A good nap is one of the most underrated and under-utilized gifts a person can give to themself. According to Wikipedia (so it must be true):
Napping has been found to be beneficial. Napping for 20 minutes can help refresh the mind, improve overall alertness, boost mood and increase productivity. Napping may benefit the heart. In a six-year study of Greek adults, researchers found that men who took naps at least three times a week had a 37 percent lower risk of heart-related death.
The Greeks have been around long enough that I'll take their word for it.
Today I took a 30 minute nap after dinner and I feel so much better. Typically I'll only take a nap on vacation or a weekend but sometimes you just have to do it where ever and whenever. Another testimonial: my 71 year old father-in-law takes one like clockwork after lunch every day and he seems happy and healthy. A fringe benefit is that by the time he wakes up everything has been cleaned up.
When was the last time you took a nap? I hope this motivated you to go lay down and fall asleep.
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