"A short sleep especially during the day" is what Merriam-Webster Dictionary calls a nap. Then there's people like me, who could use words as simple as praiseworthy, heaven, magnificent... More or less, life-savers. There are many different types of naps, each one important to each type of napper. Maybe you fall into one of these categories:

1. Hibernating Nap

Ever wake up three hours later than planned? These are usually the naps that when you wake up, you feel worse afterwards and know that the only option is to go back to bed.

2. Power Nap

Can last anywhere between ten and thirty minutes... But they keep you going for anywhere up to three hours. Probably the world's greatest invention if used properly.

3. Ideal Nap

The ideal nap lasts about 3 hours and you wake up feeling great. The type of nap that you sleep without any interruptions and wake up feeling fully refreshed.

4. The I May as Well go Bed Nap

Ever lay down to watch TV at like 7:00 at night? Then wake up and suddenly it's 11:00? The only option is to just go back to sleep until the morning. Rest up!

5. The Scheduled Nap

The nap that occurs at the same time every day. You would think it's only for preschoolers, but honestly, people at any ages needs scheduled naps.

6. Accidental Nap

Often happens during class or on the job... But usually replenishes well.

7. Procrastination Nap

When you have 7 assignments to do, laundry that needs washed, and a job to go to? Nap it out.

8. I Didn't Actually Fall Asleep Nap

Usually a part of your scheduled nap, but you don't actually get to the sleeping part. Sometimes it is a much needed type of nap though!

9. The Professional Napper

If you're anything like me, you have found a way to master all of these naps... That is when you are considered a Professional Napper.