I know the urge to elbow them in the ribs is strong. Trust me, I’ve been there. But violence won’t cure snoring; it just starts a 2 a.m. fight. Instead, let’s use science and a little bit of tricky strategy.
First, figure out if they’re snoring because of their position. Most people snore louder when they’re on their back. It’s gravity’s cruel joke: the tongue falls back and blocks the airway.
The fix? The “Tennis Ball Trick.” Sew a pocket on the back of an old t-shirt, pop a tennis ball in there, and have them wear it to bed. Every time they roll onto their back, they get a rude, bouncy wake-up call. It’s like a fitness coach for their sleeping posture.
