A lot of times, I don't go in with the intention of taking a nap, but instead to lay down and rest. Then I end up drifting off and wake up feeling energized and fresh to continue on my day. I’m definitely more creative after napping.
We know it's an easy, helpful way to quickly boost your alertness, your concentration, your productivity, your creativity and your mood. It's a royal flush.
Maas said nearly everyone experiences an afternoon lull in their energy. It comes down to the body's circadian rhythm, which includes two periods of drowsiness every 24 hours, once at night and again between about 2 and 4 p.m.
Waking up from such deep sleep can take up to an hour to return to normal, thanks to what's called sleep inertia. Shorter naps only include stage-two sleep, which is particularly helpful for alertness and memory.
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