Coffee Naps Might Be the Weirdest–and Smartest–way to Recharge
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The article discusses the benefits of taking a nap after consuming caffeine, a practice known as a 'coffee nap', and how it can be an effective way to recharge, with commenters sharing their personal experiences with the practice.
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Well what do you know? I've been taking coffee naps sporadically for 30 years, pretty much my whole adult life.