How should I lay down to avoid palpitations?

How do I even lay down without feeling like my heart’s about to leap out of my chest? Ugh, palpitations are the absolute worst, aren’t they? I swear, it feels like a tiny, frantic bird is flapping around in there sometimes.

I’ve messed around with different sleeping positions, you know, trying to find that elusive “sweet spot,” and I’ve discovered something kinda surprising. Sleeping on my right side? Total game changer for me. Like, seriously. It’s way more comfortable, and my heart just… chills out.

Sleeping on my back? Nope. That’s a recipe for disaster. I become hyper-aware of every single thump-thump-thump, and it sends me into a full-blown panic attack. Seriously, it’s terrifying! And the left side? Don’t even get me started. It feels like my heart is practically trying to escape through my ribs – a real “oh my god, I’m dying” moment, even if I know I’m not.

So yeah, right side it is. Keeps everything calmer, less noticeable. My heart rate just seems more… even. Of course, everyone’s different – my friend Sarah swears by sleeping propped up with extra pillows, says it helps her breathing and that makes a difference. Maybe she’s onto something, maybe not. But for me? Avoiding that left side is key. It’s the only thing that consistently seems to help. Experiment a bit, see what works for you. You might find something equally miraculous!