Maximising Mental Recovery

Brief periods of sleep can be an extremely (0) effective way to restore energy. This approach involves short but intense rest that significantly improves (17) .......... , making it especially beneficial for individuals with demanding routines such as frequent travellers or senior (18) .......... . However, the right conditions are essential and repeated practice is needed to (19) .......... the advantages. To avoid feelings of (20) .......... after waking, such rest periods should be carefully controlled. Although falling asleep rapidly requires discipline, it is (21) .......... straightforward to develop over time. At first, simply relaxing is more important than sleeping itself, and this method is not advisable for those who struggle to wake at the (22) .......... moment. Finally, it is important not to confuse this technique with the kind of drowsiness that can (23) .......... persistent fatigue throughout the day, which often reflects the (24) .......... associated with trying to correct poor sleep habits.