Enjoy Naps? Here are some of the benefits to your daily napping!
Napping gets a bad reputation. Many people think that napping is for lazy, old, or mentally weak individuals. However, napping is common among mammals. Look at how much time your dog or cat spend napping. It’s impressive. It only makes sense that we could all benefit from a regular nap.
Why aren’t you taking advantage of naps? You might be making a big mistake.
See how napping can bring you many physical and psychological benefits:
- Less fatigue. Studies have shown that napping is a poor substitute for a good night of sleep when it comes to physical restoration. For example, you won’t recover better from an intense workout by taking naps. However, you will feel less tired and refreshed if you take a nap.
- Greater alertness. Alertness is significantly improved with naps. You know that dreaded feeling of physical and mental fatigue that hit you in the afternoon? A nap is perfect for overcoming that. You’ll feel like a new person.
- Greater focus. With alertness comes greater focus. You’ll daydream less and find it easier to control your attention. If you’re struggling later in the day to keep your mind on task, a nap might be the answer.
To read more benefits of your daily nap, check out the original article published by A Beautiful Soul Holistic Counseling here.
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Nicole O’Hare, MS, LPC, CMHIMP is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider at A Beautiful Soul Holistic Counseling provides a holistic counseling approach to help clients achieve optimal health and wellness. We serve Chandler, Gilbert, and Greater Phoenix areas. We offer the following services: Individual/Couples/Group Counseling for Anxiety, Autoimmune Conditions, Behavioral Issues, Chronic Pain, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Disturbances, Infertility, Infidelity, Integrative Mental Health, Marital and Premarital, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Trauma/PTSD, Weight Loss, Women’s Issues. Our counseling approach is centered upon you and your specific needs. Now accepting new clients in the Chandler, Arizona and surrounding areas.
