When it's the middle of the day, you're feeling a little sluggish, you had a way too large Pancheros burrito, and you want nothing more than to take an hour's nap, TAKE THAT NAP.

When you've had a long night, whatever the reason may be, and you have a break between classes: TAKE THAT NAP.

When you have no reason to take a nap other than simply wanting to take a nap, TAKE. THAT. NAP.

It's not common to hear this advice, but who are scientists to tell us that napping just makes us more tired? On the contrary, I, as a professional college student, believe napping saves you from the inevitable sleep deprivation you will face if you do not take that nap. Not only will you suffer, but those around you will hate your existence as much as you do. Here are some common symptoms of sleep deprivation that people incur when choosing not to take that nap:

1. Telling everyone 10 times over that you didn't get any sleep

Cool. Congratulations. You stayed up late studying, partying, Netflixing, reading, texting, making vines--who cares! We all stay up late sometimes. If you need sleep, get sleep: Take that nap.

2. Nodding off in class or at work

We've all been there. It's embarrassing, it's unprofessional, and it's one more teacher or boss who will hate you. Don't do this to yourself. Take that nap.

3. Anger

Eat a snicker's bar and/or TAKE THAT NAP. Everything will be okay if you just sleep. I promise.

4. Exhaustion

In the nicest way possible, you are entirely worthless at this point. There is nothing that you can contribute to society, and no one even wants you to try. We understand. Don't get to this stage. Take that nap.

5. Delirium

Why have you let it go on this long? This is just scary and weird. Why are you choosing this lifestyle? Go home. Take that nap.

6. The crash

It's okay. Everything is fine now. The world will be good again, and there are better days ahead. Maybe next time just take that nap sooner.

Moral of the story: napping saves lives and likely holds the key to world peace.