention gets focused on something that moves. Having a mirror facing your bed and reflecting you as you sleep, you will notice movements from the reflection of the mirror. These reflections will startle you especially if you just woke up.<\/p>\n

So that You Will Not Scare Yourself<\/h3>\n

Some people have sleep drunkenness. It is a condition wherein the visual sensors are not fully awake when they wake up from sleep. People who have sleep drunkenness can scare themselves when they see their reflection when they wake up. This is because they do not recognize their reflection until a few seconds later. You can also check out this article that we have shared that discusses why mirrors are so scary<\/a>. We have shared useful information that you can refer to.<\/p>\n\n\n

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So that You Will Not See Something Green in the Mirror<\/h3>\n

Sometimes, you will see something green in the mirror. Do not worry or get scared because this is natural and not a supernatural phenomenon. This happens because most mirrors are not perfect. You see something green in the mirror because common household mirrors are not perfect and reflect all spectrums of lights and color. We have also shared this article that discusses what color a mirror is<\/a>. Check out the article for an in-depth discussion about the topic.<\/p>\n

So that You Will Not Feel Something Weird<\/h3>\n

Take note that our vision connects with our senses. In one research experiment<\/a>, researchers created a virtual reality box by placing a mirror vertically on a table and reflecting the subject\u2019s limb. The experiment includes subjects with just one hand. As the reflection of the hand moves, the subjects felt movement on their missing hand as well.<\/p>\n

Why Do You Need to Cover Mirrors at Night According to Feng Shui<\/h2>\n

According to feng shui, it mirrors in the bedroom should be covered or hidden because it can lead to insomnia and nightmares. Learn more about these reasons below.<\/p>\n\n\n

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To Avoid Insomnia<\/h3>\n

If you are experiencing insomnia, this can be caused by the mirror in your bedroom according to feng shui. It is also believed that when a mirror faces the bed, it depletes your energy which can lead to sleeplessness. The mirror bounces and multiplies different energy. Hence, it disrupts the tranquility in a bedroom preventing you to have a peaceful sleep. We have also written this article that discusses why you are not supposed to sleep in front of a mirror<\/a>. Check out the article to learn more about the topic.<\/p>\n

To Avoid Nightmares and Soul Stealing<\/h3>\n

According to some superstitions, a mirror that reflects the bed brings can cause nightmares. This is because it is believed that when a person sleeps at night, their soul leaves the body. As the soul sees its reflection in the mirror, it gets startled which causes nightmares. Some believe a mirror facing the bed can steal the soul of a person. This is because as the soul returns to the body, it can mistake the image in the mirror. It enters the mirror rather than the body.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Video – The Real Truth – Bedroom Mirrors and Feng Shui<\/h4>\n

Amanda Gates Feng Shui shared the video below on YouTube. It discusses the real truth between bedroom mirrors and feng shui. Watch the video to find out what you can do to have the right feng shui in your bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n

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