From Siesta to Power-napping

Take a break to recharge your batteries

Power-napping is promoted by many companies in Japan and America – but unfortunately the habit of taking an afternoon nap has virtually vanished from our everyday routine. Yet the latest research proves conclusively: it is part of our body’s natural rhythm and its many benefits include enhanced memory performance in the afternoon. Ruediger Dahlke outlines the wealth of advantages of the siesta for our health and wellbeing and offers practical advice on how to unwind properly through deep relaxation exercises and meditation. He also gives us lots of tips – both tried-and tested and brand-new – on how to achieve the perfect nap.


Ruediger Dahlke, MD, born in 1951, studied medicine in Munich. He went on to train as a naturopath, psychotherapist and homeopath. He has worked as a reincarnation therapist and fasting cure practitioner since 1978. A successful author, lecturer, seminar leader and coach, he is one of the most prominent figures in the field of psychosomatic medicine and the holistic health movement. Read more on www.dahlke.at