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A quick 20-minute nap is perfect for a recharge without the dreaded sleep inertia," Dr. Bach said in a <a href="https://talker.news/2025/02/12/how-long-should-the-perfect-nap-last/">statement</a>.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7nk71hp000m01uxmbtv1w34@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'While you might not be able to hit the 1:42 p.m. sweet spot, Dr. Bach says napping anytime in the early afternoon will avoid interfering with your nighttime rest.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm7nk71hp000n01uxl83juso7@published'}, {'data': {'text': '"I think one of the biggest mistakes people make is napping too late," he said. "If you nap in the late afternoon or evening, it can mess with your nighttime sleep. 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