Most of us live in a world with so much information coming at us at such a rapid rate that there are times when we just want to take a nap. And according to the Mayo Clinic, we should be doing just that. 

Naps offer a variety of health benefits for adults, including increased alertness, improved mood, improved performance, better memory, less confusion, fewer accidents and mistakes. Some of the most productive people I know have perfected the power nap, 10 to 20 minutes of sleep that increases energy and alertness.

If you haven’t napped since kindergarten, here are some tips on how to grab a perfect nap: