Power Napping for Increased Productivity, Stress Management and Health

The other day I inadvertently took a power nap. The phone rang about 15 minutes after I fell asleep, and woke me up. I am not much of a napper, because I usually wake up feeling worse than when I fell asleep. But this short nap really helped, and I felt energized afterwards.

You may have heard that you need 7-8 hours of sleep to be at your best, but do you know why? And what happens if you don't get that sleep at night? About.com's Stress Guide, Elizabeth Scott, teaches us about the benefits of sleep and the power nap, and shows us how power napping can help you manage stress, stay healthy, and be more productive at work and in your life!