The art of the power nap — how to sleep your way to maximum productivity
The art of the power nap — how to sleep your way to maximum productivity
- August 22, 2023
- Sara Mednick, cog sci, Entrepreneur, Aug. 22, 2023
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As Dr. Sara Mednick, [professor of cognitive science] at UC Irvine, told The Guardian, naps ideally fit neatly into our circadian rhythm (the 24-hour cycle of our bodies). The time when energy dips — body temperature decreases, cognitive processes are not as strong and you find yourself grabbing a cup of coffee — is a good time for a nap.
For the full story, please visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/living/how-to-power-nap-your-way-to-maximum-productivity/456426.
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