✅ Daily Living Skills (ADLs & IADLs) *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

12.32 – When and How to Nap Without Disrupting Your Sleep: Napping can boost focus and recovery when done wisely. The best naps last 15–30 minutes and occur before late afternoon. Longer naps risk entering deep sleep, leaving you groggy. Set an alarm to prevent oversleeping. Create a calm environment—dim lights, recline slightly, and silence notifications. Short naps restore alertness without resetting the body’s circadian rhythm. If you work night shifts, strategic naps bridge energy gaps safely. Avoid caffeine immediately before; it delays sleep onset. When used intentionally, naps become productivity tools rather than escapes. Track how different times affect your mood to find your sweet spot. Napping is not weakness—it’s efficient energy management. Proper rest during the day complements, not replaces, full nightly recovery. Over time, balanced nap habits sharpen memory, stabilize emotions, and keep fatigue from escalating into burnout, proving rest can be proactive rather than reactive self-care.

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