To Nap or Not to Nap? Pros and Cons to Your Health

It’s early afternoon―that after-lunch period when you feel the last of morning’s energy slipping away. You feel drowsy, your eyelids weighted. Should you give in and take a nap? Maybe just a short one… When the feeling comes, do you give in? Or do you remind yourself of your oversized “to do” list and just try to fight your way through it? That may seem like the “right” thing to do, but if you stop to balance the pros against the cons, you may come to a different conclusion. For one thing, your odds of being productive when you’re tired, groggy, and fighting off sleep are slim at best. It’s hard to remain focused and in the game. On the other hand, a brief nap can do wonders to recharge your energy―but only if you don’t overdo it. When, where, and how long you nap are all factors to consider, along with the quality of your nighttime sleep. Read more…