3 Great Reasons to Take a Daily Nap
By Genevieve Cunningham
Taking naps might seem like child’s play, but there is some really good evidence to suggest that it is the best thing for all people to consider. In many other countries, naps are par for the course. Want to buy something after lunch? You better wait until siesta is over. A nap after lunch probably sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? If you’re sluggish throughout the day or just feel the need for a bit more rest in your life, take a look at these great reasons to grab a nap.
It Can Improve Focus and Reaction Time
A lack of sleep can impair general concentration and make our reactions much slower. With a quick nap, you may find the ability to focus improves greatly and your reaction time becomes much faster. With better focus, you’ll probably find your general productivity improve, and with better reactions, you’ll keep yourself safer. And these two basic benefits are enough to make a nap more than worth it.
It Can Improve Your Mood
Most people get a little cranky when they don’t get enough sleep. Taking a nap can improve your mood by helping you even out your sleep with your waking hours. No more post lunch crabbiness or late night grouch. Just catch a quick little catnap in the afternoon, and your mood will likely be better for the rest of the day.
It Helps You Catch Up on Missed Sleep
The American people have a serious problem with sleep deprivation, and it is ruining our health and wellness. If you want to catch up on a little bit of sleep, but you’re burning the midnight oil or plagued by insomnia, then catch up in the daytime with a nap. Even a simple 30 minutes can help you restore your body and mind from a lack of sleep. Just schedule it into your day to make more sleep a part of your everyday reality.
Naps are the staple of children’s routines, and they’re also a part of the older population’s daily schedule. So why do we skip them when we’re the busiest of our lives? Go ahead and use these reasons to justify taking a little nap completely guilt-free. You may find your mental and physical health improve, and you might just feel better than ever before.
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