I'm pooped

Every year, I think at least three different studies come out with breaking news about people being sleep deprived. This is clearly nothing new, so let's get back in the lab to find a cure for something, please. What I don't understand is why if everyone is so tired, we don't do something about it. I think Spain got it right, with that siesta thing every afternoon; these days, adults don't recognize the value of a little nappy nap in the middle of the day. Napping is something that is not so cool in kindergarten, but would be great if implemented in the work place. The reason nap time is unsuccessful for young children is because those cots absolutely suck, and no one can expect you to fall asleep with twenty other people right next to you watching you sleep. However, if there was a movement to bring back the nap for adults, I think it could be successful. All it would take are some bunk beds and designated napping schedules so that employees can sleep without being disturbed by non-nappers. By mid-afternoon, I know I'm wiped out and my productivity level starts to dwindle, but when I get the chance to nap, I wake refreshed and have enough energy to finish out the day. If adults had the freedom to do this, not only would they be able to round out the end of their work day with a good attitude, but they could also use that extra energy in their evening routine with kids and family responsibilities. Moms could run carpool and cook without being grouchy, and dads could come home from a long day at work with the stamina to do more than open a beer and watch TV. This idea sounds great in theory, but I have strong doubts that America would ever implement such a thing. Why? Because we are America, and we don't get ahead by taking naps...but maybe we could. Maybe instead of working ourselves to the bone, we could accomplish more with less time and energy. It's good economic principle; use the least amount of resources, to get the maximum results.



I love The Office and think this clip is hilarious simply because it is from The Office. However, towards the end, at about four-ish minutes, the value of a nap is discovered! Kelly chooses napping as the theme of her birthday party. While her options for birthday themes were not exactly top knotch, she still chooses napping, showing it has significant value for working adults.