Winston Churchill credited his daily nap as an invaluable tool in raising his effectiveness:

“You must sleep sometime between lunch and dinner… You get two days in one—well, at least one and a half, I’m sure.”

Einstein, Thatcher, and Da Vinci were all strategic nappers, too. Here’s my system for joining their ranks.

SUPERHUMAN SCORING

In every edition of All Systems Go, I assess the featured product across four superhuman dimensions: impact, setup, maintenance, and aesthetics.

Unlike your typical product review, I focus on factors that influence personal growth. Get to know the evaluation system.

Impact (9.5/10)

Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “The world belongs to the energetic.”

Life has been busy: writing my debut book, building Archimedes, moving to Miami. Focus, creativity, and decision-making all suffer when my energy dips.

A 30-minute power nap at lunch flips the switch. I wake up sharper, ready to attack the second half of the day.

Setup (7.5/10)

Here’s the system:

1. Block 40–60 minutes. Set a recurring daily invite. The extra time gives you buffer to wind down and reset before work resumes.

2. Nap around midday. Any time past 3 p.m. often hurts evening sleep. Lunchtime is ideal.

3. Set a 30-minute timer. Longer naps risk dropping into REM, which triggers grogginess.

Maintenance (7.5/10)

Nap at the same time daily—it helps condition the habit.

You might not fall asleep at first (I didn’t), but consistency trains your body. Keep your phone out of reach.

Bonus tips:

• Darken your space. Blackout shades help signal melatonin release, making it easier to drift off.
• Can’t fall asleep? Use the military method. Relax your face, drop your shoulders, release your arms and chest, then relax your legs from top to bottom. Clear your mind and visualize a calm scene. This systematic technique helps soldiers fall asleep in two minutes—even in noisy environments.
• Short on time? Try NSDR (non-sleep deep rest)—guided relaxation that delivers restorative benefits in 10 minutes without the grogginess risk. Dr. Andrew Huberman swears by it.

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Aesthetics (10.0/10)

No products are required for this napping system (except perhaps a phone alarm). Which means no products to review! 

I’m giving it a 10/10 because “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” 

BRINGING IT HOME

Some people think having an expensive car is a strong flex. But the real flex is being able to take a nap whenever you want.

Daily naps might not always be feasible, but they are worth pursuing.

They’re proof you don’t need more hours—just better energy.

All systems go,