60 Seconds for Time Out Tuesday: Naps Are Not Just for Babies.

<p>Hello to you in Yaroslavl Oblast, Russia!</p><p>Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is 60 Seconds, your daily dose of hope, imagination, wisdom, stories, practical tips, and general riffing on this and that.</p><p>Decades ago I worked with a pediatrician who was still practicing very skillfully in his 80th year. What was his secret? A short walk from the office to home to enjoy lunch with his wife, a short walk back to the office and a 20 minute nap on the exam table before seeing that afternoon’s patients.  </p><p>It’s true! Don’t take my word for it. <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/afternoon-naps-can-boost-your-mental-agility-heres-why">Research</a> has shown that my pediatrician knew what he was doing. A little  afternoon snooze (say 20 to 30 minutes) can help you:</p><p>feel rested,</p><p>improve memory and verbal fluency,</p><p>perform better on cognitive tasks,</p><p>lower stress, and</p><p>improve mood.</p><p><strong>Practical Tip: </strong>Try it out for 30 days or your money back.</p><p><i>This is the place to thrive together. Come for the stories - stay for the magic.  <strong>Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, follow, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! </strong>You’re invited to stop by the website and subscribe to stay current with Diane, her journeys, her guests, as well as creativity, imagination, walking, stories, camaraderie, and so much more</i>: <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Production Team: <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Music: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & <a href="https://www.nightheron.com">Night Heron Music</a></p><p>All content and image © 2019 - Present: for credit & attribution <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p>