We have made our lifestyle really complicated. Unless something sounds complex, our brain does not consider it working for us. But was our brain always hardwired that way? The answer is ‘No’. Commercialization of health & wellness industry, glorification of fast & junk food by marketing geniuses and promotion of ‘One Size Fit All’ mindset has made things appear complicated, so that it appeals people. Unfortunately, our focus has shifted away from making use of natural health resources available around us, to artificial and smartly promoted remedies, which have forced us to believe they work for us. One such naturally available resource for instant boosting of energy levels is Power Nap.

Leading a busy lifestyle can make us compromise on our sleep. Despite having a good sleep discipline, we may still end up not getting enough sleep as needed. This has a cost to it, which includes low energy levels, not able to concentrate, feeling irritated, etc. Some times we are conscious enough to observe these behavioral distortions, other times we are not.  That is when a Power Nap comes to the rescue. It is a very underutilized tool that can help us restore high energy levels, focus, alertness, good mood and get you back to your Peak. [Harvard Study on Power Map]

It is not just when you lacked sleep the previous night that you need a power nap. Irrespective of getting a good night sleep, you may still feel sluggishness, brain fog and mood swing, possibly because of a busy morning. While turning towards an Espresso seems to be a natural reaction to battle these negative emotions, getting a Power nap the right way can be a multi-fold energy booster and stimulant when compared to a Coffee. However, you get this ‘nothing less than a magic’ experience only when it’s done the right way, at the right time during the day. After all, it has science linked to it.

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Do it the Right Way !

Following 4 Steps and strategy linked to these steps would help you get the most out of this magic energy booster:

1. Prepare for Power Nap: You need to ensure that there is no disturbance during the nap. Find a quiet place, if you cannot turn off the lights then put a sleeping eye mask on and put earplugs if needed.
   

2. Duration: The power nap should be anything between 10-20 minutes. This is extremely important. If you exceed 20 minutes, you get to deeper sleep state, which could make you feel unsatisfied after you get up and it could also affect your night’s sleep. Hence, it becomes very important that you plan your nap accordingly. Put an estimate to how much time would you need to get to sleep, add 20 minutes to it and set-up an alarm. You may find the right balance after first couple of times of trying.
   

3. What time during the day: The ideal time for power nap is 5-6 hours after you wake up but not later than 3:30 PM, at any cost. Anything later than that is most likely to affect your night sleep schedule and sleep state. Hence, anything between 1PM - 3:30 PM is the ideal slot (If you wake up as early as 5AM, you can take a nap between 9-11AM). However, maintain a good 30-minute break between your lunch and nap just so that you don’t wake up feeling heavier. [Sleep Scientist Dr. Michael Breus on Power Nap]
   

4. Post Power Nap: While you can start right after you wake up, make sure you give yourself 10-15 minutes before you get on with any demanding task. 

If you feel energetic throughout the day, then you do not need a power nap. However, if you tend to turn towards a tea, coffee or smoke to get rid of sluggishness and drowsiness, try this natural remedy instead. Not only is it more natural, it is also more powerful than artificial stimulants and works every single time. It works for millions so there is no reason why would it not work for you. All you need to do is to try it for 2-3 days honestly and then make a decision if this thing is for you or not. Time to take back the control of your health and move to natural ways of health and wellness.  

References:

1. Sleep Scientist Dr. Michael Breus on Power Nap
2. Harvard Study on Power Map

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