How to Take a Nap and Still Sleep Well at Night

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Do you ever find yourself wanting to take a short nap that will refresh and energize you but end up sleeping longer than you wanted which leads to troubles falling asleep in the evening? Resting when you feel the need for it can be crucial for health and well-being, but remember that long naps during the day can mess up your sleep during the night. Here’s how to take a nice nap that won’t do that.

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Take a Short Nap

Set an alarm that won’t let you nap for more than 15-30 minutes. If you sleep longer than that, you’ll probably feel groggy after waking up. Shorter naps are great for recharging and will leave you ready for the rest of your day.

Dark and Quiet

It’s important to turn off the lights and sounds that disrupt sleep. Take only 15 or 20 minutes for your nap, but do it right. If there’s noise or light that you can’t turn off, consider using an eye mask and earplugs to do the job.

Nap Early

If you nap before 3 p.m., it’s unlikely that your nap will affect the quality of your sleep during the night. If this is impossible for you, adjust the time of the nap to your own schedule but try to do it as early as you can.