Napping is my superpower! I love taking naps, whether it’s a long, leisurely one, a purposeful power nap, or an unintentional “resting my eyes.” Imagine how surprised I was to find out that there is a National Day dedicated to celebrating napping!
“National Napping Day falls on the day after Daylight Saving Time starts up again. Every year, on the second Sunday in March, we “spring forward” by setting our clocks ahead an hour. In doing so, we lose an hour of sleep. The next day is Monday.”
Napping can be good for your health. Do you need a quick recharge? Then a short 10 to 30-minute nap is for you. Just be sure to set an alarm! Are you fighting an illness or trying ot catch up on sleep loss? Then a full 90-minute nap is what would serve you best. That way, you get a full sleep cycle.
The great thing about napping is that it doesn’t require any special equipment. You can nap in your bed, on the couch, or in the recliner. A blanket and a pillow are nice additions to a nap, but not a necessity. I am notorious for napping in the passenger seat of the car. A car ride used to lull me to sleep in minutes, but once I sought treatment for my sleep apnea, I was able to stay awake in the car much longer.
If you are a napper, you are in good company. Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and Leonardo da Vinci all indulged in power napping. So let today be a reminder to recharge and prioritize rest!
Rita DiCarne 
I was not aware of this special day, but it is perfect timing! I had a student nap all through first period. I don’t think he was ready for the time change!
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Wait until you retire, there is NO guilt in taking a nap, any day and anywhere! It’s a bonus.
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Oh I’m so glad I am in good napping company!
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I am thrilled to know about this timely holiday. While I am not a napper, I am from a long line of nappers – ahead and behind me!
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I didn’t know there was such a day. Now I think I need to take a nap to celebrate it. My cats are already celebrating.
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I think cats and dogs celebrate this day every day!
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Thanks for the heads up on napping day! Sounds like we both know how wonderful naps are. I’m sure the grumpy people we (may) know haven’t “subscribed” to naps yet. This is a persuasive way to tell them how wonderful naps are.
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I nap a lot too!
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Of course it’s the perfect day for National Napping Day. I’m sure a nap will be part of my day today. Happy napping to you, too!
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I will be taking one as soon as I get home from school!
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A phenomenal nap ad… maybe I’ll carve out a ten minute nap today. Not sure I have time for more! Happy nap day.
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Do it!
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I wish I could nap! My family has banned me from naps. They claim I’m grumpy when I wake up. Thank you for sharing this slice and informing me of National Napping Day. Perhaps I can convince my family to allow me to participate!
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