The Power of Naps: How to Nap Effectively Without Disrupting Sleep Introduction I used to think naps were a trap. Here’s the story: I’d take a nap on a lazy Saturday afternoon, sleep for two hours, wake up feeling like I’d been hit by a truck, and spend the next three hours unable to fall asleep at my normal bedtime. By Monday, I was exhausted, frustrated, and convinced that naps were just a seduction — a temporary relief that cost you twice as much in the long run. I was wrong. Not entirely, but wrong enough to change my entire approach to rest. The turning point came when I read…