Most of us have taken a nap in our lives, some of us swear by it. If you’re sleep-deprived or just wanting some private “you-time” for relaxation, look no further!
Personally, I’ve noticed that when I took a nap in the evening, it just made me more tired. My bed is like my best friend, my sanctuary. However, it is always good to establish a consistent schedule. You can take a nap whenever you need or want to, but I felt that the most effective ones were in the day, usually early afternoon. If you have an hour or more gap between classes, it’ll be perfect. One of my best friends even tries to nap for 2.5 hours each day. Hey, it works for her! Be careful not to take too lengthy of naps because it might ruin your night schedule! With busier schedules, it’s harder to take long naps. That’s when the innovative POWER NAP would be the most efficient. A power nap is typically between 10-30 minutes and it can work wonders!
UC Berkeley has even had a recent Rest Zones Launch this past week!
Here’s an announcement from:
“The Relaxation Enhancing Study and Tranquility (REST) Zones project seeks to create healthy, comfortable spaces in which students (undergraduate and graduate) can sit, relax, and take a break from the stressful pace of UC Berkeley life. REST Zones affordably integrate wellness promotion in existing campus buildings without the need for major structural or functional changes.”
REST Zones are brought to you by the ASUC ASUC Office of the Academic Affairs Vice President, University Health Services, and Wellness Initiative Fee.
How often do you nap? Let us know in the comments below!