Even though we’ve all heard about the health benefits of taking naps, doing so isn’t exactly socially acceptable. The majority of us look for a quick fix like caffeine or short walk to snap us out of the midday slump. But wouldn’t it be nice to order forty winks instead of a latte? Wouldn’t it be great if we could enjoy power napping as a company perk? A girl can dream—but not during the hours of nine-to-five. We’ve found some pro-nap articles for all those hard workers out there who wish they could just squeeze in a little shuteye.
Selected gyms are offering Power Nap classes, which include getting tucked in by your instructor. Think it wouldn’t work for you? Neither did this skeptic until she woke up in the middle of the class with drool coming out her mouth and realized the power of napping at the gym. (More.com)
What’s your remedy for the afternoon lull? A nap, caffeine, or more nighttime sleep? The first comparative study of all three fixes reveals that, once again, naps always win. Sorry Joe. (HuffingtonPost.com)
Remember resting your weary toddler head on your mom’s lap? Well, now there is a lap pillow for the grown up you. The Frisky discovered an odd, yet practical napping accessory; the Girlfriend’s Lap Pillow. (TheFrisky.com)
The nap along with its partner cuddling has been reconnecting couples since co-habiting became acceptable. For couples that just want to stay in, but feel a need to connect, here are three things you can do in-house. (YourTango.com)
We’ve all had those afternoons at work when we’ve said to ourselves, “If I could just lie down right now I would have the best sleep ever.” One company is urging employees to go with that feeling and hop into an Energypod. Powernapping—the new company perk! (Gizmodo.com)
If you actually can incorporate a nap into your schedule, here are seven simple rules to follow. (DivineCaroline)
Having trouble getting into naptime mode? Catch a yawn. Here are fifteen yawns from our furry friends to help … you … (yawn) relax. Number ten is our favorite. (LemonDrop.com)
