National Napping Day & Creating a Comfortable Space
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Often
taking naps in the afternoon after a heavy meal, after long morning work hours,
or due to tiredness can be beneficial for your health. Every year on March 9th
is National Napping Day. You can take a nap for twenty to thirty minutes as
long as it is not near your bedtime. Nonetheless, napping can help you improve
your mood, feel less tired, and help you be alert. It is best to keep naps
short, so it does not interfere with your regular sleep schedule.
Create a
comfortable area to take a nap. Ensure that you have a distraction-free area
and a comfortable sofa or a recliner to take a nap. Also, avoid getting a sore
neck or a stiff shoulder after taking a nap. Use cushions, pillows, and a throw
blanket. Avoid allergy triggers especially if you are allergic to certain
flowers on your living room side tables.
Comb
or brush your hair. Also, wear a sleep bonnet if you have long hair. Often your
long hair might get tangled if it is not in braids or in a hair bonnet. In
addition, purchase silk pillowcases which are beneficial for your skin and hair.
You can also wear a scarf to put your hair on your braids.
Make sure the
area where you are going to take a nap is dust-free. Keep in mind the lighting,
furniture, fabrics, textures, and the temperature of the room. If the furniture
textures and fabrics are too rough, you might want to move your furniture or
purchase a softer recliner or sofa before taking a nap. As well as making sure
the room is quiet and you have privacy for taking a nap. Be aware of the
temperature in the room before taking a nap.
Be cautious in
choosing hanging plants, framed posters, or big framed art especially if it is
next to your sofa or your recliner. Often moving framed art in a different area
and to prevent the items from falling in case of an earthquake. Also, make sure
you like paintings or the theme of wall art. Sometimes, you might have trouble
taking a nap, especially when your wall art makes you feel frightened or it
reminds you of an uncomfortable experience. Otherwise, select artworks that
make you feel inner peace and make you feel optimistic.
Additionally, you
can have a theme to decorate your napping area or have mismatched furniture
depending on your decor preferences. Make sure you have no objects on your sofa
or on your recliner before taking nap. For example, if you have pens,
notebooks, hand lotions, or other items before taking a nap; Place them on a
side table so it does not cause injury or discomfort while taking a nap. Use a
timer to help you take short naps and keep your cell phone in silent mode while
taking a nap. Avoid interruptions, distractions, or any background noise that
could disturb your nap.
If you are at
home, you can take a nap in the nude for twenty or thirty minutes, especially
if it makes you feel comfortable. However, you can sleep with socks or with
less clothing depending on your comfort level before taking a nap at
home. Also, be cautious when wearing bracelets or other jewelry before
taking a nap. Earrings, sleeping with tight earrings can cause bruises or your
bracelets might leave black or green skin marks. Nonetheless here are resources
for taking a nap.
The Science Behind Napping: Boost Brain Power with Short Naps-Nap Wisdom:
The Science Behind Napping: Boost Brain Power with Short Naps - Nap Wisdom
Napping: Benefits and Tips:
The Best Way to Take a Nap, According to Experts:
The Best Way To Take a Nap, According to Experts
Ideas for Creating a Cozy Nap Space at Home:
Ideas for Creating a Cozy Nap Space at Home
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