Seven Secrets to a Great Nap

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6. Keep It Consistent: Emsellem suggests working that 20-minute nap into a particular sleep routine to make it part of your body's expected circadian rhythm. The easiest way to do that is by using a sleep log to record your snoozing habits.

7. Be an Alert Napper: If you always feel the need for a nap, think about your nightly sleep schedule. Are you down to only five or six hours? While a 20-minute nap is a good refresher, it will not make up for hours lost at night. Conversely, if you're getting eight hours of sleep each night yet still feel the need to nap, that might be the sign of a sleep disorder, or another health problem, so check with your physician or check out the National Sleep Foundation or the American Academy of Sleep Medicine for more sleep resources.

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Posted By: rdc123 @ 09/15/2008 5:27:45 PM

THIS WOULD MAKE SENSE TO MOST, BUT FOR THOSE OF US THAT REQUIRE 6-8HRS OF SLEEP,
IT MAY AS WELL BE @ 2HR SIESTA.
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Posted By: wlive @ 09/04/2008 5:28:06 PM

I have recently discovered something more amazing. It's called Creative Visualization and Relaxation (CVR) used with light and sound technology. The lights put you in a very relaxed state while you listen to sessions in whatever area of self-improvement you want. 20 minutes of this is like having a 3 hour nap. You wake up feeling really, really refreshed and energized. Its absolutely amazing and works very well if you are trying to lose weight, quit smoking , just shift to a positive way of life plus any other self improvement things you would like to do. Check it out at www.newreality.com. It can change your life!!!
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Posted By: wlive @ 09/04/2008 5:22:57 PM

I've recently come across something even better than a nap. Its call Creative Visualization and Relaxation (CVR) combined with light and sound therapy. 20 minutes worth is like having a 3 hour nap. You wake up feeling so refreshed and energized. You can even do sessions of all sorts such as weight loss, quit smoking, motivation, magnetizing money , pain management - everything you can think of. Check it out at www.newrealitytoday.com. Its very, very amazing