Philip Roth

Let me tell you about the nap. It's absolutely fantastic. When I was a kid, my father was always trying to tell me how to be a man. And he said - I was maybe nine - he said, 'Philip, whenever you take a nap, take your clothes off and put a blanket over you, and you're going to sleep better.' Well, as with everything, he was right.

American Novelist

Jennifer Garner

It's about getting the kids up and fed, getting one to school, getting the other down for a nap, going to the grocery store, picking one up from school, getting the other one down for another nap, cooking dinner... I live my life at these two extremes. I'm either a full-time stay-at-home mom or a full-time actress.

American Actress

Viswanathan Anand

I like to keep myself physically and mentally fit before any important match. I usually take a short nap just before the game and do not practice immediately before the tournament.

Indian Celebrity

China Machado

I make myself lie down every afternoon; otherwise I'll be too exhausted by the night-time. If I can't nap, I'll watch a little bit of TV and just relax for two or three hours.

Chinese Model

Barbara Jordan

Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three o'clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap.

American Politician

James Levine

But the important thing is to lie down and fall asleep. That little nap means you wake up fresh again and can continue.

American Musician

Steph Houghton

Sleep is important; I try and get about 9 hours if I can at night, but I don't tend to nap during the day.

English Athlete

Sissy Spacek

My biggest thrill in life is to read in the afternoon until I fall asleep and take a nap.

Ali Krieger

I drink coffee 30 minutes before I want to nap. I think that really helps.

American Athlete

Laura Anne Gilman

In my next life, I want to be a housecat. Naps all the time!

American Author

A nap typically lasts between 10 to 30 minutes but can extend to an hour.

Short Duration

Taking a nap can refresh and energize a person, improving alertness for the rest of the day.

Rejuvenating Effect

In some cultures, naps are a regular part of the daily routine and are socially accepted.

Common Lifestyle

The term refers to the soft, raised fibers or threads on certain fabrics.

Material Texture

Some fabrics with a nap require special care when cleaning to preserve the texture.

Care Instructions

Nap direction can affect the color and look of fabric, important in fashion and upholstery.

Textile Direction

When napping, a calm and quiet place helps in falling asleep quickly and peacefully.

Quiet Environment

A short nap can boost energy and productivity, which is helpful in work or study.

Energizing Activity

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