Nah, I'd position my bed up parallel to the hallway for one reason... to run and jump on the bed....
... and other times to hurdle it. I was just a freak that way.
BUT, for a long time I always felt freaky going down into the pantry in the basement.. and sure it was kinda dark. But since then, I have come to acknowledge the many spirits that wander around me and pass me.. It no longer bothers me, as I know that if I treat them with respect, they do the same.
Of course being super paranoid before going there... then i'm pretty freaked out as I'm thinking of every sort of demon that wants to pester me.. not fun. If there really is a spirit there.. Ya gotta try to show no fear, and stand your ground. Don't necisarily attack as you might not know what you're up against, but simply... heck ignoring them will work. What's a great method to ignore them in bed? Turn on your radio. Thats what I do when I'm really paranoid.