“I’ll sleep when I’m dead!” It’s the rallying cry of the overwhelmed, the busy go-getters who haven’t the time for sleep. I recently proposed how a to-do list can save your life in this article. But if your plate is too full for a little shut eye, like mine, then you may be missing out on the productive benefits of power napping and a good night’s sleep. Productivity never stops with me, and I am always looking for new ways to improve my productivity. But don’t doubt the power of the power nap – it has proven to actually increase your overall productivity in the long run. I have been power napping since college and it has allowed me to work four jobs and take double the course load while at Northeastern and New England Conservatory. Joe Spring reminds us in “How to Take a Nap at Work” that a lack of sleep increases stress and compromises the immune system. If you’re worried about productivity, think of how much time you’ll waste sick in bed! Meanwhile, a power nap can reduce stress, lead to quicker reaction times, and improve overall fitness – all of the things that make us [...]
