Take a Nap

Napping isn’t just for babies and toddlers, many doctors and other experts encourage the benefits of naps for adults too. Lack of sleep can lead to moodiness, irritability, reduced endurance, inability to think clearly and much more. An afternoon nap can be just what you need to get your day back on track, and improve your long-term health.

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The National Sleep Foundation breaks naps into three categories:

Planned naps (when you take a nap before you actually get sleepy)
Emergency naps (when you just can’t stay awake and must get some sleep)
Habitual naps (naps that you take at the same time each and every day)

You can even take a short “power” nap at your office. Eat your lunch at your desk, then lie your head down for 30 minutes or so to rejuvenate your mind and body. Be sure to set your alarm so you don’t miss your afternoon meeting!