The 'best' way to use an airplane pillow has been revealed
While we may not be boarding long-distance flights for the foreseeable future, one man's theory regarding the ubiquitous travel pillow has struck a chord with TikTokers.
Your next long-haul jaunt (whenever that may be) will be a lot more restful, if TikTok user @sidneyraz's now-viral advice is to be believed.
The short, controversial clip, detailed a jet-lag-busting way to use the neck pillow beloved by frequent travellers.
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https://www.tiktok.com/@sidneyraz/video/6982254638443531525?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1Replying to a recent trend on the platform, asking users to share the information they wish they knew before hitting their 30s, Sidney left some viewers dumbstruck after explaining that the pillows are actually meant to be worn around our throats when we snooze on board.
Demonstrating what he meant by the bizarre method, the TikToker added that when adopting his method, "you can actually sleep on a flight."
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He proceeded to don the neck pillow like a necklace, slanting his head to the side onto the cushioned surface.
"I'm so comfy," Sidney claimed before glaring knowingly at the camera.
Contrary to popular belief, apparently this isn't the way to sleep with a neck pillow. Getty
Garnering over 9.5 million views, the TikTok user's public plane-sleeping service announcement divided users, with many stunned by the "odd" suggestion.
"This is probably why I have always found them uncomfortable," shared one user.
"My life has been a lie," admitted another.
Many commentators called the trick "mind blowing" — but not all were convinced.
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Many users said the tip wasn't as good as it was cracked up to be. iStock
"This cannot possibly be true," demanded one user.
"Why would they put the tags on the back of the neck then?" questioned another.
While a third user simply wondered, "who the hell can sleep on planes anyway."
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