Today is National Public Sleeping Day

PIC: Despite it being the National Public Sleeping Day, do not sleep on duty

NATIONAL PUBLIC SLEEPING DAY

Are you tired?  If you are (and it is February 28), go ahead a take a nap.  February 28 is National Public Sleeping Day.

It is a day for anyone and everyone to take a nap on a blanket at the beach, at the park, in the movie theatre, on a bus, train or subway or any other public place that may work for you. However, it may not be a good idea to take that nap at your desk during work!

There are different types of naps. The power nap is about 10 to 20 minutes long and can give a boost of energy to get us through the rest of the day. It also does not leave us drowsy like some longer naps might and will also allow us to fall asleep at a decent time at night.

The hangover is about 30 minutes long, while the brainiac lasts about 60 minutes and includes the deepest sleep.

The California king lasts about 90 minutes and is a full cycle of sleep. This nap improves creative thinking and motor memory, but night time sleep may become elusive.

It is worth noting that some employers have begun to recognise the value of a nap. Studies have shown certain types of naps fuel the brain and recharge our batteries. Naps can improve productivity, decrease health risks and improve morale.