In a world where we are busier and overworked more than ever, we have also become a world that is filled with anxiety and depression more than ever. Sometimes we may even ask ourselves what it is that we're doing wrong to be feeling overwhelmed all of the time, but the simple answer is we really aren't doing anything wrong, but instead, we tend to forget to give ourselves a break every now and then.

A really good solution to help give a little calm in your day is to schedule a nap into your day if at all possible. This especially goes for college students who have what feels like a million different tasks on their plate at one time.

I know there are some days that it is next to impossible to find time for a break and catch up some much-needed sleep, but if time is available, absolutely take advantage of that time for the sake of your mental health. It may seem like a dumb solution, but naps have so many benefits.

The biggest benefit of napping is that it improves overall cognitive function. So, if there is a lot going on at one time, whether it be at work or school, a nap can help one get back on track mentally with whatever needs to be done while also not getting too stressed out over everything.

Napping can also help one perform better overall not only mentally, but of course, physically, providing much-needed energy to conquer the day. If you don't necessarily need help with cognitive function or an increase in energy levels, most of us need a way to relax period, since the majority of the U.S. population is way overworked.

Someone once told me that naps are just for kids, but I beg to differ since adults are typically way more stressed out than a kid could ever be; one could even argue that depending on one's lifestyle, adults probably need naps more than younger individuals.

So, let's start normalizing napping in the adult world. It doesn't have to be every day, but just every so often when you really need to put life on pause for an hour or so.

Again, I know that it may not be possible for some people given their super busy schedule, but if at all possible, give yourself a much-needed break when you can for the sake of your own well-being. And when all seems like it's getting too much, never underestimate the power of a good nap.